New York Yankees starting pitcher Clarke Schmidt throws against the Cleveland Guardians during the first inning in Game 3 of the baseball AL Championship Series Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, in Cleveland.(AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

Dwight and Renee Schmidt, parents of New York Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt, sit in the stands before Game 2 of the baseball World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Doug Padilla)

New York Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt answers a question during a news conference before Game 2 of the baseball World Series, Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)