Schmidt's Pitching Revival: A Test Against Soto

Clarke Schmidt is finally in a good spot. His health is solid, and his pitches are sharp. This puts him in a great position for his upcoming matchup against the Mets and their star player, Juan Soto. If Schmidt can get Soto to swing at bad pitches, it will be a clear sign that his stuff is on point. In his recent outings, Schmidt has shown improvement. After a couple of rough starts, he has been stronger in his last three games. He has allowed six runs in 17 innings, which is a decent ERA of 3. 18. However, he has walked seven batters in that span. This is something he needs to work on. In his most recent game, he walked two and gave up three runs in six innings. Two of the hits he allowed went for home runs. This is an area he needs to tighten up. Schmidt's progress is crucial for the Yankees. If he can become a reliable No. 3 starter behind Max Fried and Carlos Rodón, the team's rotation will look much stronger. Schmidt himself feels good about his recent performances. He has been getting back on track and feels more comfortable with his pitches. This confidence is key for a pitcher. The fact that Schmidt is ready to face Soto is a positive sign. He has had some health issues this year, including a back problem and rotator cuff tendinitis. These issues delayed his spring training and kept him on the injured list until mid-April. However, he has been feeling better lately. The Yankees have been careful with his schedule, giving him at least five days of rest for his previous four starts. This includes one start that was pushed back because he felt some soreness. Facing Soto will be a big test for Schmidt. Soto is one of the best hitters in baseball, and the Mets have a strong offense. Schmidt has never faced Soto as an opponent, but they have talked through social media this year. There has been no trash talk, but Schmidt is excited about the challenge. He knows that facing one of the best hitters in the game will be a fun and exciting test of his skills.