The New York Yankees defeated the Texas Rangers 4-2, with Cam Schlittler set to pitch against Jacob deGrom tonight. Schlittler boasts a 1.77 ERA, while deGrom has a 2.13 ERA this season.
Key points
Yankees won 4-2 against Rangers
Cam Schlittler has a 1.77 ERA this season
Jacob deGrom has a 2.13 ERA and 35 strikeouts
Game starts at 8:05 PM EDT
Broadcast on Amazon Prime Video and Rangers Sports Network
New York YankeesTexas RangersCam SchlittlerJacob deGrom
BOSTON, MA - APRIL 23: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees pitches during the game between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on Thursday, April 23, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Joe Sullivan/MLB Photos via Getty Images) | MLB Photos via Getty Images
BOSTON, MA - APRIL 23: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees pitches during the game between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on Thursday, April 23, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Joe Sullivan/MLB Photos via Getty Images) | MLB Photos via Getty Images
The Yankees got off to a strong start in the Lone Star State last night, dispatching the Rangers 4-2 behind a trio of home runs and another Max Fried quality start. Tonight, one of the leagueâs most precocious fireballers will face a living legend. Cam Schlittler takes aim at Jacob deGrom as the Bombers seek a series victory.
Schlittlerâs last start was his long-awaited Massachusetts homecoming, and it did not disappoint. Cam barreled his way past a moribund Red Sox lineup and completed eight full innings, just like in last fallâs Wild Card finale. Heâs continued to ace every test placed in front of him, and enters tonightâs action with a 1.77 ERA and MLB-leading 1.53 FIP. Most impressively of all, his occasionally-squirrely command from last year has been laser-focused: how does 41 strikeouts against four walks sound? Well, it computes to a 10.25 K/BB ratio, which also leads the Show. On a per-nine inning basis, heâs been the most walk-averse pitcher in the sport.
Will this regress? Probably. But Schlittler has continued to blow our expectations out of the water, one start at a time. Maybe this is just what he is now. Itâll help if he retains that pinpoint control against a Rangers lineup which has a plethora of patient hittersâ, , , and others are all more than happy to take their walks.
Did you remember that Jacob deGrom started 30 games last season? Iâm embarrassed to say that I didnât. Thatâs no knock on the 37-year old, who returned to form in 2025 with an All-Star season, his first since moving down to DFW. Five starts in, heâs proving heâs still got it, with a 2.13 ERA and 35 strikeouts in 25.1 innings.
deGrom doesnât go deep into ballgames with much regularity anymore; the Rangers remain cautious about his pitch count. That didnât stop him from racking up 10 Kâs against the Pirates his last time out. Itâs unfortunate that was just placed on the IL, since he has a .333 career average with four home runs against deGrom in his career.
No notes on the Bombers lineup tonight: Itâs identical to last nightâs starting nine, with the recently-recalled getting another start at DH. His Triple-A teammate âa 2024-25 big leaguer with the Aâsâis also up with the Yankees now as the corresponding roster move with Stanton on the shelf. On to Skip Schumakerâs crew. The Rangers have penciled veteran , who hit a pinch-hit homer off last night, into their card, and longtime AL East foe will catch in lieu of old friend . One former Yankee prospect dealt in the trade subs in for another: replaces at the keystone.
**How to Watch**:
**Location**: Globe Life Field â Arlington, TX
**First Pitch**: 8:05 pm EDT
**TV broadcast**: Amazon Prime Video (NYY) | Rangers Sports Network (TEX)
**Radio broadcast**: WFAN 660/101.9 FM, WADO 1280 (NYY) | 105.3 The Fan, KFLC 1270 (TEX)
**Online stream**: Amazon Prime Video, MLB.tv
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Q&A
What are Cam Schlittler's stats this season?
Cam Schlittler has a 1.77 ERA and leads MLB with a 1.53 FIP, along with a 10.25 K/BB ratio.
How has Jacob deGrom performed in his recent games?
Jacob deGrom has a 2.13 ERA this season and recorded 10 strikeouts in his last game against the Pirates.
What time does the Yankees vs. Rangers game start?
The game starts at 8:05 PM EDT at Globe Life Field in Arlington, TX.
Where can I watch the Yankees vs. Rangers game?
The game will be broadcast on Amazon Prime Video for the Yankees and Rangers Sports Network for the Rangers.
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