MLB Playoffs: New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox - Game 1
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American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Wilyer Abreu #52 of the Boston Red Sox attempts to run to second base against the New York Yankees during the seventh inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees throws a pitch against the Boston Red Sox during the third inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Aaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees looks on against the Boston Red Sox during the fourth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against Erik Miller #67 of the Boston Red Sox during the fifth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ceddanne Rafaela #3 of the Boston Red Sox attempts to catch a home run hit by Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees during the fifth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates as he round the bases after hitting a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees speaks to the media after defeating the Boston Red Sox in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Jazz Chisholm Jr. #13 of the New York Yankees looks on against the Boston Red Sox during the third inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees walks back to the dugout after being pulled against the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ceddanne Rafaela #3 of the Boston Red Sox makes the final out hit by Cody Bellinger #35 of the New York Yankees during the seventh inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Greg Weissert #57 of the Boston Red Sox throws a pitch against the New York Yankees during the sixth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Austin Wells #28 of the New York Yankees hits a sacrifice fly ball to right field to score George Lombard Jr. #96 against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees walks back to the dugout after being pulled against the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cody Bellinger #35 of the New York Yankees celebrates after hitting a single against the Boston Red Sox during the sixth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Brayan Bello #66 of the Boston Red Sox reacts after giving up a grand slam home run to Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: John Schreiber #56 of the New York Yankees throws a pitch against the Boston Red Sox during the ninth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Payton Tolle #70 of the Boston Red Sox throws a pitch against the New York Yankees during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Brayan Bello #66 of the Boston Red Sox reacts after giving up a grand slam home run to Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates as he round the bases after hitting a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates as he round the bases after hitting a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates with teammates after hitting a solo home run against Erik Miller #67 of the Boston Red Sox during the fifth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates after hitting a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Aaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees looks on from the dugout against the Boston Red Sox during the second inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Payton Tolle #70 of the Boston Red Sox walks back to the dugout after being pull against the New York Yankees during the fifth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against Erik Miller #67 of the Boston Red Sox during the fifth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Payton Tolle #70 of the Boston Red Sox walks back to the dugout after being pull against the New York Yankees during the fifth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Willson Contreras #40 of the Boston Red Sox reacts after being struck out by John Schreiber #56 of the New York Yankees to end game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Brayan Bello #66 of the Boston Red Sox throws a pitch against the New York Yankees during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Spencer Jones #78 of the New York Yankees celebrates a single against the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Alec Gamboa #68 of the Boston Red Sox throws a pitch against the New York Yankees during the seventh inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates with teammates after hitting a solo home run against Erik Miller #67 of the Boston Red Sox during the fifth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Spencer Jones #78 of the New York Yankees celebrates a single against the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees listens for a pitch against the Boston Red Sox during the sixth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates as he round the bases after hitting a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees reacts after strike out against the Boston Red Sox during the third inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates after defeating the Boston Red Sox in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Nick Sogard #20 of the Boston Red Sox tags out George Lombard Jr. #96 of the New York Yankees for a double play during the fourth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates as he round the bases after hitting a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: John Schreiber #56 of the New York Yankees throws a pitch against the Boston Red Sox during the ninth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: George Lombard Jr. #96 of the New York Yankees celebrates after hitting a single against the Boston Red Sox during the second inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Anthony Volpe #11 of the New York Yankees singles to right field against the Boston Red Sox during the second inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Erik Miller #67 of the Boston Red Sox throws a pitch against the New York Yankees during the fifth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against Erik Miller #67 of the Boston Red Sox during the fifth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Paul Blackburn #58 of the New York Yankees throws a pitch against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: George Lombard Jr. #96 of the New York Yankees runs to first base against the Boston Red Sox during the sixth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Brayan Bello #66 of the Boston Red Sox throws a pitch against the New York Yankees during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees is checked over by umpire Scott Barry #87 after closing out the top of the first inning against the Boston Red Sox in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Payton Tolle #70 of the Boston Red Sox throws