Feb 26, 2023; Tampa, Florida, USA; New York Yankees starting pitcher Clarke Schmidt (86) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Atlanta Braves at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
The New York Yankees are trying to figure out who the supplementary starter will be to replace Frankie Montas this season. Montas underwent shoulder surgery and should be out until August, but there’s no saying what his impact will be.
Even if the Yankees get Montas back toward the end of the year, expecting him to help out of the bullpen or take on a starting spot is optimistic.