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Here’s where to watch Yankees vs. Red Sox AL Wild Card Game 1 for free

The American League postseason opens with a familiar divisional rivalry as the New York Yankees host the Boston Red Sox in the opening game of their best-of-three Wild Card series. Pitcher Cam Schlittler takes the mound for the Yankees, while Payton Tolle starts for the opposing Red Sox in an 8 p.m.

ET matchup broadcast on NBC. Both teams face significant roster hurdles as the series gets underway.

New York enters without captain Aaron Judge due to a calf strain, though Giancarlo Stanton and Trent Grisham both return straight from the injured list. Boston welcomes back pitcher Garrett Crochet following a lengthy absence caused by a shoulder injury sustained back in April.

Cord-cutters looking to view the contest without a traditional cable package can utilize a free trial through services such as DIRECTV or Peacock Premium.

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