After a tough series in Detroit where their offense went cold, the New York Yankees are returning to Yankee Stadium, hoping the familiar surroundings will help spark their bats. The Yankees struggled at the plate, scoring just five runs in three games against the Tigers, despite facing a strong pitching staff that included AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal.
Now, the Yankees face another challenge in the form of the San Francisco Giants, who are off to their best start since 2003 at 9-3. The Giants are coming off a dramatic extra-inning win over the Reds, where Mike Yastrzemski hit a two-run homer in the 10th inning. Yastrzemski is off to a hot start, batting .344 on the season.
The Yankees, currently 7-5, will send Marcus Stroman to the mound for the opener of their three-game series, but they’ll be facing a tough trio of San Francisco pitchers: Robbie Ray (3.18 ERA), Jordan Hicks (2.38 ERA), and Logan Webb (1.89 ERA). After hitting 22 home runs during their opening homestand, New York’s offense has cooled significantly. With Aaron Judge (6 HR) leading the charge, the Yankees will need to rediscover their early-season power if they want to avoid a repeat of their struggles in Detroit.
This series isn’t just about bouncing back—it’s a critical test for the Yankees, especially with two former Cy Young winners and a perennial contender taking the mound for the Giants. While the weather in New York may be chilly, the stakes for this weekend’s games are anything but cold.
How to Watch Yankees vs. Giants Series:
- Friday (7:05 p.m. ET): Marcus Stroman vs. Robbie Ray
TV: YES and NBCS-BA | Stream: FuboTV (regional restrictions may apply) - Saturday (3:05 p.m. ET): Will Warren vs. Jordan Hicks
TV: FS1, YES, and NBCS-BA | Stream: FuboTV (regional restrictions may apply) - Sunday (1:35 p.m. ET): Carlos Rodón vs. Logan Webb
TV: YES and NBCS-BA+ | Stream: FuboTV (regional restrictions may apply)
New York Yankees vs. San Francisco Giants Injury Report
With Clarke Schmidt nearing his return to the rotation, possibly as soon as Tuesday or Wednesday against the Royals, the Yankees face a tough decision on who to drop from the rotation. Will it be Will Warren or Carlos Carrasco?
New York Yankees Injury Report:
- 10-Day IL: Giancarlo Stanton (Elbow), DJ LeMahieu (Calf)
- 15-Day IL: Clayton Beeter (Shoulder), Jonathan Loaisiga (Elbow), Scott Effross (Hamstring), Clarke Schmidt (Rotator cuff)
- 60-Day IL: Gerrit Cole (Elbow), Luis Gil (Back), JT Brubaker (Ribs), Jake Cousins (Elbow)
San Francisco Giants Injury Report:
- 10-Day IL: Jerar Encarnación (Finger)
- 60-Day IL: Tom Murphy (Back)
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