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The Yankees have their first 26 set to chase 28.

Their roster for the wild-card series against the Red Sox includes three catchers, with J.C. Escarra joining the fold at the expense of reserve outfielder Austin Slater, and Will Warren claiming a bullpen spot over lefty Ryan Yarbrough.

Game 1 is on Tuesday night in The Bronx as the Yankees begin another chase for the franchise’s 28th championship .

Having Escarra on roster allows manager Aaron Boone greater flexibility in being able to pinch-hit and/or pinch-run for Austin Wells and/or Ben Rice, especially when both are in the starting lineu

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