The New York Yankees are gearing up for another season, aiming to add to their impressive legacy of 27 World Series titles and 41 Fall Classic appearances. As Opening Day approaches on March 26, the Yankees are set to kick off the season with a unique pre-Opening Day game, showcasing a schedule that promises to be unlike any other.
The Yankees continue to be a major draw, thanks to their explosive style of play. Last season, they led the league with 274 home runs, a testament to their powerhouse lineup.
At the heart of this lineup is Aaron Judge, a player who needs no introduction. With seven All-Star appearances and three AL MVP awards, Judge remains a force to be reckoned with, combining power and precision at the plate.
But the Yankees' firepower doesn't stop with Judge. Cody Bellinger, Jazz Chisholm Jr., Ryan McMahon, and Giancarlo Stanton add depth to the batting order, while the pitching staff is bolstered by Max Fried and the anticipated return of Gerrit Cole from injury.
For fans eager to catch the action, most Yankees games will be broadcast on YES, their regional sports network. While YES is part of some TV packages, others might need the Gotham Sports App to tune in. Local fans should note that blackout rules apply to MLB.TV for regionally televised games, making an RSN subscription a valuable investment, especially with top-notch commentary from Michael Kay.
The Yankees' fanbase extends far beyond New York, and those outside the local market can watch games on MLB.TV. Season ticket holders and T-Mobile customers can enjoy MLB.TV access as part of their packages, and there's connectivity through fubo as well.
The season opener on March 25 will see the Yankees face the San Francisco Giants in a groundbreaking broadcast by Netflix, marking the platform's first foray into live MLB coverage. This game is part of Netflix's expanding sports portfolio, which includes other high-profile events.
This year, ESPN shifts its focus from Sunday Night Baseball to 30 midweek games, with the Yankees' first appearance on May 25 against the Kansas City Royals. ABC will still feature some Sunday games, including a classic Yankees-Red Sox rivalry on June 27.
Apple TV is stepping into the baseball arena with Friday Night Baseball doubleheaders, featuring the Yankees in a Subway Series clash with the Mets on May 15. Meanwhile, Fox's "Baseball Night in America" will cover key matchups, including a Yankees-Giants game on March 28 and a Subway Series game on May 16.
FS1 will offer occasional Saturday afternoon games and other weekday slots, with the Yankees' first FS1 appearance set for June 8 against the Cleveland Guardians. MLB Network will also air select games, including a Yankees-Red Sox matchup on April 22 and back-to-back games against the Blue Jays in May.
NBC is reviving its MLB coverage after 25 years, taking over Sunday Night Baseball and offering a slate of prime-time and afternoon games. The Yankees' first NBC game will be another showdown with the Red Sox on June 28, while Peacock will handle Sunday noon games.
With a packed schedule and multiple broadcasting options, Yankees fans have plenty of ways to follow their team as they chase another championship.