After a tough opening night in Milwaukee, the New York Yankees are looking to bounce back in game two of their three-game series against the Brewers. Last night, young Brewers phenom Jacob Misiorowski put on a show, striking out 11 Yankees over six shutout innings. But tonight, the Bombers are countering with their own rising star on the mound.
Cam Schlittler gets the ball for the Yankees, aiming to even the series. While he allowed just one run over 5.2 innings in his last outing, it wasn't his sharpest performance—he uncharacteristically walked three batters and surrendered seven hits. Still, the young right-hander has shown the poise to bounce back, and New York will need him to find his command early.
The lineup gets an exciting boost, too. Rookie Spencer Jones is making his first career start in the field, patrolling center field and batting eighth. It's a big moment for the highly touted prospect, and fans will be watching closely to see how he handles the big league stage.
On the other side, Milwaukee counters with left-hander Kyle Harrison, acquired in an offseason trade with the Red Sox. Harrison has been outstanding to start the season, posting a 2.12 ERA and a 2.86 FIP across six starts and 29.2 innings. He's been a key addition to the Brewers' rotation, and the Yankees will have their work cut out for them.
It's a classic Saturday showdown, with two young arms facing off and playoff implications simmering beneath the surface. Whether you're tuning in from the stands or following along at home, this one promises plenty of drama.
First pitch is set for tonight. Tune in on WFAN 660/101.9 FM or WADO 1280 for the Yankees broadcast, or WTMJ 620 for the Brewers call. Out-of-market fans can catch the action on MLB Network or stream via the Gotham Sports App.
Let's see if the Yankees can even the series and get back on track.