New York Yankees vs
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Royals Ready to Roar in Game 3 Against Yankees in ALDS

The New York Yankees and Kansas City Royals are set to face off in Game 3 of the American League Divisional Series on Wednesday, Oct. 9. The series is currently tied 1-1 after the Royals were able to even the score in Game 2. Clarke Schmidt will start on the mound for the Yankees, while Seth Lugo will be pitching for the Royals. First pitch is scheduled for 7:08 P.M. EST. New York is the current betting favorite, opening at -115.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Yankees -112 | Royals +100
• Spread: Yankees -1.5 (+150) | Royals +1.5 (-170)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 53%.

New York vs Kansas City Stats

New York Yankees

The New York Yankees are currently tied 1-1 with the Royals in the American League Divisional Series. After winning Game 1 on Saturday, they lost Game 2 on Monday with the Royals scoring four runs in the fourth inning to win 4-2. Despite initially taking the lead in the third inning, the Yankees couldn't keep up with the Royals' offense. Jazz Chisholm hit a solo home run in the ninth inning for New York's second run. Carlos Rodon started the game, allowing four runs and seven hits. Chisholm remains optimistic about the team's chances and believes they will come out on top. On Wednesday, Clarke Schmidt will start for the Yankees with a season record of 5-5 and an ERA of 2.85. The team has a power ranking of 4 and an offense ranking of 3, scoring an average of 5.04 points per game. They are ranked 10th in defense, allowing an average of 4.13 points against them per game and have a season record of 95-69.

Kansas City Royals Analysis

The Kansas City Royals tied the American League Division Series against the Yankees at 1-1 with a big 4-2 win in Game 2. The Royals exploded for all their runs in the fourth inning, with key RBIs from Salvador Perez, Tommy Pham, Garrett Hampson, and Maikel Garcia. Cole Ragans pitched well, allowing just one run and three hits in four innings, while Angel Zerpa earned the win with a solid performance. Royals manager Cal Quatraro praised the team's defense and Zerpa's performance. Seth Lugo will be starting for the Royals in the upcoming game, with a strong regular-season record. The Royals have a power ranking of 18 and are ranked #13 for offense and #4 for defense. New York has recently struggled against Kansas City, going 1-2 in their last three matchups.

Royals Gear Up for Playoffs with Confidence Against Yankees

Kauffman Stadium is anticipated to be filled with excitement for the Royals' first playoff game in almost a decade. The team has shown confidence leading up to this game, which could potentially pave the way for a victory. Seth Lugo, who performed admirably in the wild-card game against the Orioles, is slated to start against the Yankees. With a strong record against them in the regular season, Lugo is poised to deliver a stellar performance against an unsteady Yankees offense. Additionally, the Royals bullpen has been performing exceptionally well in recent weeks. In contrast, the Yankees will rely on Clarke Schmidt, who has had mixed results on the road. The Royals' current momentum may prove to be a significant factor in the outcome of this game. It is advised to bet on the Royals to cover the spread.

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