Yankees host Red Sox in doubleheader featuring Rodón and Bennett
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 4:35 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026

The New York Yankees face the Boston Red Sox today, August 29, in a doubleheader at Yankee Stadium, starting at 1:05 PM ET. Carlos Rodón is set to pitch for the Yankees in the first game, having an inconsistent season with a limited innings count recently. Jake Bennett will start for the Red Sox, known for his unique pitching style that minimizes home runs. The Yankees won the first game of the series last night by a tight 1-0 score, aiming to build on that momentum in today's games.
- •First pitch is scheduled for 1:05 PM ET
- •Yankees won the prior game 1-0
- •Carlos Rodón pitches the first game for New York
- •Jake Bennett starts for Boston, noted for his run prevention
- •Yankees lineup changes include Spencer Jones and Ali Sánchez
- 4:35 PMYahoo Sports — New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox: Carlos Rodón vs. Jake Bennett
"The Yankees play two today. Let’s start it with a bang?
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