How to watch Yankees vs. Rays in ALDS
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Key Points:
- The Yankees secured their eighth AL Division Series appearance in the past decade by defeating the Red Sox in the Wild Card Series, marking their third consecutive ALDS trip.
- In 2026, the Yankees, preseason AL East favorites, were again edged out by the Rays for the division title, forcing them to survive the Wild Card round against Boston.
- The upcoming ALDS between the Yankees and Rays is only their second postseason meeting, with the previous 2020 series played without fans due to COVID-19; this time, games will feature live audiences, including the Yankees' first postseason visit to Tropicana Field.
- Gerrit Cole is expected to start Game 1 for the Yankees against Rays ace Drew Rasmussen, with Cam Schlittler likely starting Game 2; Aaron Judge's availability remains uncertain.
- Further details and broadcast information for the best-of-five ALDS series will be provided in the coming days.
