Yankees and Red Sox set rosters for MLB wild card series

What we know

1 The Yankees and Red Sox are playing a best-of-three AL wild card series.

2 Both teams announced their 26-man rosters for the series.

3 The series was reported to start Tuesday, according to Yahoo Sports.

The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox announced their 26-man rosters for the 2026 American League wild card series, according to multiple outlets.

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The best-of-three series begins Tuesday, according to Yahoo Sports.

Coverage across outlets previewed the matchup, with some focusing on roster construction and others on the broader storylines surrounding the series.

How each side covered it

Left

1 outlet

USA Today framed the series as bringing October postseason drama to New York City.

“Yankees vs. Red Sox playoff series brings October drama to NYC” — USA Today

Center

1 outlet

Yahoo Sports detailed the Red Sox's full 26-man roster for the wild card round.
Reports noted the series is a best-of-three format starting Tuesday.

“The Red Sox face the Yankees in a best-of-three starting Tuesday.” — Yahoo Sports

Right

3 outlets

Fox News and Fox Sports both reported the official roster announcements for both teams.
New York Post's coverage previewed challenges the Red Sox present for the Yankees and vice versa.
New York Post also covered a separate press conference by Mets executive David Stearns.

“Red Sox, Yankees Unveil Rosters For 2026 MLB Wild Card Series” — Fox News

Questions readers ask

What is happening between the Yankees and Red Sox?

The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox are facing off in a best-of-three American League wild card series, with both teams announcing their 26-man rosters.

When does the series start?

According to Yahoo Sports, the series begins Tuesday.

What did left- and right-leaning outlets focus on?

Left-leaning outlets, per USA Today, emphasized the dramatic atmosphere of the rivalry in New York, while right-leaning outlets like Fox News and Fox Sports focused on the roster announcements and matchup previews.

Sources · 5 outlet reports

USA TodayLeft-leaningYankees vs. Red Sox playoff series brings October drama to NYC
Yahoo SportsCenterWhat channel is Yankees vs. Red Sox on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch AL Wild Card Game 1
Fox NewsRight-leaningRed Sox, Yankees Unveil Rosters For 2026 MLB Wild Card Series
Fox SportsRight-leaningRed Sox, Yankees Unveil Rosters For 2026 MLB Wild Card Series
New York PostRight-leaningAL Wild Card matchups: Who has edge between the Yankees and Red Sox

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