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New York Yankees at Tampa Bay Rays – Where to Watch, Stream Info, TV Channel, and Live Updates (July 08, 2026)

July 8, 2026 by Fubo Sports Desk
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The Yankees arrive in Tampa needing to reverse a troubling stretch of baseball. New York has gone 2-8 over its last 10 games, a slide that has left the club four games behind the division-leading Rays with the calendar pushing deeper into July. The good news for the Yankees is that Cam Schlittler — who has struck out 131 batters and collected nine wins — delivered a strong outing in his most recent start, a performance that at least offered a foothold heading into this matchup.

Tampa Bay, meanwhile, has built something real at home. The Rays are 32-13 at Tropicana Field and have won seven of their last 10 games overall. Junior Caminero, with 26 home runs and 57 runs scored, gives the lineup a genuine middle-of-the-order threat, while Yandy Díaz continues to make consistent contact at a .319 clip with 103 hits on the season.

For New York, Ben Rice has been the offensive engine — 26 home runs, 60 RBI, and a .273 average — and the Yankees will need him to stay productive against a Rays staff that has been difficult to solve at home. This is a game with real division implications on both sides.

New York Yankees at Tampa Bay Rays Game Information

Game Date: July 08, 2026
Game Time: 06:40 PM ET
TV Channel: Tampa Bay Rays and MLB.TV – New York Yankees
Location: Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg, FL
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)