a pitch against the New York Yankees during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Nick Sogard #20 of the Boston Red Sox tags out George Lombard Jr. #96 of the New York Yankees for a double play during the fourth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates at first base after hitting an RBI single to score Spencer Jones #78 against the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Austin Wells #28 of the New York Yankees hits a single to right field to score a run by George Lombard Jr. #96 against the Boston Red Sox during the second inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: George Lombard Jr. #96 of the New York Yankees hits a single against the Boston Red Sox during the fourth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cody Bellinger #35 of the New York Yankees runs off the field against the Boston Red Sox during the second inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees hands the ball to manager Aaron Boone #17 after being pulled against the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: John Schreiber #56 and Austin Wells #28 of the New York Yankees celebrate after defeating the Boston Red Sox in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Anthony Volpe #11 of the New York Yankees turns a double play after tagging out Wilyer Abreu #52 of the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Greg Weissert #57 of the Boston Red Sox throws a pitch against the New York Yankees during the sixth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates with Spencer Jones #78 after hitting a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Austin Wells #28 of the New York Yankees hits a sacrifice fly ball to right field to score George Lombard Jr. #96 against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: George Lombard Jr. #96 of the New York Yankees celebrates with Paul Goldschmidt #48 after scoring a run off of a single hit by Austin Wells #28 against the Boston Red Sox during the second inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Anthony Volpe #11 of the New York Yankees runs to first base after a bunt against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: George Lombard Jr. #96 of the New York Yankees hits a single against the Boston Red Sox during the second inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees hits a solo home run against Erik Miller #67 of the Boston Red Sox during the fifth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates with Luis Rojas #67 after hitting a solo home run against Erik Miller #67 of the Boston Red Sox during the fifth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Austin Wells #28 of the New York Yankees celebrates a single with Dan Fiorito #85 against the Boston Red Sox during the second inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Payton Tolle #70 of the Boston Red Sox prepares to throw a pitch against the New York Yankees during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates with Heliot Ramos #34 after hitting a solo home run against Erik Miller #67 of the Boston Red Sox during the fifth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Willson Contreras #40 of the Boston Red Sox reacts after being struck out against Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees during the fourth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Adley Rutschman #31 of the Boston Red Sox throws to first base against the New York Yankees during the third inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees hits a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: George Lombard Jr. #96 of the New York Yankees celebrates with Anthony Volpe #11 after a double play against the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Payton Tolle #70 of the Boston Red Sox throws a pitch against the New York Yankees during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates with Ryan McMahon #19 after hitting a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: George Lombard Jr. #96 of the New York Yankees scores a run off of a single hit by Austin Wells #28 against the Boston Red Sox during the second inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees celebrates as he walks back to the dugout after closing out the top of the sixth inning against the Boston Red Sox in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Anthony Volpe #11 of the New York Yankees fields the ball against the Boston Red Sox during the fifth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against Erik Miller #67 of the Boston Red Sox during the fifth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees runs to first base after hitting an RBI single to score Spencer Jones #78 against the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees hits an RBI single to score Spencer Jones #78 against the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: John Schreiber #56 and Austin Wells #28 of the New York Yankees celebrate after defeating the Boston Red Sox in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates after hitting a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Spencer Jones #78 of the New York Yankees reacts after hitting a line out against the Boston Red Sox during the fourth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees hits a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Fans cheer as Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees walks back to the dugout after being pulled against the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates as he round the bases after hitting a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates at first base after hitting an RBI single to score Spencer Jones #78 against the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees hits a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: John Schreiber #56 and Austin Wells #28 of the New York Yankees celebrate after defeating the Boston Red Sox in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: George Lombard Jr. #96 of the New York Yankees reacts after being tagged out at second base against the Boston Red Sox in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates with Dan Fiorito #85 as he round the bases after hitting a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees celebrates as he walks back to the dugout after closing out the top of the sixth inning against the Boston Red Sox in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Amed Rosario #14 of the New York Yankees reacts from first base after being walked by Payton Tolle #70 of the Boston Red Sox during the fourth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: John Schreiber #56 and Austin Wells #28 of the New York Yankees celebrate after defeating the Boston Red Sox in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Manager Chad Tracy #17 of the Boston Red Sox talks with Payton Tolle #70 on the mound against the New York Yankees during the fifth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Aaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees smiles after defeating the Boston Red Sox in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates as he round the bases after hitting a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees walks back to the dugout after being pulled against the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates as he round the bases after hitting a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees throws a pitch against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: A New York Yankees hat sits during batting practice prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Aaron Boone #17 of the New York Yankees looks on during batting practice prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Aaron Boone #17 of the New York Yankees looks on during batting practice prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Manager Chad Tracy #17 of the Boston Red Sox argues with umpire Nate Tomlinson #34 and umpire Mark Wegner #14 against the New York Yankees during the second inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees throws a pitch against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Willson Contreras #40 of the Boston Red Sox reacts after being struck out by John Schreiber #56 of the New York Yankees to end game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees hits an RBI single to score Spencer Jones #78 against the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees throws a pitch against the Boston Red Sox during the third inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Brayan Bello #66 of the Boston Red Sox reacts after giving up a grand slam home run to Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Austin Wells #28 of the New York Yankees celebrates a single against the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees throws a pitch against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates as he round the bases after hitting a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cody Bellinger #35 of the New York Yankees hits a single against the Boston Red Sox during the sixth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: George Lombard Jr. #96 of the New York Yankees prepares to swing against the Boston Red Sox during the second inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: George Lombard Jr. #96 of the New York Yankees scores a run off of a single hit by Austin Wells #28 against the Boston Red Sox during the second inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Luis Garcia Jr. #26 of the New York Yankees grounds out to a double play against the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Wilyer Abreu #52 of the Boston Red Sox swings against the New York Yankees during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Wilyer Abreu #52 of the Boston Red Sox looks on during batting practice prior to game one against the New York Yankees in the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cody Bellinger #35 of the New York Yankees takes batting practice prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Willson Contreras #40 of the Boston Red Sox warms up during batting practice prior to game one against the New York Yankees in the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees hits a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates on second base after hitting double to center field against Payton Tolle #70 of the Boston Red Sox during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Willson Contreras #40 of the Boston Red Sox looks on against the New York Yankees during the third inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Former New York Yankees Tino Martinez throws out the first pitch prior to game one of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Manager Chad Tracy #17 of the Boston Red Sox argues with umpire Nate Tomlinson #34 and umpire Mark Wegner #14 against the New York Yankees during the second inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: George Lombard Jr. #96 of the New York Yankees celebrates after hitting a single against the Boston Red Sox during the second inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates as he round the bases after hitting a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: George Lombard Jr. #96 of the New York Yankees warms up prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees hits a solo home run against Erik Miller #67 of the Boston Red Sox during the fifth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees reacts to a strike out against the Boston Red Sox during the second inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Gerrit Cole #45 of the New York Yankees high fives teammates prior to game one of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: George Lombard Jr. #96 of the New York Yankees warms up prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Wilyer Abreu #52 of the Boston Red Sox high fives teammates prior to game one of the American League Wild Card Series against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: A New York Yankees hat sits during batting practice prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Pitching coach Matt Blake #77 of the New York Yankees walks back to the dugout against the Boston Red Sox during the sixth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Payton Tolle #70 of the Boston Red Sox throws a pitch against the New York Yankees during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Anthony Volpe #11 of the New York Yankees warms up prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Willson Contreras #40 of the Boston Red Sox prepares to swing against the New York Yankees during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ryan McMahon #19 of the New York Yankees warms up prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Amed Rosario #14 of the New York Yankees fields the ball against the Boston Red Sox during the second inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cody Bellinger #35 of the New York Yankees takes batting practice prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees warms up prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Anthony Volpe #11 of the New York Yankees warms up prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates after hitting a grand slam home run against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ceddanne Rafaela #3 of the Boston Red Sox prepares to swing against the New York Yankees during the second inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Spencer Jones #78 of the New York Yankees takes the field prior to game one of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees hits a double to center field against Payton