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It’s officially a Red Sox-Yankees rematch. Here’s everything you need to know.

The last time they met in back-to-back playoffs was 2003 and 2004. We all know how that turned out.

Published: Monday, 28 September 2026 at 12:37 AM
It’s officially a Red Sox-Yankees rematch. Here’s everything you need to know.
Key Things to Know
  • The Red Sox and Yankees will meet in the MLB Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium.
  • Game 1 is scheduled for Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 8 p.m.
  • Boston finished the regular season at 87-75 after starting 32-46 in June.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees will face each other in the MLB Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium. The best-of-three series begins with Game 1 on Tuesday, September 29, followed by Game 2 on Wednesday, September 30, and a potential Game 3 on Thursday, October 1, 2026.

The Red Sox rebounded from a 32-46 record in late June to complete the regular season at 87-75, earning back-to-back postseason berths for the first time since 2016–2018. Meanwhile, the Yankees finished their regular season with a 93-68 record.

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