Yankees advance to ALDS after defeating Red Sox in Wild Card

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Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Yankees advance to ALDS after defeating Red Sox in Wild Card
Summary

The New York Yankees advanced to the American League Division Series after defeating the Boston Red Sox 9-2 in Game 2 of the AL Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium. This victory secured a sweep over the Red Sox. The Yankees will face the Tampa Bay Rays, who claimed the AL East title, in the best-of-five ALDS beginning shortly. The Yankees are set to host Games 3 and 4 at home in this upcoming series.

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  • •Yankees win 9-2 against Red Sox in Game 2 of Wild Card Series
  • •Yankees sweep Boston to advance to ALDS
  • •Next match is against the Tampa Bay Rays
  • •Yankees will host Games 3 and 4 in the ALDS
  • •Tickets for Yankees playoff games are available now
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