Red Sox adjust lineup for Game 1 of doubleheader against Yankees
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 2:13 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
The Boston Red Sox made multiple changes to their lineup for Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. Interim manager Chad Tracy hopes to spark an offense that has struggled, with back-to-back shutouts preceding this game. Jahmai Jones leads off as the designated hitter, with Ceddanne Rafaela batting second and playing center field. The team is looking to end their offensive drought after a 1-0 loss on Friday, in which they had only two hits. Jake Bennett is set to start on the mound for Boston as they aim to improve their position in the standings, currently trailing the Yankees by three games.
- •Red Sox make lineup changes ahead of Game 1 against Yankees
- •Jahmai Jones leads off as designated hitter
- •Boston's offense struggled in previous games, scoring no runs
- •Jake Bennett is the starting pitcher for Game 1
- •Red Sox are three games behind Yankees in standings
- 2:13 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Shake Up Lineup for Game 1 After Back-to-Back Shutouts
"The Red Sox made several significant lineup changes for Game 1 of Saturday’s doubleheader as they attempt to end an alarming offensive drought against the Yankees.
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