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Live Updates

8:59 PM ET
Jasson Domínguez strikes out swinging.
8:56 PM ET
Cody Bellinger strikes out swinging.
8:55 PM ET
Amed Rosario strikes out swinging.
8:53 PM ET
Ben Rice singles to right field.
8:52 PM ET
Bryan Baker (P) replaces Cole Sulser (P).
8:50 PM ET
Chandler Simpson lines out to center field to Trent Grisham.
8:49 PM ET
Jonny DeLuca flies out to left field to Cody Bellinger.
8:48 PM ET
Cedric Mullins grounds out to second base, José Caballero to Paul Goldschmidt.
8:46 PM ET
Angel Chivilli (P) replaces Fernando Cruz (P).
8:44 PM ET
Paul Goldschmidt strikes out swinging.
8:43 PM ET
José Caballero strikes out swinging.
8:40 PM ET
Austin Wells grounds out to second base, Ben Williamson to Jonathan Aranda.
8:37 PM ET
Junior Caminero strikes out swinging.
8:35 PM ET
Jonathan Aranda out on a sacrifice fly to center field to Trent Grisham. Taylor Walls scores.
8:32 PM ET
Yandy Díaz singles to right field. Taylor Walls to third.
8:29 PM ET
Fernando Cruz (P) replaces Gerrit Cole (P).
8:28 PM ET
Nick Fortes strikes out swinging.
8:25 PM ET
Taylor Walls walks.
8:22 PM ET
Trent Grisham remains in the game as CF.
8:20 PM ET
Trent Grisham flies out to Chandler Simpson.
8:20 PM ET
Trent Grisham pinch-hitting for Max Schuemann.
8:19 PM ET
Anthony Volpe strikes out swinging.
8:19 PM ET
Anthony Volpe strikes out swinging.
8:16 PM ET
Jasson Domínguez singles to shallow left field. Amed Rosario to second.
8:13 PM ET
Cole Sulser (P) replaces Shane McClanahan (P).
8:13 PM ET
Cody Bellinger flies out to deep left center field to Chandler Simpson.
8:12 PM ET
Amed Rosario singles to center field.
8:07 PM ET
Ben Williamson lines out to deep right center field to Max Schuemann.
8:06 PM ET
Chandler Simpson grounds out to second base, José Caballero to Paul Goldschmidt.
8:05 PM ET
Jonny DeLuca flies out to deep right field to Jasson Domínguez.
8:02 PM ET
Ben Rice strikes out swinging.
8:04 PM ET
Aaron Boone is ejected from the game.
8:02 PM ET
Ben Rice strikes out swinging.
7:59 PM ET
Paul Goldschmidt strikes out swinging. José Caballero caught stealing second.
7:57 PM ET
José Caballero singles to shallow infield.
7:54 PM ET
Cedric Mullins strikes out swinging.
7:53 PM ET
Junior Caminero hits into a force out to shallow infield. Jonathan Aranda to third. Yandy Díaz out at home.
7:51 PM ET
Jonathan Aranda doubles to deep right center field. Yandy Díaz to third. Nick Fortes scores.
7:49 PM ET
Yandy Díaz singles to center field. Nick Fortes to second.
7:48 PM ET
Nick Fortes singles to center field.
7:47 PM ET
Taylor Walls grounds out to shallow infield, Anthony Volpe to Paul Goldschmidt.
7:45 PM ET
Austin Wells strikes out swinging.
7:43 PM ET
Max Schuemann grounds out to shortstop, Taylor Walls to Jonathan Aranda.
7:41 PM ET
Anthony Volpe grounds out to shortstop, Taylor Walls to Jonathan Aranda.
7:39 PM ET
Ben Williamson grounds out to shortstop, Anthony Volpe to Paul Goldschmidt.
7:38 PM ET
Chandler Simpson grounds out to second base, José Caballero to Paul Goldschmidt.
7:35 PM ET
Jonny DeLuca pops out to shallow center field to José Caballero.
7:32 PM ET
Jasson Domínguez lines out to shortstop to Ben Williamson.
7:31 PM ET
Cody Bellinger lines out to deep right field to Jonny DeLuca.
7:29 PM ET
Amed Rosario grounds out to third base, Junior Caminero to Jonathan Aranda.
7:26 PM ET
Cedric Mullins pops out to shallow left field to Amed Rosario.
7:26 PM ET
Junior Caminero grounds out to shallow infield, Paul Goldschmidt to Gerrit Cole. Jonathan Aranda to third.
7:23 PM ET
Jonathan Aranda singles to right field, advances to 2nd. Yandy Díaz scores.
7:18 PM ET
Yandy Díaz doubles to deep left center field.
7:17 PM ET
Nick Fortes pops out to shallow left field to Anthony Volpe.
7:15 PM ET
Ben Rice grounds out to second base, Taylor Walls to Jonathan Aranda.
7:14 PM ET
Paul Goldschmidt flies out to right field to Jonny DeLuca.
7:13 PM ET
José Caballero grounds out to shallow infield, Taylor Walls to Jonathan Aranda.
7:10 PM ET
Taylor Walls strikes out swinging.
7:07 PM ET
Ben Williamson lines out to right field to Jasson Domínguez.
7:06 PM ET
Chandler Simpson singles to right field.
7:05 PM ET
Jonny DeLuca called out on strikes.
7:02 PM ET
Austin Wells pops out to Jonathan Aranda.
7:00 PM ET
Max Schuemann hits into a force out to shallow infield. Anthony Volpe to second. Jasson Domínguez out at home.
6:59 PM ET
Anthony Volpe singles to right field. Jasson Domínguez to third.
6:57 PM ET
Jasson Domínguez singles to shallow infield.
6:56 PM ET
Cody Bellinger called out on strikes.
6:53 PM ET
Cedric Mullins lines out to right field to Jasson Domínguez.
6:52 PM ET
Junior Caminero strikes out swinging.
6:50 PM ET
Jonathan Aranda called out on strikes.
6:48 PM ET
Yandy Díaz singles to shallow center field.
6:44 PM ET
Amed Rosario pops out to Jonathan Aranda.
6:42 PM ET
Ben Rice grounds out to first base, Jonathan Aranda to Shane McClanahan.
6:41 PM ET
Paul Goldschmidt strikes out swinging.

Game Preview

Four games separate these two clubs in the AL East standings, and every game in this matchup carries weight. Tampa Bay has been the division’s most consistent team at home, posting a 32-13 record at Tropicana Field, and the Rays hold the advantage in the season series. For the Yankees, a team that has dropped eight of its last ten, there is little margin for continued slippage. New York’s road record — 27-21 — shows they can win away from home, but they will need to do it against a Rays club that has been difficult to beat on its own turf.

Tampa Bay Rays Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 53-36
Home Record: 32-13
Away Record: 21-23
Division Record: 15-7
Streak: 1 Win streak
Winning Percentage: .596

New York Yankees Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 50-41
Home Record: 23-20
Away Record: 27-21
Division Record: 15-9
Streak: 1 Loss streak
Winning Percentage: .549

Stat Leaders

Tampa Bay Rays (53-36, #1 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Yandy Díaz, 0.319
RBI Leader: Jonathan Aranda, 58 RBI
Home Run Leader: Junior Caminero, 26 HR
Runs Leader: Junior Caminero, 57 Runs
Hits Leader: Yandy Díaz, 103 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Chandler Simpson, 21 SB
ERA Leader: Cam Booser, 1.35 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Drew Rasmussen, 96 K
Wins Leader: Shane McClanahan, 7 W
Saves Leader: Bryan Baker, 24 SV

