New York Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles: Cam Schlittler vs. Shane Baz

TL;DR

The New York Yankees face the Baltimore Orioles with Cam Schlittler starting against Shane Baz. The game is set for 7:05 PM ET at Yankee Stadium, amidst tributes for the late John Sterling.

Key points

Cam Schlittler is a top performer in multiple MLB statistical categories.
Shane Baz has struggled against the Yankees with a 6.75 ERA in previous meetings.
The game will feature tributes to the late John Sterling.

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Apr 17, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler (31) walks off the field after being relieved during the seventh inning against the Kansas City Royals at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images | Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images It’s been an emotional day for the Yankees and their fans, with the loss of legendary radio announcer John Sterling. Expect plenty of heartfelt tributes for the longtime voice of the club during the game today, as the Yanks send a starting lineup out with only one player who was born before Sterling took over the radio booth — and said Yankee is only in there because of an injury. Cam Schlittler gets the ball, looking to continue the early run that’s put him atop of most statistical categories in the game. The 25-year-old is is top five across all MLB in fWAR, ERA, FIP, strikeout rate, walk rate, and home run rate. It’s hard to pitch badly if you strike everyone out and never let the ball leave the park. Eventually a few fly balls will get over the wall, but everything else Cam is doing seems to be broadly sustainable. With a chance to deliver a four-game sweep, I expect the kid building a reputation for being a big-game pitcher to have a big game. Shane Baz goes for Baltimore, acquired in a deal with Tampa that hasn’t exactly started the way you’d want. A 4.50 ERA and the lowest strikeout rate of his young career don’t make you all that excited, but his FIP is three-fourths of a run lower than that ERA, so he may be do for a couple solid outings. This will be his seventh career start against the Yankees, who have touched him to a 6.75 ERA in their previous six meetings. After bruising his wrist on a pick in the dirt yesterday, is on the bench with taking over at first. Following his great game yesterday, was an easy pick to slot back in at DH and will bat cleanup. **How to watch** **Location**: Yankee Stadium — Bronx, NY **First pitch**: 7:05 pm ET **TV broadcast**: YES | MASN **Radio broadcast**: WFAN 660/101.9 FM, WADO 1280, 98 Rock 97.9 FM, WBAL 1090 AM **Online stream**: MLB.tv For updates, follow us on , , and , and like us on .

Q&A

What time does the Yankees vs. Orioles game start on April 17, 2026?

The game starts at 7:05 PM ET.

Who are the starting pitchers for the Yankees and Orioles?

Cam Schlittler is starting for the Yankees and Shane Baz for the Orioles.

What is the significance of the Yankees game on April 17, 2026?

The game is significant due to tributes for legendary announcer John Sterling, who recently passed away.