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American League Wild Card Series
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The Boston Red Sox have activated pitcher Garrett Crochet and finalized their roster for the American League Wild Card Series against the New York Yankees. The news, reported by The Athletic and the New York Times, comes as MLB's postseason begins, with the historic Boston–New York rivalry adding extra attention to the matchup.
- 2White Sox Face Astros in AL Wild Card Game 1▼White Sox-Astros AL Wild Card Series Game 1 FAQ (5 ET, Peacock/NBCSN)
The Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros open their American League Wild Card Series on Tuesday at 5 p.m. ET, with coverage on Peacock and NBCSN. Fans are checking game times, pitching matchups and broadcast details ahead of the first postseason meeting between the two clubs, as MLB's expanded playoff format begins.
- 3Blubaugh to start Astros' Wild Card Game 1 opener▼Blubaugh to open Wild Card Game 1 for Astros; Brown expected to start Game 2
The Houston Astros have named Blubaugh as their starting pitcher for Game 1 of the American League Wild Card Series, with Hunter Brown expected to take the mound for Game 2. The announcement sets the rotation for Houston's postseason opener as the club begins its playoff run.
- 4White Sox and Astros open AL Wild Card Series▼White Sox-Astros AL Wild Card Series Game 1 FAQ, lineups (5 ET, Peacock/NBCSN)
The Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros begin their American League Wild Card Series with Game 1 at 5 p.m. ET, broadcast on Peacock and NBCSN. The matchup marks the start of Major League Baseball's expanded postseason, with fans discussing lineups, pitching decisions and how the new three-game format could shape each team's October run.
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Former MVP Joey Votto stirred up fans by predicting the Boston Red Sox will beat the New York Yankees in their American League Wild Card Series. His remarks add spice to the latest chapter of baseball's fiercest rivalry, and Yankees fans are debating the roster manager Aaron Boone will carry into the best-of-three postseason matchup in New York.
- 6Red Sox and Yankees Meet in AL Wild Card Series Game 1▼Red Sox-Yankees AL Wild Card Series Game 1 FAQ (8 ET, NBC/Peacock)
The Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees open their American League Wild Card Series in Game 1, scheduled for 8 p.m. ET with coverage on NBC and Peacock. MLB.com has published an FAQ previewing the playoff matchup, covering how to watch and key storylines. The longtime rivals meeting in the postseason is drawing wide attention from baseball fans as October baseball begins.
- 7White Sox Host Astros in AL Wild Card Series Opener▼White Sox-Astros AL Wild Card Series Game 1 FAQ (Tues., 5 ET, Peacock/NBCSN)
The Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros open the American League Wild Card Series on Tuesday at 5 p.m. ET, with coverage on Peacock and NBCSN. MLB.com published a fan FAQ covering how to watch, the matchup details, and what to know before first pitch as the postseason begins.
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Fans are searching for today's MLB playoff slate as the Wild Card Series gets underway. Coverage centers on the American League matchup between the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox, with predictions split, and on whether the Philadelphia Phillies can find an offensive spark in their National League series. Analysts and fans are weighing in on which teams will advance to the next round.
- 9Stanton, Grisham named to Yankees Wild Card Series roster▼Stanton, Grisham make Yankees' Wild Card Series roster
Giancarlo Stanton and Trent Grisham have been included on the New York Yankees' roster for their American League Wild Card Series. Stanton's status had been a question mark heading into the postseason, and his availability gives the lineup a significant power boost as New York begins its playoff run.
- 10White Sox set roster for AL Wild Card Series against Astros●White Sox release roster for their Wild Card Series vs. the Astros https://www. mlb.com/news/white-sox-2026-al -wild-car
The Chicago White Sox have announced their 26-player roster for the American League Wild Card Series against the Houston Astros, with Game 1 scheduled for Tuesday in Houston. The club finalized its pitching staff and position player group ahead of the postseason opener, and the announcement is drawing attention from fans following the playoff matchup.
- 11Garrett Crochet named to Red Sox Wild Card Series roster▼Crochet is on Red Sox's Wild Card Series roster
Left-hander Garrett Crochet is on the Boston Red Sox roster for their American League Wild Card Series. The inclusion of their ace confirms he will be available for the best-of-three playoff series, and fans are weighing whether he could start Game 1 or be held back for later rounds as Boston opens its postseason run.
- 12White Sox reveal Wild Card Series roster against Astros▼White Sox release roster for their Wild Card Series vs. the Astros
The Chicago White Sox have announced their roster for the American League Wild Card Series against the Houston Astros. The list confirms which players will be available as the club opens the postseason, including pitching and position player selections. Fans and analysts are reviewing the choices, weighing matchup decisions and any notable omissions ahead of the first playoff game.
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The Boston Red Sox have finalized their roster for the American League Wild Card Series as the MLB postseason gets underway. The announcement confirms which pitchers and position players will be available for the best-of-three playoff round, with fans and analysts weighing in on the selections and potential lineup choices heading into the series.
- 14Stanton, Grisham named to Yankees' Wild Card roster●Stanton, Grisham make Yankees' Wild Card Series roster https://www. mlb.com/news/yankees-2026-al-w ild-card-series-roste
The New York Yankees have set their roster for the American League Wild Card Series, including designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton and outfielder Trent Grisham. The news comes with a significant caveat: star outfielder Aaron Judge will not be available for the series, leaving the lineup without its biggest bat as the club enters the postseason.
- 15Aaron Judge's status for AL Wild Card Series in doubt with calf injury●Will Aaron Judge play in AL Wild Card Series? Here's the latest on calf injury
New York Yankees star Aaron Judge is dealing with a calf injury ahead of the American League Wild Card Series, and his availability for the postseason opener remains uncertain. MLB.com reports the latest on his condition, but the extent of the injury and whether he will be in the lineup has not been confirmed, leaving fans awaiting an update before the series begins.
- 16White Sox head to Houston for playoff series against Astros●Can you believe the White Sox are in Houston for a playoff series? They can https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7641844/202
The Chicago White Sox are in Houston for an American League Wild Card playoff series against the Astros, a matchup few expected given the White Sox's recent struggles. The Athletic's coverage frames the club's return to the postseason as remarkable, noting that while outsiders may find it hard to believe, the players themselves have no doubts about belonging there.