Yankees and Red Sox begin pivotal four-game series in Bronx

The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox begin a pivotal four-game American League East series at Yankee Stadium on Friday, August 28, 2026. The matchup carries significant postseason implications, as the Yankees currently hold the first AL Wild Card spot with a 75-58 record, while the Red Sox sit in the second Wild Card spot at 73-60, just two games behind New York.

The series opener features a notable pitching matchup between Yankees Cy Young candidate Cam Schlittler, who holds an 11-6 record and 2.16 ERA, and Red Sox lefty Patrick Sandoval, who has a 1-2 record and 4.54 ERA. The Red Sox enter the series on a hot streak, having gone 27-12 since the All-Star break.

Boston will be without top outfielder Roman Anthony, who remains on a rehab assignment in Triple-A Worcester following a wrist injury. Anthony is expected to continue his assignment through Saturday, making a return to the major league roster uncertain. The Red Sox lineup for the opener includes Nick Sogard, Ceddanne Rafaela, and Wilyer Abreu, with Adley Rutschman catching.