Tolle #70 of the Boston Red Sox during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cody Bellinger #35 of the New York Yankees takes batting practice prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Paul Goldschmidt #48 of the New York Yankees warms up prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: George Lombard Jr. #96 of the New York Yankees warms up prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Payton Tolle #70 of the Boston Red Sox prepares to throw a pitch against the New York Yankees during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: The New York Yankees stand for the national anthem prior to game one of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: George Lombard Jr. #96 of the New York Yankees warms up prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Giancarlo Stanton #27 of the New York Yankees takes batting practice prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Giancarlo Stanton #27 of the New York Yankees takes batting practice prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Giancarlo Stanton #27 of the New York Yankees takes batting practice prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: The New York Yankees stand for the national anthem prior to game one of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Giancarlo Stanton #27 of the New York Yankees takes batting practice prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cody Bellinger #35 of the New York Yankees takes batting practice prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Jazz Chisholm Jr. #13 of the New York Yankees talks with Trent Grisham #12 prior to the game one of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: George Lombard Jr. #96 of the New York Yankees warms up prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees celebrates on second base after hitting double to center field against Payton Tolle #70 of the Boston Red Sox during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Willson Contreras #40 of the Boston Red Sox warms up during batting practice prior to game one against the New York Yankees in the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees hits a double to center field against Payton Tolle #70 of the Boston Red Sox during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Willson Contreras #40 of the Boston Red Sox looks on during batting practice prior to game one against the New York Yankees in the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ryan McMahon #19 and Jazz Chisholm Jr. #13 of the New York Yankees talk prior to game one of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ryan McMahon #19 of the New York Yankees warms up prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees throws a pitch against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Payton Tolle #70 of the Boston Red Sox throws a pitch against the New York Yankees during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Amed Rosario #14 of the New York Yankees dodges an inside pitch by Payton Tolle #70 of the Boston Red Sox during the fourth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Amed Rosario #14 of the New York Yankees takes the field prior to game one of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: The New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox stand during the national anthem prior to game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Willson Contreras #40 of the Boston Red Sox looks on during batting practice prior to game one against the New York Yankees in the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Giancarlo Stanton #27 of the New York Yankees takes batting practice prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ben Rice #22 of the New York Yankees hits a solo home run against Erik Miller #67 of the Boston Red Sox during the fifth inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Trent Grisham #12 of the New York Yankees looks on prior to game one of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Manager Aaron Boone #17 of the New York Yankees high fives Jose Caballero #72 prior to game one of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ryan McMahon #19 of the New York Yankees warms up prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Payton Tolle #70 of the Boston Red Sox prepares to throw a pitch against the New York Yankees during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Anthony Volpe #11 of the New York Yankees warms up prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: John Schreiber #56 and Austin Wells #28 of the New York Yankees celebrate after defeating the Boston Red Sox in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Paul Goldschmidt #48 of the New York Yankees warms up prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Willson Contreras #40 of the Boston Red Sox fist bumps teammates prior to game one of the American League Wild Card Series against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Trevor Story #10 of the Boston Red Sox warms up prior to game one against the New York Yankees in the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Ryan McMahon #19 of the New York Yankees warms up prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Spike Lee waves prior to game one of the American League Wild Card Series between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Trent Grisham #12 of the New York Yankees warms up prior to Game One of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Max Fried #54 of the New York Yankees fist bumps his teammates prior to game one of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees celebrates after closing out the top of the first inning against the Boston Red Sox in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees throws a pitch against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Caleb Durbin #5 of the Boston Red Sox warms up prior to game one against the New York Yankees in the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Anthony Volpe #11 of the New York Yankees takes the field prior to game one of the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: John Schreiber #56 and Austin Wells #28 of the New York Yankees celebrate after defeating the Boston Red Sox in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Amed Rosario #14 of the New York Yankees looks on against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
American League Wild Card Series: Boston Red Sox v New York Yankees - Game One NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: Willson Contreras #40 of the Boston Red Sox prepares to swing against the New York Yankees during the first inning in game one of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on September 29, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images) (Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images)
