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MLB Playoffs: Red Sox vs. Yankees Wild Card Today!
30 Sep
Summary
- Red Sox vs. Yankees Wild Card Game 1 starts September 29 at 5 p.m. ET.
- Watch the game on NBC, Peacock, or various live TV streaming services.
- Multiple streaming services offer free trial periods for viewing.
As the MLB postseason begins, baseball fans can tune into the Wild Card Series starting September 29. The Boston Red Sox will face the New York Yankees in Game 1 at Yankee Stadium, with the game scheduled for 5 p.m. ET. This crucial matchup will be broadcast on NBC and Peacock.
Those without traditional cable can access the game through numerous live TV streaming services, including DirecTV, Fubo, and YouTube TV. Many of these services provide free trial options, offering a way to watch the game at no cost. Walmart+ also presents a workaround for accessing Peacock content through a low-cost trial.
The expanded 2026 MLB playoff schedule features 12 teams. The Wild Card Series is a best-of-three format, leading into the best-of-five Division Series starting October 3. The Championship Series and World Series will follow as best-of-seven contests, determining the league and overall champions.
Viewers can stream postseason games across various networks and platforms. NBC, NBCSN, and Peacock will air Wild Card Series games. Later rounds will be available on TBS, TruTV, Fox, and FS1, with the World Series broadcast on Fox and Fox One. MLB.TV subscribers can watch later rounds but require authentication through a pay TV provider.
