New York Yankees vs Chicago Cubs in final game of three‑game series

The New York Yankees close a three‑game series at Chicago’s Wrigley Field on August 1, 2026. After winning the first two contests 2‑0, the Yankees will start right‑hander Max Fried (4‑3, 3.23 ERA) against Cubs left‑hander David Peterson (6‑7, 5.80 ERA). The Yankees’ lineup features Jazz Chisholm Jr. back in the fifth spot, while key hitters Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton and Cody Bellinger remain on the injured list. Betting markets list the Yankees as a -122 favorite, with the over/under set at 6.5 runs. The game will be televised on the YES Network and streamed via a free trial on DIRECTV. Sportsbooks such as BetMGM are promoting bonus codes for new bettors on this matchup.