The highly anticipated MLB matchup between the New York Yankees and the Houston Astros is set to unfold tonight! Here are the key details:
Date: Tonight, Friday, March 29, 2024
Time: First pitch at 8:10 p.m. ET
Venue: The game will take place at Minute Maid Park in Houston.
TV Channel: The game will be exclusively broadcast on Apple TV+, which is the exclusive home of “Friday Night Baseball” for the 2024 MLB season.
Matchup:
The Yankees, brimming with excitement due to the debut of Juan Soto, acquired from the Padres this offseason, are the preseason favorites to win the AL East.
Soto, a 25-year-old superstar, showcased his prowess in spring training, slashing .304/.373/.630 with four home runs, 10 RBI, and nine runs scored.
Left-hander Carlos Rodón will start for the Yankees, aiming to overcome his spring struggles.
The Astros, three-time consecutive AL West champions, have a new face in Joe Espada as manager.
Kyle Tucker and Yordan Alvarez anchor their lineup, while the rotation boasts talents like Framber Valdez and Cristian Javier.
The bullpen received a boost with the addition of Josh Hader.
Pregame Coverage:
Apple TV+ will provide pregame coverage throughout the day, featuring curated articles for each team and MLB.
Fans can watch the pregame show broadcast live from Dodger Stadium starting at 7:30 p.m. ET.
Additional Game:
Apple TV+ will also broadcast another game tonight: Cardinals vs. Dodgers at 10 p.m. ET.
Get ready for a baseball showdown as these contenders battle it out under the Friday night lights!
