Clarke Schmidt Exits Bullpen Due to Precautionary Biceps Cramping

New York Yankees relief pitcher Clarke Schmidt experienced right biceps cramping while warming up Sunday, keeping him out of an 8-4 loss to the Diamondbacks. Just 14 months removed from Tommy John surgery, Schmidt and manager Aaron Boone stressed it was purely precautionary with no structural issues found. All initial testing was fine, with no shoulder or elbow concerns. Schmidt was expected to see the team doctor upon returning home as the Yankees navigate his playoff bullpen role.