It’s the Tampa Bay Rays versus the New York Yankees at TBD on October 8, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Location: Yankee Stadium
- TV Channels: TBS, TBS West, truTV, UniMas West and UNIMAS TELEVISIO(WUTF)
- Streaming: HBO Max
- League Package: MLB Extra Innings®
How to Watch Tampa Bay Rays vs. New York Yankees on October 8, 2026
You can watch the New York Yankees take on the Tampa Bay Rays live on DIRECTV on HBO Max, TBS, TBS West, truTV, UniMas West and UNIMAS TELEVISIO(WUTF) on October 8, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET.
Tampa Bay Rays (98-64) at New York Yankees (93-68) — Game Preview
The Tampa Bay Rays (98-64) head to face the New York Yankees (93-68) on October 8, with the Rays leading the division and the Yankees trailing by 4.5 games. Tampa Bay holds the edge on the mound with a 1.67 ERA, while New York’s offense shows a higher batting average at .238 and more home runs, totaling six to Tampa Bay’s three.
Junior Caminero leads the Rays with 42 home runs and 101 RBIs from the third base spot, while Ben Rice counters for the Yankees, hitting .264 with 41 homers and 97 RBIs of his own as the designated hitter. Yandy Díaz adds depth to Tampa Bay’s lineup with a .293 average and 22 home runs, whereas Luis García Jr. supports New York with a .277 average and 30 homers from first base.
Even though both teams have strong lineups, the Yankees face challenges with Aaron Judge on the 10-day IL due to a right calf strain, while the Rays manage without several key players, including Shane McClanahan who is out with left forearm soreness. The Yankees will aim to capitalize on their home run advantage to close the gap in the standings.
Regional Coverage
UniMas West and UNIMAS TELEVISIO(WUTF)
National TV
TBS, TBS West and truTV
Streaming
HBO Max
League Packages
What Time is the Tampa Bay Rays vs. New York Yankees Game Today?
The Tampa Bay Rays vs. New York Yankees game starts at 8:00 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch Tampa Bay Rays vs. New York Yankees?
You can watch Tampa Bay Rays vs. New York Yankees on HBO Max, TBS, TBS West, truTV, your local regional sports network, UniMas West, UNIMAS TELEVISIO(WUTF) and MLB Extra Innings®.
Players to Watch: Tampa Bay Rays vs. New York Yankees
Tampa Bay Rays
Junior Caminero — 3B. Junior Caminero drives the Rays’ offense from the third base spot, hitting .276 with 42 home runs and 101 RBIs. His .360 on-base percentage complements a .524 slugging mark, contributing to a robust .884 OPS. Caminero’s 100 runs scored demonstrate his ability to consistently impact the game.
Yandy Díaz — DH. Yandy Díaz provides a steady presence as the designated hitter, batting .293 with 22 home runs and 85 RBIs. His .359 on-base percentage pairs with a .446 slugging percentage, resulting in an .805 OPS. Díaz’s 93 runs scored add to his value in the Rays’ lineup.
Victor Mesa Jr. — RF. Victor Mesa Jr. contributes from right field, hitting .260 with 14 home runs and 34 RBIs. He maintains a .327 on-base percentage and a .498 slugging percentage, leading to an .825 OPS. Mesa’s nine stolen bases highlight his versatility on the field.
New York Yankees
Ben Rice — DH. Ben Rice anchors the Yankees’ lineup as the designated hitter, batting .264 with 41 home runs and 97 RBIs. His .363 on-base percentage supports a .534 slugging mark, yielding an impressive .897 OPS. Rice’s 105 runs scored underline his importance to New York’s offensive efforts.
Luis García Jr. — 1B. From first base, Luis García Jr. hits .277 with 30 home runs and 92 RBIs for the Yankees. His .309 on-base percentage and .521 slugging percentage combine for an .830 OPS. García’s five stolen bases add another dimension to his game.
Cody Bellinger — LF. Cody Bellinger provides versatility from left field, batting .264 with 17 home runs and 73 RBIs. His .338 on-base percentage pairs with a .429 slugging percentage for a .767 OPS. Bellinger’s 12 stolen bases showcase his speed and agility.
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