The New York Yankees announced Thursday that right‑hander Clarke Schmidt will spend at least the next 15 days on the injured list after doctors diagnosed him with right biceps neuritis. The move is retroactive to Monday, meaning Schmidt will be unavailable for the upcoming American League wild‑card round.

Schmidt’s brief return

Schmidt, 30, underwent his second Tommy John surgery in the summer of 2025 and did not return to the mound until early September. In his sole appearance since the surgery, he entered the game on September 16 against the Minnesota Twins, delivering two hits and striking out two batters in two‑thirds of an inning before the Yankees fell 5‑4 in a 13‑inning marathon.

Recall of Bradley Hanner

To fill the roster spot, the Yankees recalled right‑hander Bradley Hanner from their Triple‑A affiliate in Scranton/Wilkes‑Barre. Hanner, 27, made his major‑league debut on August 14 and has appeared in four games, posting an 11.81 ERA over 5 1/3 innings without a decision.

Schmidt’s career snapshot

Since joining the Yankees in 2023, Schmidt has appeared in 98 games (67 starts), compiling a 23‑24 record, two saves, a 3.81 ERA, 139 walks and 386 strikeouts across 394 innings. His versatility—starting from 2023‑25 and working in relief before that—has made him a valuable depth piece for the pitching staff.

Impact on the postseason

With Schmidt sidelined until at least October 6, the Yankees will rely on their remaining arms as they head into the postseason. Manager Aaron Boone praised Schmidt’s perseverance after his surgery and expressed confidence that the team’s bullpen depth will carry the club through the wild‑card round.

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