Cam Schlittler declines to pitch in MLB All‑Star Game

Cam Schlittler, the 25‑year‑old right‑hander for the New York Yankees, earned a spot as a potential starter for the American League in the All‑Star Game after a dominant first half of the season. Yet, with only a few days since his last regular‑season start, he and manager Aaron Boone reassessed his readiness.

Boone explained that Schlittler preferred to treat his usual recovery day as a true rest period rather than an additional high‑effort outing. Consequently, Schlittler opted out of pitching, ensuring the exhibition maintains a full roster of healthy arms.