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Yankees vs. Cardinals: TV Channel, Live Stream & Lineup Revealed
Yankees vs. Cardinals: Game 2 Preview – Rookie Sensation Lombard Jr. Returns!
What Happened Last Night?
Last night was special in the Bronx! The Yankees beat the Cardinals 2-0, but the score doesn’t tell the whole story.
The star of the show: George Lombard Jr. – the Yankees’ top young prospect (that means he’s one of their best up-and-coming players) – made his Major League debut!
IMPORTANT: LOMBARD JR.’S HISTORIC NIGHT
- First MLB hit = Home Run!
- Made great defensive plays at shortstop
- Helped the Yankees win the series opener
Tonight’s Game: Can They Do It Again?
The Yankees are going for a series victory (winning 2 out of 3 games). Here’s what’s happening:
Same Lineup, New Pitcher
| Position | Player | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Shortstop | George Lombard Jr. | Back for Game 2! |
| Batting 8th | George Lombard Jr. | Same spot as debut |
| Pitcher | Will Warren | New face on the mound |
Note: The entire batting order is exactly the same as last night. Only the pitcher changes!
Meet Tonight’s Starting Pitchers
New York Yankees: Will Warren
Why he’s interesting:
- Almost got traded! Trade rumors swirled before the deadline, but he stayed
- Last start: 6 shutout innings vs. the Cubs (that means zero runs allowed!)
- Season stats: 4.14 ERA | 109 strikeouts in 108.1 innings
- What ERA means: Earned Run Average – lower is better. 4.14 is decent!
St. Louis Cardinals: Andre Pallante
What to know:
- Age 27, 5th season in the majors
- Having his BEST year yet!
- Stats: 3.72 ERA | 2+ fWAR (first time!)
- fWAR explained: FanGraphs Wins Above Replacement – measures total value. 2+ is really good!
- Style: Not a big strikeout guy (only 86 K’s in 118.2 innings)
- Strength: Keeps the ball in the park!
- 0.76 HR/9 = very few home runs allowed
- HR/FB under 10% = fly balls rarely become homers
KEY MATCHUP: Warren’s strikeouts vs. Pallante’s "keep it in the yard" approach
Cardinals Lineup Change
Alec Burleson is BACK in the lineup!
- He destroyed a home run Monday
- Was benched last night (rest day)
- Returns tonight – Yankees pitchers beware!
How to Watch Tonight’s Game
IMPORTANT: DELAYED START!
GAME DELAYED TO 8:05 PM ET (was originally 7:05 PM)
Location
Yankee Stadium – The Bronx, NY
TV Broadcast
| Market | Channel |
|---|---|
| Yankees fans | Amazon Prime Video |
| Cardinals fans | Cardinals.TV |
Radio Broadcast
| Team | Stations |
|---|---|
| Yankees | WFAN 660 / 101.9 FM • WADO 1280 (Spanish) |
| Cardinals | KMOX 1120 AM / 104.1 FM |
Online Streaming
- Amazon Prime Video (in-market)
- MLB.tv (out-of-market only)
What to Watch For Tonight
- Lombard Jr. Encore – Can the rookie magic continue?
- Warren’s Momentum – Building on that dominant Cubs start
- Pallante vs. Yankees Bats – Can St. Louis’s ground-ball pitcher neutralize NY’s power?
- Burleson’s Return – Will Monday’s hero stay hot?
- Series Implications – Yankees go for the series win!
Summary
| Key Points |
|---|
| Yankees won Game 1, 2-0 |
| George Lombard Jr. debuted with a HR + great defense |
| Same lineup tonight, Lombard at SS, batting 8th |
| Will Warren starts for NY (6 shutout IP last time) |
| Andre Pallante starts for STL (career-best season) |
| Alec Burleson returns to Cardinals lineup |
| First pitch: 8:05 PM ET (DELAYED from 7:05) |
| Watch on Amazon Prime Video (NYY) / Cardinals.TV (STL) |
FAQ – Your Questions Answered
Q: Who is George Lombard Jr. and why is everyone excited?
A: He’s the Yankees’ top prospect (best young player in their system). Last night was his first ever MLB game – and he hit a home run for his very first hit! That’s incredibly rare and special. Plus, he played great defense at shortstop.
Q: What does "ERA" mean and is 4.14 good?
A: ERA = Earned Run Average. It shows how many runs a pitcher gives up per 9 innings. Lower is better. 4.14 is solid/average for a starter. For context: under 3.00 is elite, 3.00-4.00 is good, 4.00-5.00 is average.
Q: Why was the game delayed to 8:05 PM?
A: The article doesn’t specify the reason, but delays are usually for weather (rain), field conditions, or broadcast scheduling. The Yankees officially announced the delay.
Q: What’s "fWAR" and why does 2+ matter for Pallante?
A: fWAR = FanGraphs Wins Above Replacement. It estimates how many extra wins a player gives their team vs. a replacement-level player. 2+ in a season is very good – it means he’s been a genuinely valuable starter this year, his best season yet.
Q: Can I watch on MLB.tv if I live in New York or St. Louis?
A: No! MLB.tv is out-of-market only. If you’re in the Yankees or Cardinals TV territory, you must use Amazon Prime Video or Cardinals.TV (or cable). MLB.tv blocks local games.
Join the Conversation!
Come chat with us in the game thread tonight! Share your thoughts on:
- Lombard Jr.’s second game
- Warren’s performance
- Key plays and at-bats
- Your predictions!
Go Yankees! Let’s take the series!
