The magic number is down to one.

The New York Yankees have already clinched a playoff berth, but with five games left in the 2024 MLB regular season, these next three will be the most consequential — especially with the chance to win the AL East tonight.

They’ll face the Baltimore Orioles, who are still playing for a playoff berth, over the next three games as they try to clinch the AL East pennant.

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The Yankees are currently first in the AL East, with the Orioles close behind in the AL’s first wild card spot.

It’s sure to be an exciting few games as the playoff picture becomes clearer; below we put together your official guide on how to tune into the Yankees vs. Orioles series.

Yankees vs. Orioles dates and times: When do the Yankees play the Orioles?

• Tuesday, September 24 – 7:05 p.m. ET (YES)
• Wednesday, September 25 – 7:05 p.m. ET (YES)
• Thursday, September 26 – 7:05 p.m. ET (YES)

How can the Yankees clinch the AL East pennant?

The New York Yankees currently sit atop the AL East, with the Baltimore Orioles behind them in second. The Yankees have already clinched a playoff berth, guaranteeing them more games come October, but tonight (Tuesday), the team could win the AL East pennant with a win against the Orioles.

Winning tonight would guarantee the Yankees home field advantage in the ALDS and a first-round bye.

The Orioles have yet to clinch a playoff berth, but could do so tonight with a win and a loss by one of the following teams: Kansas City or Minnesota.

What channel is the Yankees game on?

All three games of the Yankees series against the Orioles will air on the team’s home network, YES.

If you subscribe to traditional cable, you’ll likely be able to watch all three games on your TV. If you don’t have cable, however, there are easy and free ways to tune in for free.

How to watch Yankees vs. Orioles for free:

YES

To watch YES live, you’ll need a live TV streaming service. Our favorite, because it includes regional sports networks (like YES), is DIRECTV Stream.

You’ll have to subscribe to the CHOICE plan, which comes with a five-day free trial. After the trial ends, DIRECTV Stream Choice plan costs $88.99/month.

Probable Yankees vs. Orioles starters:

• Tuesday: Clarke Schmidt (NYY) vs. Dean Kremer (BAL)
• Wednesday: Nestor Cortes (NYY) vs. Zach Eflin (BAL)
• Thursday: Gerrit Cole (NYY) vs. Corbin Burnes (BAL)

Where are the Yankees playing this series?

The Mets will play the Yankees in their final homestand of the season at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, NY.

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