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Sep 30, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; Boston Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman (2) celebrates his RBI double against the New York Yankees during the ninth inning of game one of the Wildcard round of the 2025 MLB playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

How to watch the New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox: AL Wild Card Series Game Times, TV & Streaming Info

By Russell Raunam  |  Last updated Oct 1, 2025 11:44 AM ET
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One of the best Rivalries in all of the MLB is heating up as the Boston Red Sox take a 1-0 series lead in Big Apple against the New York Yankees in the AL Wild Card Series. 

These two teams hate each other, creating an electric atmosphere that produced fireworks to kick off the 2025 postseason.  The Yankees are reigning AL champions and are looking to complete unfinished business by winning yet another World Series. Can they hang on and make it further in the MLB postseason?

How to watch New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox Game 2 today

  • Matchup: New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox
  • Date: Wednesday, October 1, 2025
  • Time: 6:00 PM ET
  • TV Channels: ESPN
  • Live Stream Platform: DIRECTV; 5-Day Free Trial
  • Location: Bronx, NY
  • Stadium: Yankee Stadium

Odds and Spread for Red Sox vs Yankees — Game 2

Key Line Yankees Red Sox
Run Line -1.5 +1.5
Run Line Odds +124 -151
Moneyline -186 +151
Series Odds -180 +149

Key players you need to watch on the Boston Red Sox

  • Trevor Story – As the Red Sox shortstop, Trevor Story led the team with 25 home runs and 96 RBIs in 2025, making him a key power threat in the lineup.
  • Wilyer Abreu – Playing right field, Wilyer Abreu hit 22 home runs and drove in 69 runs, providing consistent offensive production throughout the season.
  • Alex Bregman – Serving as the team's third baseman, Alex Bregman contributed significantly with 18 home runs, 62 RBIs, and a solid .273 batting average in 2025.

Key players you need to watch on the New York Yankees

  • Aaron Judge – Judge led the Yankees with 53 home runs in 2025 and posted an outstanding .331 batting average, 1.144 OPS, 114 RBIs, and a 9.7 WAR, making him the team's most dominant offensive force.
  • Trent Grisham – Grisham provided significant power from center field, hitting 34 home runs and tallying 74 RBIs over 143 games.
  • Cody Bellinger – Bellinger contributed solidly as the team's left fielder, hitting 29 home runs with a .272 batting average, .813 OPS, and 98 RBIs across 152 games.

Key stats for The Boston Red Sox

TEAM
 R
 AVG
 OBP
 SLG
 OPS
 HR
 SB
 ERA
 WHIP
 K
 BB
 OBA
 SV
Red Sox
 778
 .254
 .324
 .421
 .745
 167
 139
 3.70
 1.29
 1361
 530
 .243
 45

Key stats for The New York Yankees

TEAM
 R
 AVG
 OBP
 SLG
 OPS
 HR
 SB
 ERA
 WHIP
 K
 BB
 OBA
 SV
Yankees
 849
 .251
 .332
 .455
 .787
 202
 134
 3.91
 1.25
 1440
 557
 .229
 43

Who's winning the Yankees vs. Red Sox series?

The Yankees have a dynamic offense that is anchored by future Hall of Famer Aaron Judge, blasting 50+ homeruns for a 4th season in a row. There is no stopping Judge, and the only hope to contain him is. The Red Sox have the pitching to do just that. 

Star pitcher Garrett Grochet will get the game 1 start and has a great chance to silence the Bronx Bombers. But ultimately, I see the Yankees rallying behind their home crowd and winning this highly anticipated series in 3 games.

Another correct prediction. Do the Yankees have what it takes to rally and keep our hot takes alive? Stream the game and find out tonight.

Russell is a 22-year-old from Dallas, Texas, who recently graduated from Texas Tech University with a degree in Sports Journalism. He can talk about sports all day long and is also passionate about comedy and entertainment.