New York Yankees Announce Injury Update on Former First-Round Pick Before Braves Series

Getty Aaron Boone and the New York Yankees could miss out on an All-Star trade target

The New York Yankees got some encouraging injury news on Wednesday, and Clarke Schmidt’s situation was part of that positive update.

Schmidt cut short a live batting practice session Tuesday after feeling discomfort in his forearm, throwing two innings instead of the planned three. Manager Aaron Boone said the issue appears to have been cramping rather than anything more serious.

Schmidt Cleared to Continue Building Up

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