How to Watch Astros at Yankees (Aug. 8): Stream MLB Live, TV Channel

A pair of scuffling contenders square off at Yankee Stadium as the Houston Astros and New York Yankees open a 3-game series on Friday night

The Houston Astros (64-51) and New York Yankees (61-54) remain in possession of playoff spots despite each team winning just four of their last 10 games. The teams open a three-game weekend series at Yankee Stadium on Friday night with the Astros holding a game-and-a-half lead over the Seattle Mariners in the American League West, while New York is in the third wild-card position in the AL, a game-and-a-half up on both the Cleveland Guardians and Texas Rangers. Houston is 2-4 on its current nine-game road trip while the Yankees return home after a 1-5 road swing.

How to Watch Houston Astros at New York Yankees in MLB Today:

Game Date: Friday, Aug. 8, 2025

Game Time: 7 p.m. ET

TV: MLB.TV – Houston Astros

Location: Yankee Stadium

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New York salvaged the final game of its road trip with a win at Texas on Wednesday. Aaron Judge, who missed 10 games with a flexor strain in his right elbow, returned to the lineup on Tuesday as the designated hitter and has gone 1-for-6 with a walk since coming back. Judge leads the majors in all three slash-line categories at .339/.446/.702 and has 37 home runs and 85 RBI on the season.

The Astros lost on Wednesday, failing to close out a series sweep of the Miami Marlins after being swept by the Boston Red Sox to open their trip. Jose Altuve leads the team with 19 home runs while Christian Walker has 61 RBI, six on this road trip as he has gone 6-for-23 with three home runs in that span.

Rookie right-hander Cam Schlittler (1-2) gets the start in the series opener for the Yankees. In four starts and 19.2 innings, Schlittler has a 4.58 ERA and 1.68 WHIP with 21 strikeouts. Houston gives the ball to All-Star right-hander Hunter Brown (9-5), who has a 2.47 ERA and 0.99 WHIP in 22 starts and 131 innings while striking out 155. He leads the majors, allowing just 6.2 hits per nine innings.

What Time Is The MLB Game Between Houston and New York?

The Houston Astros at New York Yankees game takes place on Friday, Aug. 8, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET. Tune in and catch some great baseball action.

What Channel Is The Houston Astros at New York Yankees Game On?

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