New York Yankees vs Houston Astros Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The New York Yankees and Houston Astros will conclude their four-game series on Sunday at Minute Maid Park with a 2:10 p.m. ET first pitch. Right-hander Clarke Schmidt will take the mound for the Yankees, while righty J.P. France will start for the Astros. Both pitchers had successful seasons last year. Yankees second baseman DJ LeMahieu is out, while shortstop Gleyber Torres is questionable. Astros shortstop Grae Kessinger is also questionable. Houston is the favorite with the opening line at -125 and the current line at -124.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Yankees +108 | Astros -124

Spread: Yankees +1.5 (-183) | Astros -1.5 (+160)

Total: Over/Under 9.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Houston will win straight-up is 55%.

New York Yankees

The New York Yankees may not have achieved much in the postseason last year, but high expectations are always a constant in the Bronx. Despite the unlikelihood of another World Series title, New Yorkers can expect a competitive performance from the team in 2024. The recent acquisition of outfielder Juan Soto has already shown promise, with the 25-year-old making a strong debut by making a game-saving play. Star player Aaron Judge praised Soto's performance, highlighting his composure under pressure. The Yankees will heavily rely on players like Judge and Soto this season, especially with pitcher Gerrit Cole sidelined due to injury. In the most recent game against Houston, the powerful Yankee lineup delivered a 7-1 victory, with standout performances from players like Oswaldo Cabrera and Giancarlo Stanton. Pitcher Schmidt will take the mound in the next game, aiming to improve on last season's performance. With a power ranking of 16, the Yankees rank 11th in offense and 13th in defense, remaining undefeated this season. Check out potential betting opportunities and sportsbook promos for the upcoming games.