Red Sox, Yankees Set Rosters for 2026 Wild Card Series
Key players like Aaron Judge and Garrett Crochet are included as the historic rivals prepare to face off in the postseason.
The Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees have finalized their 26-man rosters for the upcoming American League Wild Card Series, set to begin Tuesday night at Yankee Stadium. This marks the seventh postseason meeting between the two storied franchises and the second consecutive year they will clash in the playoffs.
The rosters include pivotal players for both teams, with questions surrounding the availability of some key talent. For the Yankees, superstar outfielder Aaron Judge is on the roster despite dealing with a calf strain. Designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton is also set to play. For the Red Sox, ace pitcher Garrett Crochet is slated to return to the mound after a five-month absence due to a shoulder injury.
Boston Red Sox Wild Card Roster: Pitchers: Brayan Bello, Jake Bennett, Arolis Chapman, Garrett Crochet, Alec Gamboa, Sonny Gray, Erik Miller, Wyatt Olds, Ranger Suárez, Payton Tolle, Greg Weissert, Garrett Whitlock Catchers: Adley Rutschman, Connor Wong Infielders: Willson Contreras, Caleb Durbin, Isiah Kiner-Falefa, Andruw Monasterio, Trevor Story Outfielders: Wilyer Abreu, Roman Anthony, Jarren Duren, Ceddanne Rafaela, Jahmai Jones Utility: Nate Eaton, Nick Sogard
New York Yankees Wild Card Roster: Pitchers: David Bednar, Paul Blackburn, Gerrit Cole, Max Fried, Brent Headrick, Carlos Rodón, Cam Schlittler, John Schreiber, Will Warren, Ryan Yarbrough Catchers: Ali Sánchez, Austin Wells Infielders: José Caballero, Jazz Chisholm Jr., Luis García Jr., Paul Goldschmidt, George Lombard Jr., Ryan McMahon, Ben Rice, Amed Rosario, Anthony Volpe Outfielders/Designated Hitter: Cody Bellinger, Trent Grisham, Spencer Jones, Heliot Ramos, Giancarlo Stanton