Clarke Schmidt Blames Sweeper Grip Change for 2025 Arm Injury

5 months ago

Clarke Schmidt Blames Sweeper Grip Change for 2025 Arm Injury

“Think the No. 1 thing that played a factor was mid-season grip changes,” Schmidt said, blaming a tweaked sweeper grip for the forearm stress that led to a Tommy John surgery. The Yankees righty, who earned 3.32 in 2025, plans to scrap that version, start bullpens after spring, and target a second-half return. “I’m very hungry… very driven,” he added.

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“Benge is going to come into spring training with a chance to make our team,” David Stearns said, and the prospect is making that push real. With Mike Tauchman as his main competition, Benge has impressed in right field, shown off his arm, and not looked overmatched at the plate. If the Mets believe he’s ready, the job feels his.

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Shane Bieber “Chomping at the Bit” After Heavy Throw Day, Says Manager John Schneider

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Shane Bieber “Chomping at the Bit” After Heavy Throw Day, Says Manager John Schneider

Bieber threw a heavy session on Friday and is eager to return, according to Jays manager Schneider. “He’s chomping at the bit,” Schneider said. “All the reports are good… we’ll stick with the process.” Bieber went 4–2 with a 3.57 ERA, 37 strikeouts and a 1.02 WHIP in 40.1 innings for the Toronto Blue Jays in 2025.

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Joe Espada Says Carlos Correa Will Fill In if Jeremy Peña Misses Opening Day

“If the case is that he will need more time, Carlos Correa will step in and be our shortstop,” Espada said as Peña’s Opening Day status remains uncertain amidst injury. Espada praised Correa’s ability at the position and said Houston will begin giving him starts there soon, while Nick Allen and Isaac Paredes provide added infield cover.

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Aaron Judge on Team USA Duty: "Words Can't Describe How Special It Is"

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Superstar Judge shared his excitement about captaining United States national baseball team in the World Baseball Classic during a conversation with Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr.. "This is America's pastime... the game gave me everything," Judge said. "To represent my country and give back to the game - words really can't describe how cool this is."

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