Game result and context
New York Yankees defeat Boston Red Sox 9-2 in 2026 regular season matchup
The New York Yankees defeated the Boston Red Sox 9-2 on August 29, 2026, behind a strong offensive performance that included a five-run eighth inning.
Final result
The New York Yankees defeated the Boston Red Sox with a final score of 9-2. The game was played on August 29, 2026, as the third game of a four-game regular season series.
How the game changed
The Yankees broke the game open in the bottom of the eighth inning, scoring five runs to pull away from the Red Sox. Prior to that, the Yankees held a 4-1 lead after scoring three runs in the third inning and one in the sixth. The Red Sox were limited to two runs on the night, with their only scoring coming from a solo home run by Nick Sogard in the third inning.
Key performances
Ben Rice led the Yankees' offense, contributing three RBIs on two hits in five at-bats. Luis García Jr. added three hits and one RBI, while Austin Wells drove in two runs. Amed Rosario also recorded two hits and one RBI for New York. On the mound, Max Fried pitched 3.2 innings for the Yankees, allowing one earned run and striking out four batters. Nick Sogard provided the lone home run for the Red Sox.
Season and playoff context
Following this result, the New York Yankees hold a record of 77-59. The Boston Red Sox move to 74-62 on the season. This game was part of a regular season series and did not carry playoff implications.