The New York Yankees face the Boston Red Sox today for the first time in 2026, marking just their second matchup against a divisional rival this season. MLB’s 2023 schedule changes reduced divisional games from 19 to 13, promoting a more balanced approach but leaving some fans nostalgic for the intense rivalries of the past. While the new format allows for more interleague play and exposure to all teams, it sacrifices the familiarity and tension built through frequent divisional contests. Today’s game starts at 6:45 p.m. EST at Yankee Stadium and will be broadcast on YES Network, TBS, and NESN+.
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