# New York Yankees and Houston Astros series

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/new-york-yankees-and-houston-astros-series
> Updated: 2026-08-27T14:08:23.000Z. Sources: 34. Developments: 2.

The New York Yankees and Houston Astros engaged in a three-game series in late August 2026. In the initial matchup, the Yankees secured a 9-3 victory, driven by a career-best performance from 23-year-old pitcher Elmer Rodriguez. During this game, Astros owner Jim Crane noted that a decision regarding manager Joe Espada’s status would be made after the season concludes. Two days later, the Astros won the series finale 5-1 at Yankee Stadium, taking two out of three games in the series. Hayden Wesneski earned the win for Houston, supported by home runs from Christian Walker and Jeremy Peña. While Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole provided a solid six-inning performance, the team's offense struggled, and rookie shortstop George Lombard Jr. committed an error in his sixth consecutive game, tying a franchise record. The series win helped the Astros maintain their lead in the AL West, bringing their record to 67-67. Following the series, the Astros traveled to Queens to face the New York Mets at Citi Field. On August 28, 2026, the Astros defeated the Mets 3-1. Pitcher Hunter Brown led the victory with 10 strikeouts over 6 2/3 innings, allowing only one run. Although the Mets took an early 1-0 lead in the fourth inning via a Carson Benge double that scored Francisco Lindor, the Astros reclaimed the lead in the sixth. Following three walks by Mets starter Christian Scott, Daulton Varsho hit a two-run single, and Yainer Diaz added an insurance run. The win moved the Astros to a 68-67 record, maintaining their AL West lead. In a separate matchup, the Yankees defeated the Boston Red Sox 1-0 at Yankee Stadium. Paul Goldschmidt hit the game’s only run via a solo home run in the third inning.

## Claims

- Gerrit Cole is scheduled to start for the New York Yankees against the Houston Astros. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Hayden Wesneski is starting for the Houston Astros against the New York Yankees. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Gerrit Cole has a 3.11 ERA and a 1.07 WHIP. (single source)
- Hayden Wesneski has a 4.23 ERA and a 1.23 WHIP. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-27: Yankees defeat Red Sox 1-0 as Goldschmidt hits solo home run

The New York Yankees beat the Boston Red Sox 1-0 behind a Paul Goldschmidt home run and Cam Schlittler's 200th strikeout. Separately, the Houston Astros defeated the New York Mets 3-1.

32 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/yankees-and-astros-face-off-in-series-deciding-rubber-match

### 2026-08-25: New York Yankees defeat Houston Astros behind Elmer Rodriguez performance

The New York Yankees beat the Houston Astros 9-3, highlighted by a standout pitching performance from Elmer Rodriguez and news regarding Astros manager Joe Espada's future.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-york-yankees-defeat-houston-astros-behind-elmer-rodriguez-performance

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