How to watch New York Yankees-Boston Red Sox MLB doubleheader for free today

New York Yankees' Ben Rice hits a home run during the third inning of a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles, Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)AP Photo/Stephanie ScarbroughIf you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.By Thomas Lagrone | tlagrone@al.comThe New York Yankees play against the Boston Red Sox in an MLB doubleheader today. The first game will be televised on MLB Network at 12:05 p.m. CT. The second game of the doubleheader will begin at 6:15 p.m. CT on FOX. Fans can watch both games for free online by using the free trials offered by DIRECTV and FuboTV.The Yankees are currently fighting for first place in the American League East, as they are a handful of games behind the Tampa Bay Rays. In order to win both games today, the Yankees will need a great performance from their star player Ben Rice. He leads the team in home runs and RBI this year, which highlights his power at the plate.The Red Sox are also looking to overtake the Rays for first place in the division, which will require a hefty win streak. Willson Contreras will be a key player to watch for Boston today, as he leads the team in home runs and RBI this year. Contreras also leads the Boston offense with nearly a .400 on-base percentage. Fans can watch the MLB doubleheader for free online by using the free trials offered by DIRECTV and FuboTV.How to watch New York Liberty-Chicago Sky WNBA game for free todayHow to watch NC State-Virginia college football game free stream todayHow to watch Tottenham Hotspur-Newcastle United Premier League game for free todayHow to watch North Carolina vs. TCU college football game for free todayHow to watch Detroit Lions-Indianapolis Colts NFL preseason game for free todayThomas Lagrone is an Alabama native and recent graduate from the University of Alabama at Birmingham with a bachelor's degree in sports communication. Thomas has loved participating in and watching sports...