New York Yankees (50-41, #2 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Ben Rice, 0.273
RBI Leader: Ben Rice, 60 RBI
Home Run Leader: Ben Rice, 26 HR
Runs Leader: Ben Rice, 60 Runs
Hits Leader: Ben Rice, 87 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Jazz Chisholm Jr., 26 SB
ERA Leader: Yerry De los Santos, 1.04 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Cam Schlittler, 131 K
Wins Leader: Cam Schlittler, 9 W
Saves Leader: David Bednar, 17 SV

What to Watch For

The Yankees are navigating a significant injury situation in their rotation and lineup. Max Fried is on the 15-day injured list with an elbow issue, Carlos Rodón is also on the 15-day IL with an elbow problem, and Aaron Judge is on the 10-day IL with a rib injury, while Giancarlo Stanton is on the 10-day IL with a leg issue. That opens the door for players like Cody Bellinger — hitting .248 with 11 home runs and 50 RBI — and José Caballero, who has contributed 10 home runs, 33 RBI, and 20 stolen bases, to carry more of the offensive load.

On the Tampa Bay side, Jonathan Aranda leads the Rays with 58 RBI, and Bryan Baker has been one of the more reliable closers in the league with 24 saves. The Rays’ bullpen depth has been a consistent strength, and Cam Booser’s 1.35 ERA out of the relief corps gives Tampa Bay a weapon late in close games.

Nick Martinez, sitting at a 2.61 ERA with seven wins and 61 strikeouts, represents the kind of arm that can keep a struggling offense quiet. If the Yankees cannot generate early offense, Martinez and the Rays’ bullpen have the tools to make it a long night for New York.

Tampa Bay Rays Injury Report

Steven Matz – Ankle (D15) – The Tampa Bay Rays placed LHP Steven Matz on the 15-day injured list with a left ankle sprain.
Edwin Uceta – Shoulder (D60) – The Tampa Bay Rays transferred RHP Edwin Uceta to the 60-day injured list with right shoulder impingement.
Jonathan Heasley – Elbow (D60) – The Tampa Bay Rays transferred RHP Jonathan Heasley from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list due to a right elbow stress reaction.
Manuel Rodríguez – Elbow (D60) – The Tampa Bay Rays placed RHP Manuel Rodríguez on the 60-day injured list due to an elbow injury.
Steven Wilson – Back (D60) – The Tampa Bay Rays placed RHP Steven Wilson on the 60-day injured list with lumbar disc inflammation.
Ryan Pepiot – Hip (D60) – Pepiot will miss the remainder of the season after undergoing hip surgery according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times.
Gavin Lux – Shoulder (D60) – The Tampa Bay Rays transferred OF Gavin Lux from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day injured list with a right shoulder impingement.
Jake Fraley – Groin (D10) – The Tampa Bay Rays placed OF Jake Fraley on the 10-day injured list due to a hernia.
Jesse Scholtens – Wrist (D15) – The Tampa Bay Rays placed RHP Jesse Scholtens on the 15-day injured list with a right wrist sprain.

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.

Tampa Bay Rays Upcoming 2026 Schedule

July 08, 2026 vs New York Yankees
July 09, 2026 vs New York Yankees
July 10, 2026 vs Seattle Mariners
July 11, 2026 vs Seattle Mariners
July 12, 2026 vs Seattle Mariners
July 17, 2026 at Boston Red Sox
July 17, 2026 at Boston Red Sox
July 18, 2026 at Boston Red Sox
July 19, 2026 at Boston Red Sox
July 20, 2026 at Toronto Blue Jays

New York Yankees Upcoming 2026 Schedule

July 08, 2026 at Tampa Bay Rays
July 09, 2026 at Tampa Bay Rays
July 10, 2026 at Washington Nationals
July 11, 2026 at Washington Nationals
July 12, 2026 at Washington Nationals
July 17, 2026 vs Los Angeles Dodgers
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

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• July 09, 2026 — Tampa Bay Rays vs New York Yankees | 01:10 PM ET
• July 10, 2026 — Tampa Bay Rays vs Seattle Mariners | 07:10 PM ET
• July 11, 2026 — Tampa Bay Rays vs Seattle Mariners | 04:10 PM ET
• July 12, 2026 — Tampa Bay Rays vs Seattle Mariners | 01:40 PM ET
• July 17, 2026 — Tampa Bay Rays at Boston Red Sox | 01:35 PM ET

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