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Cam Schlittler credits Yankees scout after Red Sox overlooked him

In a rematch of last year’s Wild Card series matchup, the New York Yankees will once again be facing the Boston Red Sox in a three-game set to decide which team advances to the ALDS. MLB postseason seeding can be unforgiving; by virtue of winning the AL West, the Houston Astros earned the top seed […] The post Cam Schlittler credits Yankees scout after Red Sox overlooked him appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Why Yankees could be in prime position to win World Series if they eliminate Red Sox

Pitching matchups will be a major topic of conversation surrounding this week’s American League Wild Card Series between the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox. Phenoms such as presumptive American League Cy Young Award winner Cam Schlittler and rookie standout Payton Tolle are expected to make their presence felt in Game 1, but both […] The post Why Yankees could be in prime position to win World Series if they eliminate Red Sox appeared first on ClutchPoints .

This overlooked player will make or break Red Sox’s chances vs. Yankees in AL Wild Card round

The Boston Red Sox were in a battle with the Los Angeles Angels for the worst record in the American League as the 2026 season approached the halfway point. The Red Sox had just lost two of three games to the Colorado Rockies and they were on their way to getting buried as they prepared […] The post This overlooked player will make or break Red Sox’s chances vs. Yankees in AL Wild Card round appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Red Sox vs. Yankees: Wild Card Series Preview

For the second year in a row, and the third time since 2021, the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees play each other in the Wild Card Series. The most storied rivalry in sports, with countless heavyweight postseason bouts, gets up to three more opportunities to wow the baseball world. The season series went […] The post Red Sox vs. Yankees: Wild Card Series Preview appeared first on Just Baseball .

Aaron Judge Sighting For Yankees A Promising Sign Ahead of Wild Card Series

Aaron Judge is doing his best to try to convince the NY Yankees to put him in the lineup for Game 1 of their Wild Card series against the Boston Red Sox Tuesday night. Onlyl problem is, he hasn't played since straining his calf 12 days ago.  But there he was, on the field at Yankee Stadium on Monday, taking batting practice. Aaron Judge is trying to convince the Yankees that he can play tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/JFnFNa12Du — Boston Strong (@BostonStrong_34) September 28, 2026 It was the f...

Aaron Judge skips key test in final chance to convince NY Yankees before AL Wild Card vs Red Sox

Aaron Judge is determined to show he is healthy enough to play for the New York Yankees in the upcoming AL Wild Card series against the Boston Red Sox, but he might have let an unsurpassable chance slip through his fingers. Indeed, Aaron Judge was “making progress” as the New York Yankees prepared for the AL Wild Card series against the Boston Red Sox in the 2026 MLB postseason. However, Judge had yet to clear one obstacle to be activated for Game 1 : base running. With hours to go before th...

Jazz Chisholm Jr. warns NY Yankees, Aaron Boone about potential platoon decision vs Red Sox

As Aaron Boone and the New York Yankees must make a lineup decision about Jazz Chisholm Jr., the pending free agent sent his team a clear reminder. Aaron Boone and the New York Yankees have a lot on their plate ahead of the AL Wild Card series against the Boston Red Sox . With hours to go before the Bronx Bombers send in their MLB postseason roster, Jazz Chisholm Jr . added to the drama with a bold statement. Chisholm Jr., who caught heat from Boone after his first game back from the 10...

Yankees’ Aaron Judge taking batting practice is good news for Wild Card Series return

The New York Yankees are about to face the Boston Red Sox in a series in the 2026 MLB playoffs, as the fierce American League Division rivals begin their wild-card round series on Tuesday at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx. One big question for the Yankees heading into the Boston series is whether superstar slugger […] The post Yankees’ Aaron Judge taking batting practice is good news for Wild Card Series return appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Red Sox’s Chad Tracy shares Garrett Crochet injury update before AL Wild Card Series

The Boston Red Sox have been without Garrett Crochet for most of the season, as he’s been working his way back from inflammation in his left shoulder, along with a left lat strain. However, his return is seemingly nearing, and with the club set to take on the New York Yankees in the Wild Card […] The post Red Sox’s Chad Tracy shares Garrett Crochet injury update before AL Wild Card Series appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Ask Pinstripe Alley: Yankees mailbag questions request

Here we are, awaiting the start of another postseason run. The Yankees’ season could be over in the next two to three days, or it could take us on a journey through October with the chance to finally deliver that elusive 28th title. Their run will begin as it did last year in the Wild […]

Red Sox pitcher Payton Tolle gets Game 1 start in Wild Card Series vs. Yankees

The Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees will face off in the AL Wild Card Series this week. It is a rematch of the 2025 AL Wild Card Series that the Yankees won two games to one. Cam Schlittler won Game 3 of the series for the Yankees, and he will be on the […] The post Red Sox pitcher Payton Tolle gets Game 1 start in Wild Card Series vs. Yankees appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Yankees’ Aaron Judge gets injury update before AL Wild Card Series vs. Red Sox

The New York Yankees will be hosting the Boston Red Sox in the AL Wild Card Series, starting on Tuesday. Originally, it was expected that Yankees’ star Aaron Judge would be missing the series due to a right calf strain. Now, there is an update on Judge’s status, according to Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. “Aaron […] The post Yankees’ Aaron Judge gets injury update before AL Wild Card Series vs. Red Sox appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Cardinals Claim Chase Hampton

The Cardinals announced Monday that they’ve claimed right-hander Chase Hampton off waivers from the Nationals. Their 40-man roster now has 39 players. Washington designated Hampton for assignment Saturday, just two weeks after claiming him off waivers from the Yankees. Hampton just turned 25 last month. The 2022 sixth-rounder out of Texas Tech was Baseball America’s […]

The Yankees’ top defensive plays of September

While the Yankees were ultimately unable to overtake the Tampa Bay Rays for the American League East title and thus the AL’s number one seed, they put together a splendid month of September, finishing 15-8. They did so while navigating a roster that was often in flux, welcoming some players back from stays on the […]

Aaron Judge ‘making progress’ as NY Yankees prepare for Red Sox with Stanton, Grisham, Weathers uncertain

The 2026 MLB Postseason is finally here, but the New York Yankees face more questions than they would've liked, with Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, Trent Grisham, and Ryan Weathers all battling injuries. The clock is ticking. Aaron Boone and the New York Yankees have little time left before sending in the roster to face the Boston Red Sox in the AL Wild Card round of the 2026 MLB Postseason. Although the latest injury update around Aaron Judge is encouraging, uncertainty remains the name of...