The Boston Red Sox visit the New York Yankees on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in Game 2 of a doubleheader at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx. First pitch is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. ET.
New York enters Saturday with a 76-58 record (.567), while Boston is 73-61 (.545). The Yankees began the day with 184 home runs, the second-highest total in Major League Baseball behind Washington’s 190.
How to Watch Red Sox vs. Yankees
- When: Saturday, August 29, 2026, at 7:15 p.m. ET
- Where: Yankee Stadium, Bronx, NY
- TV: FOX
- Stream: Watch 3 days free on FOX One, FOX Sports
Raymond Burgos is listed as Boston’s probable starter, while Max Fried is lined up to start for New York. However, Boston had not announced its Game 2 starter in the additional team information provided for the matchup.
Players to Watch
Ben Rice, Yankees
Rice is New York’s biggest power threat in the FOX nightcap. He is batting .255 with 35 home runs and 83 RBI, giving Boston one hitter it cannot afford to challenge carelessly.
His assignment does not change. If Rice gets a pitch to drive with runners aboard, he can quickly change a close rivalry game. That power makes him the priority in any high-leverage at-bat.
Jazz Chisholm Jr., Yankees
Chisholm gives the Yankees a source of pressure beyond the home run. He has 18 homers, 53 RBI and 38 stolen bases, forcing Boston to account for his speed as soon as he reaches base.
That could matter even more in the second game of a doubleheader, when both bullpens may be carrying extra work. If Chisholm creates a scoring chance without needing another hit, New York gains an edge. Boston cannot lose track of him between pitches once he is aboard.
William Contreras, Red Sox
Contreras is Boston’s most complete middle-of-the-order threat. He is batting .278 with 26 home runs, 78 RBI and a .908 OPS, combining power with the plate discipline to extend an inning.
New York cannot give him traffic and a favorable count. If Contreras reaches base or drives in runners, the Red Sox have the production they need to match the Yankees in the nightcap. His patience also gives Boston a way to make New York work.
Ceddanne Rafaela, Red Sox
Rafaela gives Boston contact, extra-base power and speed in the same spot. He is batting .287 with 16 home runs, 66 RBI and 17 stolen bases.
His ability to put the ball in play can help Boston create pressure before Contreras and the rest of the middle order come up. With Fried lined up for New York and Boston yet to announce its Game 2 starter, Rafaela’s versatility gives the Red Sox several ways to build an inning throughout the game.
Red Sox vs. Yankees Odds and Schedule
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