Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler, who had positioned himself to potentially start the American League in the 2026 MLB All-Star Game, will not pitch in the exhibition. Multiple reports state that Schlittler remains healthy, but he chooses to avoid a high-intensity, game-level effort that would be required for pitching in the All-Star contest. The Athletic reports that his decision is tied to avoiding pushing himself to that level on what would typically be his between-starts bullpen day. Yahoo Sports similarly reports that Schlittler declines the opportunity to pitch, noting that he was considered the favorite to be selected as the AL starter. Yahoo also highlights his performance leading into the break, including a 2.05 ERA and a 9–5 record with the Yankees. New York Post frames the decision as a degree of apprehension about pitching in the All-Star Game. Taken together, the coverage indicates Schlittler’s choice is a health-and-preparation-related decision rather than a response to an injury.