Yankees right-hander Clarke Schmidt isn't worried about the general soreness that he felt in his back after a recent throwing session and believes he'll be ready for the start of the sesaon with no down time. AP

Access the Yankees beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Greg Joyce about the inside buzz on the Yankees from spring training Join NOw TAMPA — Clarke Schmidt echoed Aaron Boone in essentially deeming his back issue a nothingburger.

Schmidt has yet to throw live batting practice in front of reporters this spring, as his back started flaring up following a Feb. 14 bullpen session.