T he Yankees will start Clarke Schmidt for Game 3 against the Royals, instead of rookie Luis Gil with the series tied at one-game apiece. Schmidt was very solid this year when he

If Gil doesn’t pitch in relief of starter Carlos Rodón on Monday at Yankee Stadium, he’ll transition to some side work because the Yankees need him available as a starter in the next round. Then again, Boone understands that everyone needs to be available this time of year.

Aaron Boone explained why the Yankees will start Clarke Schmidt in Game 3 of the ALDS against the Royals, and how it impacts Luis Gil.