Tonight marks another exciting episode in the storied rivalry between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox, with the two teams set to meet in a crucial elimination game.
After losing the first game of the AL Wild Card series, the Yankees rallied back to take Game 2 with a close 4-3 victory.
Austin Wells, the Yankees’ catcher, made a pivotal contribution with a line drive that brought Jazz Chisholm Jr. home, allowing the team to break a tie in the eighth inning and secure the win.
With everything on the line, the teams will return to Yankee Stadium for what could be their last home game of the season.
Yankees vs. Red Sox, Game 3: Key Details
- When: October 2nd, 8:08 PM
- Where: Yankee Stadium, Bronx, New York
- Channel: ESPN
- Streaming: Available on DirectV (trial available) and Sling TV
- Broadcast Team: Carl Labeck, David Korn, Eduardo Perez, Buster Olney
The victor of tonight’s game will advance to Toronto for the AL Division Series against the Blue Jays, set to start on Saturday.
How to Watch Yankees vs. Red Sox Game 3
The Yankees vs. Red Sox Wild Card Game 3 kicks off on October 2nd at 8:08 PM ET.
Viewing Options for Yankees vs. Red Sox
If you’re not a cable subscriber, a live TV streaming service will be required to catch the Wild Card series. One great choice is DirectV, which offers a 5-day free trial and has plans starting at $59.99 per month, including ESPN.
If you prefer a more flexible option, Sling TV’s Orange Day Pass is available for $4.99, providing 24-hour access to ESPN, while a weekly pass for the entire Wild Card series costs $14.99.
Starting Pitchers for Yankees vs. Red Sox
Connery Early will be on the mound for the Red Sox, making his fifth career major league start as he replaces the injured Lucas Giolito. Early’s record stands at 1-2, with a respectable ERA of 2.33 from his prior four starts.
For the Yankees, rookie Cam Schlittler takes the stage. This game will be Schlittler’s first encounter with the Red Sox. He has 14 starts under his belt this season, holding an ERA of 2.96 with a record of 4-3.
