The New York Yankees announced their roster for the American League Division Series on Saturday, leaving off a pitcher who threw 154.2 innings in 2024.

Leading the play-by-play commentary for TBS' broadcast of Game 1 at Yankee Stadium, veteran sportscaster Bob Costas. While Costas has provided play-by-play for MLB games for several decades, fans are ready for a fresh voice.

New York Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo says he will not be on the roster when the American League Division Series begins Saturday against the

Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. (7) tags out New York Yankees designated hitter Aaron Judge (99) at second base to complete a double play during the fifth inning at Yankee Stadium on Sept. 9, 2024. Brad Penner Imagn Images

Gerrit Cole's looked more like his old self, and our Royals vs. Yankees prediction is for him to control Game 1 of the ALDS.

George Brett watches the Kansas City Royals prepare to face the New York Yankees and remembers the combustible clashes of the 1970s

The No. 1 New York Yankees are hosting the No. 5 Kansas City Royals at Yankee Stadium for Games 1 and 2 on Saturday and Monday. (Sunday is a designated off day for the series.) The Yankees, as the AL's top seed,

Yankees: Gerrit Cole (8-5, 3.41 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, 99 strikeouts) BOTTOM LINE: The New York Yankees and the Kansas City Royals meet in Game 1 of the ALDS. New York has a 44-37 record at home and a 94-68 record overall.