The Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees return from the MLB All-Star break with one of baseball’s biggest series of the season.
Los Angeles enters Friday’s opener at 61-35 and holds first place in the National League West. New York is 53-42 and sits four games behind the Tampa Bay Rays in the American League East.
Here is everything fans need to know about how to watch Dodgers vs. Yankees, including the TV channel, Fubo live stream, series schedule and key storylines.
Friday’s Dodgers vs. Yankees game will air nationally on MLB Network.
Regional coverage will also be available on:
Local blackout restrictions may apply based on the viewer’s location.
Fans without cable can watch Friday’s game through a live TV streaming service.
Watch Dodgers vs. Yankees live on Fubo.
Fubo carries MLB Network and several regional sports networks in eligible markets. Channel availability depends on location and subscription package.
Fubo: Best option for viewers seeking MLB Network and eligible regional sports networks in one live TV package.
MLB.TV: Best option for out-of-market viewers, subject to local blackout restrictions.
YES Network or Spectrum SportsNet LA apps: Available to viewers with a participating television provider.
Viewers should check local listings before each game because broadcast availability can vary by market.
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The Dodgers enter the series at 61-35 with a .635 winning percentage.
They have also gone 30-17 away from home and hold a comfortable lead in the National League West.
New York is 53-42 and remains firmly in the American League playoff race.
Los Angeles has produced the stronger overall offense.
The Dodgers are batting .263 with a .344 on-base percentage and have scored 503 runs. The Yankees are batting .237 with a .317 on-base percentage and have scored 457 runs.
New York has displayed more power, hitting 142 home runs compared to Los Angeles’ 126.
The Yankees also own the slightly better team ERA at 3.39. The Dodgers enter with a 3.56 ERA.
New York is expected to play without Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton.
The Yankees also have Max Fried, Carlos Rodon and Clarke Schmidt on the injured list, leaving the club without several important pitchers.
Los Angeles has its own injury concerns, including catcher Will Smith and reliever Blake Treinen. Smith’s estimated return date is Friday, making his availability worth monitoring.
The Yankees have enough power and pitching to make this series competitive, especially at Yankee Stadium.
However, L.A enters with the deeper available lineup, stronger road record and better overall season.
Prediction: Dodgers Win The Series, 2-1.
Friday’s opener gives fans an immediate marquee game after the All-Star break, while the full three-game series offers national broadcasts throughout the weekend.
For viewers without cable, Fubo provides a live-streaming option for Friday’s opener through MLB Network and eligible regional sports networks.
First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. ET on Friday, July 17.
Friday’s game will air on MLB Network, YES Network and Spectrum SportsNet LA.
Yes. Friday’s game is available through Fubo with an eligible package that includes MLB Network or a supported regional sports network.
All three games will be played at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx.
Los Angeles enters the series at 61-35. New York enters at 53-42.
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