Yankees news: Cam Schlittler snubbed for All-Star Game starter

Key Points:

• Cam Schlittler plans to rest during the All-Star break instead of pitching in the Midsummer Classic, despite being ready if needed, to preserve his strength for the second half of the season; AL manager John Schneider chose Dylan Cease as the starter over Schlittler.
• The New York Yankees completed a historic three-game sweep of the Washington Nationals, overcoming eighth-inning or later deficits in all three games for the first time since 1910, boosting their position to three games behind the Tampa Bay Rays.
• The Yankees selected Luke Pettitte, son of former pitcher Andy Pettitte, in the eighth round of the 2026 MLB Draft; Pettitte transitioned from pitching to designated hitter after Tommy John surgery, posting strong offensive stats in college.
• The Yankees finalized their 2026 MLB Draft class with approximately 20 new players, emphasizing a balanced approach by selecting eight pitchers and 12 position players, including top left-handed pitching prospect Hunter Dietz as their first pick.