Boston Red Sox at New York Yankees Picks and Predictions for Thursday, October 2, 2025

By: David Anicetti Published 10/02/2025, 12:10 AM ET

The Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees face off in a winner-take-all Game 3 of the AL Wild Card at Yankee Stadium on Thursday. The series is tied 1–1 after Boston took the opener and New York answered back with a 4–3 win on Wednesday. The first pitch is at 6:00 PM ET on ESPN. Hit a homer and win with our free MLB picks.

Boston Red Sox Preview

The Red Sox had their chances in Game 2 but fell short. Trevor Story drove in all three runs with a two-run single in the third and a solo homer in the sixth. He finished with two hits, while Alex Bregman and Jarren Duran were productive at the plate. Boston collected six hits overall but struck out nine times and left five runners stranded.

Garrett Whitlock took the loss in relief after allowing the deciding run in the eighth. Boston used six pitchers in Game 2, which makes it important, starter, Connelly Early pitches into the sixth or seventh inning in Game 3. The Red Sox bullpen has already covered 10 innings in the first two games. To advance, Boston needs more production from the middle of the order beyond Story and more hits with runners in scoring position.

New York Yankees Preview

New York’s lineup responded with timely hitting in Game 2. Ben Rice hit a two-run homer in the first inning, and Aaron Judge and Austin Wells each added RBIs. The Yankees finished with 10 hits, drew four walks, and put pressure on Boston’s pitchers throughout the night.

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On the mound, Carlos Rodón gave six innings before the bullpen closed it out. David Bednar struck out two in the ninth for the save, and New York’s relievers have yet to allow a run in this series. For Game 3, Cam Schlittler takes the ball. The right-hander will try to follow Rodón’s example by working ahead in counts and letting the bullpen handle the late innings.

Boston Red Sox vs. New York Yankees Prediction

This series has been decided by pitching and late-inning hits, and Game 3 should be no different. Boston relies on Story, while New York spreads production across the lineup and has the edge in the bullpen. At home, the Yankees hold the advantage. Final Score Prediction: New York Yankees win 5-4.