Los Angeles Dodgers at New York Yankees – Where to Watch, Stream Info, TV Channel, and Live Updates (July 18, 2026)

The Dodgers arrive in the Bronx carrying the best record in baseball at 62-36, and the Yankees — sitting at 54-43 — have every reason to make this one uncomfortable. Los Angeles heads into this matchup on a one-game winning streak, while New York is looking to bounce back after dropping its most recent contest. Both clubs have gone 5-5 over their last ten games, which means neither side is running away from anything right now.

For the Dodgers, Max Muncy has been a consistent force with 18 home runs, 42 RBI, and a .260 average, while Kyle Tucker has quietly built a case as one of the more complete hitters in the lineup — .244 with 7 home runs and 47 RBI. On the other side, Ben Rice has emerged as one of the more compelling offensive stories in the American League, slashing .282 with 29 home runs and 68 RBI. Cody Bellinger brings balance to the Yankees lineup with 11 home runs, 51 RBI, and 10 stolen bases. These are two deep, dangerous rosters, and the gap between them is narrower than the standings suggest.

Los Angeles Dodgers at New York Yankees Game Information

Game Date: July 18, 2026
Game Time: 08:08 PM ET
TV Channel: MLB.TV – Los Angeles Dodgers and FOX Deportes
Location: Yankee Stadium, Bronx, NY
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)

Game Preview

The Dodgers lead the NL West comfortably and hold the best record in baseball, while the Yankees sit 2.5 games back in the AL East and are currently occupying a wild card position. New York cannot afford to let ground slip — every series against a team of this caliber carries real weight in the broader playoff picture. This is the first meeting between these two clubs this season, which adds a layer of genuine uncertainty to the matchup. Neither pitching staff has had to solve the other yet, and that unknown cuts both ways.

New York Yankees Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 54-43
Home Record: 23-21
Away Record: 31-22
Division Record: 15-9
Streak: 1 Loss streak
Winning Percentage: .557

Los Angeles Dodgers Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 62-36
Home Record: 31-19
Away Record: 31-17
Division Record: 7-5
Streak: 1 Win streak
Winning Percentage: .633

Stat Leaders

New York Yankees (54-43, #2 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Ben Rice, 0.282
RBI Leader: Ben Rice, 68 RBI
Home Run Leader: Ben Rice, 29 HR
Runs Leader: Ben Rice, 64 Runs
Hits Leader: Ben Rice, 96 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Jazz Chisholm Jr., 26 SB
ERA Leader: Yerry De los Santos, 1.04 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Cam Schlittler, 137 K
Wins Leader: Cam Schlittler, 9 W
Saves Leader: David Bednar, 18 SV

Los Angeles Dodgers (62-36, #1 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Enrique Hernández, 1.000
RBI Leader: Andy Pages, 66 RBI
Home Run Leader: Shohei Ohtani, 22 HR
Runs Leader: Shohei Ohtani, 65 Runs
Hits Leader: Freddie Freeman, 103 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Andy Pages, 8 SB
ERA Leader: Shohei Ohtani, 1.79 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Yoshinobu Yamamoto, 106 K
Wins Leader: Justin Wrobleski, 10 W
Saves Leader: Tanner Scott, 14 SV

What to Watch For

Ben Rice is the player to watch in pinstripes. His 29 home runs and 68 RBI at a .282 average represent a breakout season by any measure, and he enters this matchup as the Yankees’ most dangerous bat. José Caballero adds a different dimension — 22 stolen bases and 10 home runs give him the kind of two-way threat profile that can change a game without a big hit. With Aaron Judge on the injured list with a rib issue and Giancarlo Stanton also sidelined with a leg injury, the Yankees need Rice and Caballero to carry the offensive load.

