Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders

The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders are the New York Yankees' Triple-A affiliate, serving as the final step before the bright lights of the Bronx. Playing at PNC Field in Moosic, Pennsylvania, the RailRiders have been one of the International League's most consistently successful franchises, drawing on the fervent passion of northeastern Pennsylvania's sports fans.

The franchise began play in 1989 as the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Red Barons, initially affiliated with the Philadelphia Phillies. After partnering with the Yankees in 2007, the team rebranded as the RailRiders in 2013, adopting a railroad-themed identity that honors the region's industrial heritage. The rebrand was a commercial success, generating significant merchandise sales and fan enthusiasm.

PNC Field, which opened in 1989 as Lackawanna County Stadium before a major 2013 renovation, seats 10,000 fans and provides a modern game-day experience in the Scranton-Wilkes-Barre metropolitan area. The ballpark's proximity to New York City — roughly two hours by car — makes it a convenient destination for Yankees fans eager to see top prospects.

Manager Shelley Duncan returns for his fourth consecutive season in 2026 after winning the 2025 International League Manager of the Year award. The Yankees' pipeline through Scranton has produced stars like Derek Jeter, Aaron Judge, and Gleyber Torres, among many others who made the jump from PNC Field to Yankee Stadium.