Heard Clarke Schmidt will not throw today as was hoped. Boone said yesterday they would have "to go a different way" if Via @Joelsherman1 on X

What happened: After testing earlier this week, Boone said Thursday the club would go a different way if Friday throwing did not happen. Bradley Hanner is in New York and could be activated to

Why it matters: A stint would force a late-September reshuffle with the postseason field being set. Hanner coverage would let the club rest regular arms while keeping innings filled.

What to watch: Watch for an IL decision on Schmidt and a corresponding activation for Hanner.

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