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Yankees news: Boone considering changes to the lineup

NY Daily News | James O’Connell: The Yankees ran out the same exact lineup in Games 1 and 2 of their ALDS matchup against the Rays, but aside from Ben Rice and his pair of home runs no one else…

By Madison Pavich · Pinstripe Alley

Published: Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at 9:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Aaron Boone is considering lineup changes for Game 3 with the Yankees down 0-2 against the Rays.
Max Fried confirmed he will start Game 3 despite his partner's impending childbirth.
Ryan McMahon and Jazz Chisholm Jr. were identified as possible candidates to be benched.

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New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone is open to adjusting his batting order ahead of Game 3 of the ALDS against the Tampa Bay Rays. After using identical lineups and falling behind 0-2 in the series, Boone is considering changes as the matchup shifts to New York, with struggling infielders Ryan McMahon and Jazz Chisholm Jr. highlighted as potential bench candidates.

Left-hander Max Fried confirmed he will start Game 3 despite his partner being due to give birth in the coming days. The roundup also notes the passing of former Yankees pitcher and six-time All-Star 'Sudden' Sam McDowell at age 84.

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