Yankees start eight left-handed hitters for Game 2 of AL Wild Card Series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 8:55 PM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
The New York Yankees have announced their lineup for Game 2 of the AL Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox, scheduled for September 30, 2026. This marks the first time in MLB postseason history that a team will start eight left-handed hitters. Ben Rice heads the batting order after his standout Game 1 performance, where he went 4-for-5 with two home runs and six RBIs. Max Fried will start on the mound for the Yankees as they look for a sweep. Game 2 is set to begin at 8 p.m. EST.
- •Yankees lineup features eight left-handed hitters for the first time in postseason.
- •Ben Rice leads off after a strong Game 1, including a grand slam.
- •Max Fried is confirmed as the starting pitcher for Game 2.
- •Game 2 is scheduled for 8 p.m. EST on September 30, 2026.
- 8:55 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees announce record-breaking lineup for AL Wild Card Series Game 2
"The Yankees are starting eight lefties for the first time in MLB postseason history.
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