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Jeremy Peña, swinging a hot .321 bat this year, will help lead the Houston Astros (65-51) into the Bronx for a marquee showdown with Aaron Judge (.339) and the New York Yankees (61-55).

Houston comes in after missing a chance to sweep the Marlins in Miami, dropping Wednesday’s finale. Still, the Astros sit atop the AL West at 64-51 entering Friday’s action, holding a 1.5-game edge over Seattle.

The Yankees, meanwhile, halted a five-game skid with a much-needed win in Texas to close their three-game set on Wednesday. At 61-54 before Friday night, New York sits third in the AL East, trailing the Blue Jays by 6.5 games for the division lead.

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How to watch New York Yankees vs Houston Astros on TV & stream live online

  • National TV channel: MLB Network 
  • Local TV channel: YES, SCHN
  • Streaming service: Fubo

To watch the entire MLB season, Fubo and DirecTV Stream are the two best streaming services for baseball fans. Both carry MLB.tv for out-of-market access to games and you can also check out our table below for information on regional sports networks and where to find them.

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TeamLocal NetworkStreaming Providers
Arizona DiamondbacksDBACKS.tvFubo, DirecTV Stream
Atlanta BravesFanDuel Sports Sports SouthFubo, DirecTV Stream
Baltimore OriolesMid-Atlantic Sports NetworkFubo, DirecTV Stream
Boston Red SoxNew England Sports NetworkFubo, DirecTV Stream, NESN 360
Chicago CubsMarquee Sports NetworkFubo, DirecTV Stream
Chicago White SoxNBC Sports ChicagoFubo, DirecTV Stream
Cincinnati RedsFanDuel Sports Network OhioFubo, DirecTV Stream
Cleveland GuardiansFanDuel Sports Network Great LakesFubo, DirecTV Stream
Colorado RockiesROCKIES.tvDirecTV Stream
Detroit TigersFanDuel Sports DetroitFubo, DirecTV Stream, Bally Sports+
Houston AstrosSpace City Home NetworkFubo, DirecTV Stream
Kansas City RoyalsFanDuel Sports Network Kansas CityFubo, DirecTV Stream, Bally Sports+
Los Angeles AngelsFanDuel Sports Network WestFubo, DirecTV Stream
Los Angeles DodgersSportsNet Los AngelesDirecTV Stream
Miami MarlinsFanDuel Sports Network FloridaFubo, DirecTV Stream, Bally Sports+
Milwaukee BrewersFanDuel Sports Network WisconsinFubo, DirecTV Stream, Bally Sports+
Minnesota TwinsFanDuel Sports Network NorthFubo, DirecTV Stream
New York MetsSportsNet New YorkFubo, DirecTV Stream
New York YankeesYES NetworkFubo, DirecTV Stream
Oakland AthleticsNBC Sports CaliforniaFubo, DirecTV Stream
Philadelphia PhilliesNBC Sports PhiladelphiaFubo
Pittsburgh PiratesSportsNet PittsburghFubo, DirecTV Stream
San Diego PadresPadres.TVFubo, DirecTV Stream
San Francisco GiantsNBC Sports Bay AreaFubo, DirecTV Stream
Seattle MarinersROOT SportsFubo, DirecTV Stream
St Louis CardinalsFanDuel Sports Network MidwestFubo, DirecTV Stream
Tampa Bay RaysFanDuel Sports Network SunFubo, DirecTV Stream, Bally Sports+
Texas RangersFanDuel Sports Network SouthwestFubo, DirecTV Stream
Toronto Blue JaysSportnet (Canada)N/A
Washington NationalsMid-Atlantic Sports NetworkFubo, DirecTV Stream

New York Yankees vs Houston Astros: Date and First-Pitch time

New York Yankees will take on Houston Astros in a highly anticipated MLB game on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at 2:05 pm ET/ 11:05 am PT at Yankee Stadium in The Bronx in New York City.

DateSaturday, August 9, 2025
First-Pitch Time2:05 pm ET/ 11:05 am PT
VenueYankee Stadium
LocationThe Bronx in New York City

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New York Yankees vs Houston Astros team news

New York Yankees team news

New York’s midweek win over Texas was fueled by Paul Goldschmidt, whose 10th home run of the year broke a 2-2 tie in the seventh. The Yankees spread six hits among six players, with no one collecting more than one. Carlos Rodón worked five innings of two-run ball but didn’t figure into the decision. Mark Leiter Jr. (5-6) earned the win in relief, while David Bednar locked down his 18th save with 1.2 scoreless innings.

Luis Gil will take the mound for the Yankees in just his second start of the season. The young righty struggled in his debut, allowing five runs over 3.1 innings in a loss to Miami. Gil does have past success against Houston, however, having beaten them in his lone career outing, a home start on May 7, 2024.

Houston Astros team news

In that Wednesday loss, the Astros piled up 12 hits, with Carlos Correa pacing the lineup with three knocks and an RBI. Christian Walker added his 16th homer of the season, but Houston stranded nine runners and went just 4-for-13 with men in scoring position. Spencer Arrighetti (1-2) absorbed the loss, surrendering five runs on 11 hits over 3.2 innings.

Framber Valdez will get the start for Houston, making his 23rd appearance of the season. The lefty has been sharp overall, going 11-5 with a 2.83 ERA, a 1.12 WHIP, 144 strikeouts, and 45 walks in 140 innings. He’s coming off a rough outing in Boston, where he allowed six runs (five earned) in six innings in a 6-1 defeat. Valdez has struggled historically against the Yankees, posting a 0-1 mark and 6.50 ERA in four career starts, including a 7.71 ERA in two games at Yankee Stadium.

New York Yankees vs Houston Astros projected starting pitchers

DateYankeesAstros
08/09/2025Luis GilFramber Valdez

New York Yankees vs Houston Astros head-to-head record

DateCompetitionHome TeamAway TeamScore
09/08/25MLBAtlanta BravesMiami Marlins1 - 5
08/08/25MLBAtlanta BravesMiami Marlins8 - 6
22/06/25MLBMiami MarlinsAtlanta Braves5 - 3
22/06/25MLBMiami MarlinsAtlanta Braves0 - 7
21/06/25MLBMiami MarlinsAtlanta Braves6 - 2

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