For Los Angeles, Roki Sasaki takes the mound with a 4.99 ERA and 85 strikeouts, making this a genuine test of whether he can tighten things up against a lineup that has real power. Tommy Edman has been sharp at the plate, hitting .343, and gives the Dodgers a reliable option at the top of the order. Tyler Glasnow and Will Smith are both on the injured list, so the Dodgers will lean on depth — but with Muncy, Tucker, and Mookie Betts all capable of doing damage, the offense rarely goes quiet for long.

New York Yankees Injury Report

Max Fried – Elbow (D15) – The New York Yankees placed LHP Max Fried on the 15-day injured list with a left elbow bone bruise.
Aaron Judge – Rib (D10) – The New York Yankees placed OF Aaron Judge on the 10-day injured list with a stress fracture of his right rib.
Clarke Schmidt – Elbow (D60) – The New York Yankees placed RHP Clarke Schmidt on the 60-day injured list as he continues his rehab from internal brace surgery.
Giancarlo Stanton – Leg (D10) – The New York Yankees placed DH Giancarlo Stanton on the 10-day injured list.
Carlos Rodón – Elbow (D15) – The New York Yankees placed LHP Carlos Rodón on the 15-day injured list with left elbow inflammation.

Los Angeles Dodgers Injury Report

Ben Casparius – Shoulder (D60) – The Los Angeles Dodgers transferred RHP Ben Casparius to the 60-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation.
Blake Snell – Elbow (D60) – The Los Angeles Dodgers placed LHP Blake Snell on the 60-day injured list due to loose bodies in his left elbow.
Edwin Díaz – Elbow (D60) – The Los Angeles Dodgers transferred RHP Edwin Díaz to the 60-day injured list with right elbow loose bodies.
Will Smith – Neck (D10) – The Los Angeles Dodgers placed C Will Smith on the 10-day injured list with a neck inflammation.
Brusdar Graterol – Shoulder (D60) – The Los Angeles Dodgers transferred RHP Brusdar Graterol from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list as he recovers from right shoulder surgery.
Bobby Miller – Shoulder (D60) – The Los Angeles Dodgers placed RHP Bobby Miller on the 60-day injured list with right shoulder soreness.
Tyler Glasnow – Back (D60) – The Los Angeles Dodgers transferred RHP Tyler Glasnow from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list with low back spasms.
Enrique Hernández – Oblique (D10) – The Los Angeles Dodgers placed INF Enrique Hernández on the 10-day injured list with a left oblique strain.
Blake Treinen – Elbow (D15) – The Los Angeles Dodgers placed RHP Blake Treinen on the 15-day injured list due to right elbow inflammation.
Gavin Stone – Shoulder (D60) – The Los Angeles Dodgers transferred RHP Gavin Stone from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation.
Jake Cousins – Elbow (D60) – The Los Angeles Dodgers transferred RHP Jake Cousins from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list due to recovery from Tommy John surgery (UCL reconstruction) on his right elbow.

New York Yankees Upcoming 2026 Schedule

July 18, 2026 vs Los Angeles Dodgers
July 19, 2026 vs Los Angeles Dodgers
July 20, 2026 vs Pittsburgh Pirates
July 21, 2026 vs Pittsburgh Pirates
July 22, 2026 vs Pittsburgh Pirates
July 24, 2026 at Philadelphia Phillies
July 25, 2026 at Philadelphia Phillies
July 26, 2026 at Philadelphia Phillies
July 27, 2026 at Chicago White Sox
July 28, 2026 at Chicago White Sox

Los Angeles Dodgers Upcoming 2026 Schedule

July 18, 2026 at New York Yankees
July 19, 2026 at New York Yankees
July 20, 2026 at Philadelphia Phillies
July 21, 2026 at Philadelphia Phillies
July 22, 2026 at Philadelphia Phillies
July 24, 2026 at New York Mets
July 25, 2026 at New York Mets
July 26, 2026 at New York Mets
July 28, 2026 vs Seattle Mariners
July 29, 2026 vs Seattle Mariners

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