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Wed 7:05 PM ET
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S. Arrighetti RHP · 0–3, 8.27 ERA
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C. Rodon LHP · 2–2, 3.19 ERA
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Houston Astros vs New York Yankees Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: May 8, 2024 at 7:05 PM ET

Venue: Yankee Stadium — Bronx, New York

Article updated May 8, 6:17 AM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Houston Astros will face off against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday with first pitch scheduled for 7:05 p.m. ET. Spencer Arrighetti, with an ERA of

Game outlook

The Houston Astros will face off against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday with first pitch scheduled for 7:05 p.m. ET. Spencer Arrighetti, with an ERA of 8.27, will start for the Astros while Carlos Rodón, with an ERA of 3.68, will take the mound for the Yankees. New York is the betting favorite, opening at -140 with the current line at New York -143.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Astros +124 | Yankees -143

Spread: Astros +1.5 (-166) | Yankees -1.5 (+144)

Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 59%.

Houston Astros

The Houston Astros have shown signs of improvement recently by winning five of their last eight games, but they currently hold a record of 12-22 for the season. Despite being considered a top contender for the World Series before the season began, the team's performance has raised concerns for fans. Offensively, the Astros rank 6th in OBP and 7th in OPS, but they are struggling in categories such as home runs and RBIs. On the pitching side, they have a high ERA and WHIP ranking. Tomorrow, rookie pitcher Arrighetti will start for the Astros, showing promise in his last outing despite some issues with command. Overall, Houston is ranked 18th in power rankings, with weaker defensive performance compared to their offense. Bettors may find interesting opportunities and promotions related to the team.

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New York Yankees Analysis

The New York Yankees started the season with a strong message to the baseball community by sweeping Houston in their season-opening series. Their success has continued through the first few weeks, with strong offensive and pitching performances. The Yankees rank high in various offensive and defensive categories, such as OBP, OPS, home runs, and ERA. Rodón will be starting for the Yankees on Wednesday, coming off a strong season debut but a recent rough outing. Despite their overall success, Houston has had the upper hand in their recent matchups. For more MLB predictions and picks, check out our Expert Picks.

New York Yankees Expected to Have Scoring Advantage Over Houston Astros in Tomorrow's Game

It is anticipated that New York will have a competitive advantage over Houston in terms of scoring during tomorrow's game. Arrighetti's limited experience suggests that he may struggle to provide the Astros with more than four innings of effective pitching, likely resulting in his early departure from the game due to issues with control. The Yankees exhibit patience at the plate, ranking second in walks, and tend to deliver under pressure, ranking ninth in producing runs from scoring position. Following Arrighetti's exit, the Astros bullpen, known for its unreliability with a 4.44 ERA and tendency to allow home runs (16 HRs), may further hinder their chances of success. While Rodón's recent performance was not exceptional, his overall performance this season has been notable. Additionally, he benefits from the support of one of MLB's top-ranked bullpens in terms of ERA and WHIP. It is recommended to consider supporting the New York Yankees at odds below -140 in the upcoming Wednesday night game.

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SportsJaw Astros vs Yankees archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Astros vs Yankees matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Houston Astros+121 → +142Moved
  • Moneyline · New York Yankees-140 → -161Moved
  • Spread · Houston Astros+1.5 (-168) → +1.5 (-140)Moved
  • Spread · New York Yankees-1.5 (+145) → -1.5 (+123)Moved
  • Total · Over8.5 (-110) → 9.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under8.5 (-110) → 9.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Houston Astros
81-81 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
New York Yankees
93-68 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 5-4-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-05-08T10:17:26.308Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-05-07Houston Astros 3 · New York Yankees 10
Final result

Matchup pick recap

New York Yankees defeated Houston Astros 9-4

New York Yankees defeated Houston Astros 9-4 on May 8, 2024, a 5-run decision in the series. New York Yankees' strongest period was the 6th inning, when it outscored its opponent 3-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Houston Astros +1.5 (-140) spread, New York Yankees covered, while the 13 combined runs finished over the recorded total of 9.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • AliencreationRunline · New York Yankees -1.5 (+142)Win
  • DpxsportsMoneyline · New York Yankees -143Win
  • PurplebloodMoneyline · Houston Astros +127Loss
  • TgodfreyMoneyline · New York Yankees -143Win
  • StevehMoneyline · New York Yankees -143Win
  • SfdanTotal · Under 8.5 (-110)Loss
  • 1707662905Moneyline · Houston Astros +127Loss
  • DawhizMoneyline · New York Yankees -143Win
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 9 (-110)Win
  • BooksworstnightmareMoneyline · New York Yankees -145Win
  • BooksworstnightmareTotal · Over 9 (-110)Win
  • JtmcentireTotal · Over 9.5 (-110)Win
  • PeytoncMoneyline · New York Yankees +136Win
  • Josh720Moneyline · Houston Astros +136Loss
  • IrishblueMoneyline · Houston Astros +136Loss
  • MauriceJonesMoneyline · New York Yankees -155Win