Yankees' Cam Schlittler Faces Death Threats Ahead of Fenway Park Debut
Death threats and Dirty Water: Yankees' Cam Schlittler still beefing with Red Sox fans
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Cam Schlittler, a 25-year-old right-handed pitcher for the New York Yankees, is preparing for a hostile reception at Fenway Park after receiving death threats from Red Sox fans. The tension escalated following his standout performance against Boston in the 2022 AL wild-card series.
- 01Cam Schlittler has a 1.95 ERA in five starts this season.
- 02He received death threats before his debut at Fenway Park on April 23.
- 03Schlittler dominated the Red Sox in a crucial playoff game last season.
- 04He expressed frustration over the hostility from diehard Red Sox fans.
- 05Despite the rivalry, Schlittler still shows some allegiance to New England.
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Cam Schlittler, the 25-year-old right-hander for the New York Yankees, is set to make his first career start at Fenway Park on April 23. The pitcher from Walpole, Massachusetts, who has a 1.95 ERA in five starts this season, has faced death threats from Boston Red Sox fans ahead of the game. The animosity between Schlittler and Red Sox fans intensified after his impressive performance in the 2022 AL wild-card series, where he struck out 12 batters in eight shutout innings. Schlittler acknowledged the aggressive nature of the rivalry, stating, "They just picked the wrong guy to do it to," referring to the taunts from fans. Despite the tension, he attended a Boston Bruins game recently, indicating some ties to New England. As he prepares for the game, Schlittler anticipates a hostile environment at Fenway Park, stating that he expects the fans to be even more vocal than before.
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Schlittler's performance at Fenway Park could influence the Yankees' standings in the division and intensify the rivalry with Red Sox fans.
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