Boston Red Sox vs New York Yankees
Boston Red Sox at New York Yankees, AL Wild Card Game 1: Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 8:00 PM ET, Yankee Stadium, Bronx, on NBC. Series: 0-0, best of 3.
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- Game 1Red Sox at Yankees
- Game 2Red Sox at Yankees
- Game 3Red Sox at Yankees
What time is Red Sox vs Yankees and what channel is it on?
The No. 5 seed Boston Red Sox (87-75) visit the No. 4 seed New York Yankees (93-68) in the Wild Card Series of the 2026 MLB playoffs on Tuesday, September 29 at 8:00 PM EDT at Yankee Stadium.
Red Sox: wild card, No. 5 seed. Yankees: wild card, No. 4 seed.
This page switches to a live score at first pitch and to the final line score and recap when the game ends.
How do Red Sox and Yankees match up?
| Red Sox | Yankees | |
|---|---|---|
| Seed | No. 5 | No. 4 |
| Record | 87-75 | 93-68 |
| Division | AL East | AL East |
| Runs scored / allowed | 689 / 611 | 739 / 601 |
| Run differential | +78 | +138 |
| Regular-season streak | L1 | W1 |
Have Red Sox and Yankees played this season?
| Date | Game | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Regular season: Red Sox at Yankees | Yankees 1-0 | |
| Regular season: Red Sox at Yankees | Red Sox 6-0 | |
| Regular season: Red Sox at Yankees | Yankees 9-2 | |
| Regular season: Red Sox at Yankees | Yankees 16-1 |
Who does the winner play next?
A place in the Division Series against the Tampa Bay Rays (No. 1 seed), Oct 3–10, 2026.
Other Wild Card Series
PhilliesNo. 6at
BravesNo. 3
White SoxNo. 6at
AstrosNo. 3
CubsNo. 5at
PadresNo. 4Red Sox vs Yankees FAQ
When is Boston Red Sox vs New York Yankees?
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 8:00 PM EDT, at Yankee Stadium.
Who has home-field advantage?
The New York Yankees host this game.
What channel is Red Sox vs Yankees on?
NBC in the United States.
What round is this?
The Wild Card Series of the 2026 MLB playoffs (2026 season).
What does the winner get?
A place in the Division Series.
Where can I see the full bracket?
On the 2026 MLB playoff bracket page, which links to every game.