Yankees outline potential pitching rotation for Wild Card Series against Red Sox
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 12:37 AM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
The New York Yankees, preparing for a potential Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox, are expected to start Cam Schlittler in Game 1. Manager Aaron Boone indicated that Gerrit Cole would be expected to start at least one of the games, while Max Fried is likely to pitch in Game 2. Cole's recent struggles, including issues with home runs, may influence the decision on whether he pitches earlier in the series. The Yankees have an opportunity to align their starting pitchers based on the regular season's conclusion.
- •Yankees face Red Sox in potential Wild Card Round.
- •Cam Schlittler likely starts Game 1 for the Yankees.
- •Max Fried is expected to pitch in Game 2.
- •Gerrit Cole anticipated to start Game 3 if necessary.
- •Yankees will finalize rotation after regular season concludes.
- 12:37 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees Reveal Who Third Starter Would Be For Potential Red Sox Wild Card Series Matchup
"The New York Yankees Could end up facing the Boston Red Sox in the Wild Card Round
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