What is the New York Yankees record in 2026?

The New York Yankees are 59-45, 2nd in the AL East.

Who is pitching for the Yankees today?

Will Warren (7-4, 4.00 ERA) vs Cristopher Sánchez (12-4, 2.65 ERA). First pitch at 07:20 PM EDT.

What channel is the Yankees game on today?

Today's game airs on NBC/Peacock, NBC/Peacock. First pitch at 07:20 PM EDT.

New York Yankees News & Updates

July 26, 2026

The New York Yankees were 59-45, 2nd in the AL East. Yesterday, the New York Yankees handled the Philadelphia Phillies 3-1 at Citizens Bank Park.

Yankees Daily Vibe Check

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Warm

a hot week

Comfortable territory. 5 wins in 7 games. The week's been good. Add in 2.7 RA/G over the last 7. The arms are doing their part.

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Yankees Game on July 26

Opponent:	Philadelphia Phillies (56-49)
Location:	Citizens Bank Park
First Pitch:	07:20 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Will Warren (7-4, 4.00 ERA) vs Cristopher Sánchez (12-4, 2.65 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	NBC/Peacock, NBC/Peacock
Forecast:	☀️ Clear sky, 67°F, Wind 1 mph

Yankees Score & Recap

Yesterday, the New York Yankees handled the Philadelphia Phillies 3-1 at Citizens Bank Park.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	0	0	1	0	0	1	1	0	0	3	7	0
	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	7	2

Highlights

Jasson Domínguez went 1-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.

Yankees Record & Standings

AL East

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Rays	61	43	.587		W2
Yankees	59	45	.567	2.0	W3
Red Sox	53	50	.515	7.5	L1
Orioles	51	54	.486	10.5	W1
Blue Jays	48	57	.457	13.5	W1

New York Yankees are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +2 run differential.

Yankees Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
22 Ben Rice	30	.271	.936	71
35 Cody Bellinger	11	.259	.770	53
48 Paul Goldschmidt	16	.259	.802	43

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
47 Brent Headrick	5-1	1.38	1.08	52.0
31 Cam Schlittler	10-6	2.07	0.93	130.1
63 Fernando Cruz	4-4	2.51	1.33	43.0

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
28 Austin Wells	4 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .571 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
31 Cam Schlittler	7.1 IP, 12 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
53 David Bednar	2 SV, 3.0 IP, 0 ER in 3 recent games
58 Paul Blackburn	6.1 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games

Yankees News

Cody Bellinger's hamstring tightness looms large over the Yankees after a tense 1-0 victory against the Phillies, where every inch matters. Bellinger, who was removed in the eighth inning, has been a key player in recent games and his potential absence could amplify the struggles of a battered roster already missing Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton. The Yankees are reportedly eyeing Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams for a trade, indicating a proactive approach as the trade deadline nears. Meanwhile, the catching situation remains dire, with Austin Wells underperforming offensively, a potential move for Tyler Stephenson could be on the table to shore up a weak lineup. As the Yankees sit at 58-45, they need to keep their momentum while managing injuries, or risk letting this warm week slip away.

Sources

Mlbtraderumors

AL East Notes: Bellinger, Suarez, Bassitt, Basallo, Matz

Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger was removed in the bottom of the eighth inning against the Phillies on Saturday with a hamstring injury. He’s set to undergo testing. Bellinger downplayed the issue after the game. “It just feels a little tight,” Bellinger told reporters, relayed by Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. “I really don’t think it’s anything […]

Mlbtraderumors

Yankees, Brewers Have Shown Interest In CJ Abrams

Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams has drawn some trade interest from the Yankees and is “expected to” get some interest from the Brewers as well, as per The Athletic’s Spencer Nusbaum and Will Sammon. Milwaukee reportedly also looked into acquiring Abrams from Washington last offseason, Nusbaum/Sammon write, but talks went nowhere due to the very high […]

MLB.com

Bellinger to get tested for hamstring injury, hopeful he won't need IL stint

PHILADELPHIA – The Yankees have spent the summer without several of their bold-faced stars on the active roster. Aaron Judge remains in limbo as he waits for his fractured right rib to heal, and Giancarlo Stanton is moving slowly in his running progression after a pair of right calf strains.

MLB.com

Everything you need to know about 2026 HOF inductions

Two of the greatest outfielders of their generation and the best power-hitting second baseman in MLB history are just about ready to have their day in Cooperstown. Carlos Beltrán, Andruw Jones and Jeff Kent will be enshrined in the National Baseball Hall of Fame today. Here is everything you need

Pinstripe Alley

Yankees potential trade target: Tyler Stephenson

The Yankees’ catching situation is one of the worst in baseball. Austin Wells has developed into an excellent framer and a solid defensive player overall, but he just can’t seem to produce anything offensively. It’s incredibly frustrating how one of the most promising prospects in the early 2020s and a Rookie of the Year finalist […]

Pinstripe Alley

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Doug Drabek

Good news: the Yankees acquired a future Cy Young Award winner as the Player To Be Named Later in a deal in 1984 that sent their 31-year-old veteran first baseman to the Chicago White Sox. Bad news: the Yankees traded said Cy Young winner away long before he won the greatest accolade of his career. […]

Yankees Upcoming Schedule

The New York Yankees visit the Chicago White Sox for a 4-game series starting Monday.

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