Game result and context
New York Yankees defeat Boston Red Sox 9-2 in 2026 AL Wild Card Series
The New York Yankees defeated the Boston Red Sox 9-2 on September 30, 2026, to win the AL Wild Card Series 2-0. Cody Bellinger and Luis García Jr. led the Yankees' offense with home runs, while Max Fried earned the win.
Final result
The New York Yankees defeated the Boston Red Sox 9-2 on September 30, 2026. With this victory, the Yankees finished the AL Wild Card Series with a 2-0 record, while the Red Sox concluded the series at 0-2.
How the game changed
The game remained close through the early innings, with the Yankees holding a 2-0 lead after five frames. The contest shifted decisively in the bottom of the sixth inning when the Yankees scored six runs to extend their lead to 8-1. This offensive outburst provided the necessary cushion to secure the win and the series victory.
Key performances
Cody Bellinger paced the Yankees' offense, going 2-for-5 with a home run and four RBIs. Luis García Jr. also contributed significantly, recording three hits in five at-bats, including a home run and one RBI. Austin Wells added two RBIs for New York.
Max Fried earned the win for the Yankees, pitching 6.0 innings and allowing one earned run while striking out six batters. For the Red Sox, Willson Contreras and Nick Sogard each hit a solo home run in the losing effort.
Season and playoff context
This game served as the second and final game of the 2026 AL Wild Card Series. By winning this game, the New York Yankees clinched the series 2-0, eliminating the Boston Red Sox from the postseason.