Braves and Yankees face off in series finale at Yankee Stadium
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Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The Braves and Yankees are competing in the series finale at Yankee Stadium as of this afternoon. The Yankees aim for a three-game sweep against the NL East-leading Braves. Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. has been performing well since returning from injury, hitting five home runs in nine games. On the mound, Yankees' Cam Schlittler is set to face Braves' right-hander Grant Holmes. As the game progresses, the Yankees are currently 4.5 games behind the AL East-leading Rays and 1.5 games ahead of Boston in the AL wild card race.
- •Yankees seek a three-game sweep against the Braves.
- •Ronald Acuna Jr. has hit five home runs in nine games.
- •Cam Schlittler pitches for the Yankees against Grant Holmes.
- •Yankees trail the Rays by 4.5 games in the AL East.
- •Teams are playing at Yankee Stadium this afternoon.
- 4:57 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees vs. Braves live updates, score and analysis of today's game
"It's the series finale at Yankee Stadium, with the Yanks seeking a three-game sweep vs. the NL East-leading Atlanta Braves.
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