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Clark Schmidt was initially expected to start one of the Yankees' games yesterday. However, the team decided to scratch him due to concerns about his shoulder, which had not fully recovered from his previous outing. Instead, the Yankees opted for him to throw a bullpen session. Reports indicate that Schmidt performed well in this session, but the team's cautious approach reflects the precariousness of their current pitching situation.
While Schmidt reassures that his shoulder issue isn't serious, it raises questions about his readiness as the regular season approaches. As he has logged just an inning and two-thirds in spring training, the Yankees face a dilemma regarding his preparation for his first start, which is scheduled for six days into the season given the scheduling of off days.