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MLB·ANALYSIS·September 9, 2026 04:49 PM ET

Cam Schlittler reaches 20 starts allowing one run or fewer in AL Cy Young push

His season ERA drops to 2.01 over 178⅔ innings.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 91 min read
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What happened: Schlittler struck out 10 in his latest start, throwing 96 pitches. He worked seven innings and allowed three hits. [SNY](https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/yankees-cam-schlittler-inching-closer-023843654.html)

Why it matters: His total of starts allowing one run or fewer leads MLB and sets a That sustained run prevention strengthens his award case beyond a single outing.

By the numbers: Seven starts have lasted at least seven innings with one run or fewer allowed.

What to watch: Schlittler's remaining September starts will determine how that run-prevention record holds through the end of the season.

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