Rays vs Yankees Game 2: Start Time, TV Channel & How to Watch
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 — Doubleheader Game 2 (Evening Nightcap)
The Tampa Bay Rays and New York Yankees conclude their Tuesday, September 22, 2026 day-night doubleheader under the lights in the Bronx. This evening matchup marks Doubleheader Game 2, with first pitch scheduled for 7:05 PM ET / 4:05 PM PT, broadcast nationally on TBS and streaming on HBO Max.
Tampa Bay Rays at New York Yankees
Doubleheader Game 2 (Evening)
Tuesday, Sept 22, 2026 • 7:05 PM ET
Yankee Stadium, Bronx, NY
Tampa Bay Rays (76-78, AL East)
New York Yankees (89-65, AL East)
TBS / HBO Max
Max (B/R Sports), YouTube TV, Hulu, Sling, DirecTV
Rays vs Yankees Game 2 Start Time
First pitch for Doubleheader Game 2 is officially set for 7:05 PM Eastern Time on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. This is the designated evening game of the day-night twin bill:
| Time Zone | Scheduled Evening First Pitch | National Network | Game Designation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Time (ET) | 7:05 PM (19:05) | TBS / HBO Max | Doubleheader Game 2 (Evening) |
| Central Time (CT) | 6:05 PM (18:05) | TBS / HBO Max | Doubleheader Game 2 (Evening) |
| Mountain Time (MT) | 5:05 PM (17:05) | TBS / HBO Max | Doubleheader Game 2 (Evening) |
| Pacific Time (PT) | 4:05 PM (16:05) | TBS / HBO Max | Doubleheader Game 2 (Evening) |
Rays vs Yankees Doubleheader Schedule
Major League Baseball has scheduled a day-night doubleheader between Tampa Bay and New York on Tuesday, September 22, 2026:
- Game 1 (Afternoon): Scheduled first pitch at 1:05 PM ET.
- Game 2 (Evening): Scheduled first pitch at 7:05 PM ET — (Covered by this guide).
What Channel Is Rays vs Yankees Game 2 On?
Game 2 is televised nationally on TBS and streamed simultaneously on HBO Max via the B/R Sports Add-on.
In local regional broadcast territories, coverage is also carried by the teams' regional television partners:
- New York Yankees Market: The YES Network provides regional television coverage across the New York tri-state area and connected regional territories.
- Tampa Bay Rays Market: Bally Sports Sun (or designated regional rights partner) carries the local Rays telecast across Florida.
Note: Television broadcast agreements for afternoon Game 1 are distinct and should not be assumed to mirror the national TBS Game 2 broadcast.
How to Watch Rays vs Yankees Game 2
You can watch the evening game legally through verified cable, satellite, and digital streaming providers:
- HBO Max: Stream Game 2 live with the B/R Sports Add-on across mobile devices, connected TVs, and desktop browsers.
- TBS Digital Platforms: Authenticate via TBS.com or the TBS app using valid pay-TV provider credentials.
- Live-TV Streaming Services Carrying TBS:
- YouTube TV: Includes TBS in its Base Plan with unlimited cloud DVR.
- Hulu + Live TV: Carries TBS alongside the full Disney bundle.
- Sling TV: Available on both Sling Orange and Sling Blue channel packages.
- DirecTV Stream: Includes TBS across the Entertainment, Choice, and Ultimate packages.
Probable Pitchers
Probable starting pitchers for Doubleheader Game 2 have not yet been officially confirmed by the Tampa Bay Rays or New York Yankees. Doubleheaders often introduce rotation shifts, bullpen days, or 27th-man roster call-ups. Official starters are listed as TBD (To Be Determined) and will be designated by team managers prior to Tuesday's nightcap. Starting pitchers from Game 1 are not inferred for Game 2.
Rays vs Yankees Game 2 Matchup
Late-September American League East rivalries carry high intensity as teams fight for division rank and postseason seeding:
- New York Yankees (89-65, AL East): (Record verified as of September 19, 2026). The Yankees are competing at the top of the American League, leaning on power at the plate and a strong bullpen to lock down postseason positioning heading into the final week of the regular season.
- Tampa Bay Rays (76-78, AL East): (Record verified as of September 19, 2026). Known for disciplined defense, tactical pitching changes, and aggressive base running, the Rays always challenge New York in Bronx divisional battles.
Note: Records are current as of September 19, 2026. Prior series games preceding Tuesday's doubleheader will adjust team win-loss totals.
Where Is Rays vs Yankees Game 2 Being Played?
Doubleheader Game 2 is taking place at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, New York. As the second game of the scheduled day-night twin bill, the evening contest will be played under the stadium lights before the home crowd in New York. The New York Yankees are the home team, and the Tampa Bay Rays are the visiting away team.
Independent Viewing Notice
StreamEast Sports (streameastsports.org) is an independent sports scheduling directory and legal viewing guide. StreamEast Sports does not host, broadcast, or link to unauthorized live video streams. Match times, channel listings, and verified rights holders are provided exclusively to help sports fans access authorized, legal broadcasts.
❓ Rays vs Yankees Game 2 Frequently Asked Questions
First pitch for Doubleheader Game 2 is scheduled for Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 7:05 PM Eastern Time (6:05 PM CT / 5:05 PM MT / 4:05 PM PT).
Rays vs Yankees Game 2 is broadcast nationally on TBS and streamed live on HBO Max via the B/R Sports Add-on. Regional television coverage is available via YES Network (Yankees market) and Bally Sports Sun (Rays market).
Yes, TBS is the national television broadcaster for Game 2 of this September 22 doubleheader under the lights at Yankee Stadium.
Yes, this page covers the evening nightcap (Game 2) of a scheduled day-night doubleheader on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Game 1 is an afternoon contest, while Game 2 takes place in the evening.
You can watch Game 2 on TBS through traditional cable/satellite providers, stream on the TBS app with a TV provider login, or stream via HBO Max (B/R Sports Add-on). Subscribers to live-TV streaming services carrying TBS—including YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, DirecTV Stream, and Sling TV—can also stream the game live.
Game 2 is being played at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, New York, with the New York Yankees hosting the visiting Tampa Bay Rays.