The New York Yankees open a three-game series at Yankee Stadium against the Minnesota Twins on Monday, August 11, 2025, with first pitch scheduled for 7:05 p.m. ET. New York will be looking to rebound after a difficult weekend against the Houston Astros.
Broadcast and streaming
– TV: YES Network and Twins TV (local); out-of-market coverage on MLB Network; MLB.TV for streaming out-of-market.
– Live stream options: DirecTV (free trial available), Sling, fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV.
– Betting line: Yankees -186 (DraftKings).
Series schedule
– Mon, Aug 11: MIN @ NYY, 7:05 p.m. on YES, MLBN (streaming available)
– Tue, Aug 12: MIN @ NYY, 7:05 p.m. on YES (streaming available)
– Wed, Aug 13: MIN @ NYY, 7:05 p.m. on Prime Video
Additional items
– Yankees merchandise and the 2025 hat releases are available at Fanatics; discounted ticket options can be found on SeatGeek.
– Out-of-market viewers should confirm blackouts and regional restrictions on streaming services.
Recent MLB context
A recent MLB story highlighted the Cleveland Guardians’ unusual stretch: despite off-field turmoil, including the placement of closers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz on leave as part of a sports-betting investigation and a notable trade of Shane Bieber, the Guardians have won nine of 11 games and sit a half-game behind the Yankees for the final American League wild-card spot. The story also revisited historic large comebacks in MLB — including the 1978 Yankees and 1995 Mariners — underscoring how standings can shift quickly late in the season.
Commentary and context
– Why the Yankees are favorites: home-field advantage at Yankee Stadium and stronger betting support (as reflected in the -186 line) make New York the expected winner on paper, though baseball’s late-season swings and the Twins’ potential for timely hitting mean the series could be competitive.
– Viewing tip: If you’re out-of-market, MLB Network and MLB.TV (subject to blackout rules) are the primary ways to catch the action; take advantage of free trials on streaming services if you haven’t used them before.
Short summary
The Yankees and Twins begin a three-game set Monday night in the Bronx. New York aims to recover from a rough weekend and enters as the betting favorite. Games will be televised locally on YES and Twins TV, with out-of-market options on MLB Network and MLB.TV, and multiple streaming services offering live access.
Hopeful note
A short series offers both teams the chance to build momentum. For Yankees fans, it’s an opportunity to snap a mini-slump at home; for Twins fans, it’s a chance to challenge a top opponent and gain ground in the standings. Expect engaged pitching matchups and a lively crowd at Yankee Stadium.
Suggested additions for publication
– Add projected starting pitchers and last 3–5 game stats for each team when those lineups are announced to give readers clearer game expectations.
– Include local weather forecast for the Bronx game night and any late scratches or lineup moves before publication.