Red Sox, Yankees Begin Three-Game Fenway Series

The Boston Red Sox will host the New York Yankees for a three-game series at Fenway Park, marking the fifth meeting between the teams this season, with the Red Sox leading the season series 3-1. Boston is coming off a recent series win against the Yankees in the Bronx and a solid showing against the Tampa Bay Rays, while New York swept the Kansas City Royals, maintaining a 9.5 game lead in the AL East. The rivalry, though lacking the intensity of past years, has reignited some interest, especially with rookie pitcher Hunter Dobbins expressing strong disdain for the Yankees, adding extra narrative to the matchup. Dobbins, who won his last start against New York, made headlines with comments about his loyalty to Boston and his father's alleged ties to the Yankees, which have since been questioned. The series features key pitching matchups, including Red Sox's Garrett Crochet and Yankees' Ryan Yarbrough, and will be broadcast on MLB Network with streaming options available. While the rivalry's historic fervor has diminished, recent competitive games and personal storylines promise an engaging series for fans.