Yankees Face Dodgers in Doubleheader After Storm Postponement

Game Overview

Two scheduled contests between the Yankees and Dodgers have been shuffled due to last night’s storm. Originally set for a night game starring Ryan Weathers against Emmett Sheehan, both starters were forced to sit out. The twin bill now kicks off at Yankee Stadium in the afternoon, giving fans an unexpected early look at the rivalry.

Cam Schlittler makes his second‑half debut opposite reigning World Series MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Both pitchers earned All‑Star nods this season but missed the Midsummer Classic. While Schlittler builds a reputation as a clutch performer, Yamamoto struggled in his final first‑half start, losing momentum in the sixth inning against the Diamondbacks.

Starter Spotlight

Schlittler’s last appearance at Yankee Stadium came on June 30, his second home‑run‑heavy outing of the year, both against AL Central opponents. Today he faces a potent Dodgers offense that leads the league in wRC+ (114). Yamamoto, after a solid first half, will look to rebound and prove he can finish strong against a top‑tier lineup.

Both pitchers have shown consistent sharp pitching, but the Dodgers’ home‑run‑friendly attack could test Schlittler’s ability to stay honest. The matchup sets up as a clash of two All‑Star arms with different momentum narratives.

Lineup Details

The Yankees have tweaked their batting order from the postponed game. Trent Grisham, Ben Rice, and Jasson Domínguez open the frame, with Cody Bellinger stationed at cleanup. Midseason MVP Max Schuemann slides into right field as the fifth hitter, followed by Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Anthony Volpe, who returns after a brief absence. Ryan McMahon anchors the infield at third base, while Ali Sánchez takes the mound behind the plate.

This assortment of young talent and seasoned veterans aims to generate early runs and keep pressure on the Dodgers’ staff. The reconfigured lineup also provides depth, with several players capable of driving in runs in the middle innings.

How to Watch

The action begins at 12:35 p.m. ET from Yankee Stadium in the Bronx. Fans can catch the game on YES and SportsNet LA, with radio coverage available on WFAN 660/101.9 FM, WADO 1280, Dodgers Radio AM 570, and KTNQ 1020. An MLB.tv subscription provides a streaming alternative for cord‑cutters.

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