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Yankees Look to Even Series Against Orioles with Carlos Carrasco on the Mound

The New York Yankees and the Baltimore Orioles will be concluding their three-game series on Wednesday, with the Orioles leading 1-0 after winning the first game 4-3. The Yankees will have Carlos Carrasco on the mound, who has a 5.26 ERA, while the Orioles will have Cade Povich starting with a 6.12 ERA. The game is scheduled to start at 6:35 EST and will be airing on Amazon Prime. The Yankees are currently the favorites to win, with the betting line opening at -118 and remaining steady. Stay tuned for our prediction on the outcome of this matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Yankees -118 | Orioles +107
• Spread: Yankees -1.5 (+138) | Orioles +1.5 (-166)
• Total: Over/Under 9.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 54%.

New York vs Baltimore Stats

New York Yankees

The New York Yankees currently hold a narrow lead in the AL East, with the Boston Red Sox just 1.5 games behind in the standings. After winning two of three at home against the Blue Jays, the Yankees are now on the road facing the Orioles. Aaron Judge continues to be a standout player, leading the MLB in RBIs and batting average. Jazz Chisholm Jr. is close behind in home runs, while Anthony Volpe contributes solidly in the lineup. Pitcher Carlos Carrasco, with a 2-1 record, will make his sixth start of the season. Overall, the Yankees have a power ranking of 8, with a strong offense and defense, and a 17-12 record for the season.

Baltimore Orioles Analysis

The Baltimore Orioles are working to make up ground in the AL East standings, with a focus on challenging the division-leading Yankees for wins. In their latest game, the Orioles secured a victory over the Yankees with a 4-3 score, taking an early lead and holding off a late push from the opposition. Currently two games behind the Blue Jays, Baltimore is striving to climb out of the bottom spot in the division.

Ryan O'Hearn provided a significant offensive boost with a three-run home run in the game, showcasing his value as a key player for the team. While O'Hearn has been a consistent performer, Gunnar Henderson is still working to find his stride after a strong previous season. Cedric Mullins has emerged as the most productive player for the Orioles, leading the team in home runs and RBIs.

Pitcher Cade Povich will be making his sixth start of the season, hoping to build on his performance and contribute to the team's success. Despite their challenges, the Orioles are ranked 19th for offense and face tough competition from the Yankees, who have recently secured two out of three wins in their matchups.

Yankees Poised to Dominate Orioles in Crucial Matchup

It is crucial for the Yankees to maintain their standing at the top of the standings by securing victories against the last place Orioles. While both starting pitchers have not performed exceptionally this season, Povich's aggressive pitching style may prove to be a disadvantage as he tends to leave the ball over the plate frequently. Despite recording 23 strikeouts, Povich's vulnerability to giving up home runs was evidenced in a recent game against the Reds. With an ERA above 5.00, Povich may struggle against the strong batting lineup of the Yankees. In contrast, Carrasco, who is slated to start for New York, is coming off a solid outing against the Blue Jays. Given the Yankees' impressive team batting average and high number of home runs, they are expected to overpower Povich and secure a win. In this matchup, it is advisable to choose the Yankees to win and cover.

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