A High-Stakes Showdown: Yankees vs. Phillies Clash in Philadelphia
Baseball fans, mark your calendars! One of the most anticipated matchups of the season is here as the New York Yankees travel to Philadelphia to take on the Philadelphia Phillies. Both teams enter this weekend series as powerhouse contenders, currently sitting second in their respective divisions and firmly entrenched in the postseason race.
After a challenging stretch since the All-Star break—including tough series losses to the Dodgers—both clubs are eager to prove they have what it takes to dominate in October. For the Phillies, this is a chance to regain momentum after a gritty series against the Mets. For the Yankees, it’s about stabilizing a rotation that has seen significant shuffling recently.
Who’s Taking the Mound?
The pitching matchup sets the stage for a thrilling opener at Citizens Bank Park:
- Philadelphia Phillies: Sending Jesus Luzardo (9-4, 3.43 ERA) to the mound, looking to anchor the home team’s defense.
- New York Yankees: Countering with Will Warren (7-4, 4.03 ERA) as the Bronx Bombers continue to optimize their starting rotation.
📺 How to Watch Yankees vs. Phillies Today
If you are looking for the game on traditional cable, you won’t find it. This marquee matchup is an MLB Friday Night Baseball exclusive.
- TV Channel: None
- Live Stream: Apple TV App
- Date: Friday, July 24
- First Pitch: 6:45 p.m. ET
Pro Tip: New subscribers can enjoy their first week of Apple TV for free. Following the trial, the subscription is available for $12.99/month. You can stream the action via smart TVs, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and gaming consoles.
Upcoming Friday Night Baseball Schedule
The excitement doesn’t stop with the Yankees and Phillies. Apple and MLB have lined up a series of thrilling matchups through August. Here is the schedule you need to know:
| Date | Matchup | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| July 24 | Yankees at Phillies | 6:45 p.m. |
| July 24 | Blue Jays at Red Sox | 7:15 p.m. |
| July 31 | Rangers at Astros | 8:15 p.m. |
| July 31 | Giants at Padres | 9:45 p.m. |
| Aug 7 | Orioles at Rangers | 8:15 p.m. |
| Aug 7 | Rays at Mariners | 9:45 p.m. |
| Aug 14 | Cardinals at Cubs | 2:15 p.m. |
| Aug 14 | Yankees at Blue Jays | 7:15 p.m. |
| Aug 21 | Rays at Orioles | 7:15 p.m. |
| Aug 21 | Angels at Rangers | 8:15 p.m. |
| Aug 28 | Red Sox at Yankees | 7:15 p.m. |
| Aug 28 | Mariners at Blue Jays | 7:15 p.m. |
Will the Phillies protect their home turf at Citizens Bank Park, or will the Yankees make a statement in the City of Brotherly Love? Tune in to Apple TV to find out!
