The New York Yankees have had several pitchers step up this season, but none have sparked excitement like Cam Schlittler.

While Will Warren has quietly delivered stability, Schlittler’s rapid ascent from the minors to the majors has been breathtaking.

At just 24 years old, he’s gone from organizational depth to one of the most intriguing arms in the rotation.

The Yankees might have stumbled upon a pitcher who looks less like a stopgap and more like a long-term building block.

A meteoric climb through the system

Schlittler began 2025 in Double-A, where he logged 53 innings before earning a quick promotion to Triple-A.

He threw only 23.2 innings there before forcing the Yankees’ hand with his dominance, getting the call to the majors.

Since arriving, he’s posted a 2.61 ERA across 48.1

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