It’s the New York Yankees versus the Minnesota Twins at Target Field on September 16, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 1:40 PM ET
- Location: Target Field, Minneapolis, MN
- TV Channels: YES Network, MLB Minnesota Twins
- Streaming: Twins.TV
- League Package: MLB Extra Innings®
How to Watch New York Yankees vs. Minnesota Twins on September 16, 2026
You can watch the Minnesota Twins take on the New York Yankees live on DIRECTV on Twins.TV, YES Network and MLB Minnesota Twins on September 16, 2026 at 1:40 PM ET.
New York Yankees (88-63) at Minnesota Twins (70-81) — Game Preview
The New York Yankees, at 88-63, visit the Minnesota Twins, sitting at 70-81, at Target Field on September 16, 2026. New York’s pitching staff carries a 3.21 team ERA this season while Minnesota’s sits at 4.70, a gap that has shaped both clubs’ places in the standings. Ben Rice has emerged as the engine of the Yankees offense, hitting .262 with 38 home runs and 92 RBIs from the designated hitter spot. Minnesota counters with Luke Keaschall, who is hitting .276 with a .370 on-base percentage from second base.
Cody Bellinger adds another dimension for New York at .272 with a .443 slugging percentage in left field, while Josh Bell has driven in 87 runs with 20 home runs as Minnesota’s primary designated hitter. New York sits 3.5 games back in the American League East as the postseason picture continues to take shape, while Minnesota is 21.5 games behind and 7 games out in the American League Central with the regular season winding down.
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YES Network, MLB Minnesota Twins
Streaming
Twins.TV
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What Time is the New York Yankees vs. Minnesota Twins Game Today?
The New York Yankees vs. Minnesota Twins game starts at 1:40 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch New York Yankees vs. Minnesota Twins?
You can watch New York Yankees vs. Minnesota Twins on Twins.TV, your local regional sports network, YES Network, MLB Minnesota Twins and MLB Extra Innings®.
New York Yankees Channel on DIRECTV
You can watch the Yankees on YES Network (Channel 631).
Minnesota Twins Channel on DIRECTV
You can watch the Twins on MLB Minnesota Twins (Channel 668).
Players to Watch: New York Yankees vs. Minnesota Twins
New York Yankees
Ben Rice — DH. Rice has turned into a primary power threat for the Yankees at designated hitter, hitting .262 with 38 home runs and 92 RBIs this season. His slugging numbers keep him at the heart of New York’s order every time he steps to the plate.
Cody Bellinger — LF. Bellinger patrols left field for the Yankees and is hitting .272 with a .443 slugging percentage. His .347 on-base percentage gives New York’s lineup another table-setting option ahead of the middle of the order.
Aaron Judge — RF. Judge holds down a top-of-the-order spot in right field for the Yankees, reaching base at a .363 clip to go with a .515 slugging percentage this season. He pairs 18 home runs with that on-base mark, giving New York patience and power at the same spot in the lineup.
Minnesota Twins
Luke Keaschall — 2B. Keaschall handles second base for the Twins and is hitting .276 this season. His .370 on-base percentage keeps him near the top of Minnesota’s lineup as a table-setter.
Kody Clemens — 2B. Clemens supplies pop for Minnesota, hitting .241 with 26 home runs and 76 RBIs this season. He gives the Twins a steady power bat out of the middle infield as Minnesota looks ahead to next season.
Josh Bell — DH. Bell serves as Minnesota’s primary designated hitter and has driven in 87 runs to go with 20 home runs this season. His .253 average rounds out a middle-of-the-order profile built more on production than pure contact this season.
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