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Yankees Gear Up to Face Angels in Pivotal Game Three at Yankee Stadium on August 8th

The New York Yankees, boasting a record of 68-47, will be facing off against the Los Angeles Angels, who sit at 50-64, in a pivotal game three of their series on August 8th at Yankee Stadium. After the Angels claimed victory in game two, winning 8-2, both teams are eager to secure a win and improve their playoff positioning. Nestor Cortes will take the mound for the Yankees, while Tyler Anderson will pitch for the Angels in what promises to be an exciting matchup. Fans can tune in live on Amazon Prime Video and Bally Sports West to catch all the action as these two teams battle for victory and a spot in the postseason race. The current betting line favors New York at -222, with the opening line at -260.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Angels +197 | Yankees -222
• Spread: Angels +1.5 (-103) | Yankees -1.5 (-115)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 69%.

Los Angeles vs New York Stats

Los Angeles Angels

In game 2 of their series against the Yankees, the Angels saw strong pitching performances from Carson Fulmer, Hunter Strickland, Roansy Contreras, and Jose Quijada, leading to an impressive 8-2 victory. Zach Neto stood out offensively, going 3 for 5 with six RBI, while Mickey Moniak and Michael Stefanic also contributed to the balanced attack. Despite their current power ranking of 24, the Angels rank 26th in offense and defense, with a 50-64 record for the season.

New York Yankees Analysis

In game 2 of their series against the Angels, the Yankees struggled on the mound with Will Warren lasting only 4.1 innings and giving up eight earned runs. The bullpen had mixed results with Michael Tonkin and Tim Hill giving up hits, while Mark Leiter Jr. pitched a solid inning. Offensively, DJ LeMahieu led the team with a 2 for 4 performance. Despite their efforts, the Yankees fell short, losing 8-2 to the Angels. Nestor Cortes is set to start the pivotal game three, bringing his crafty pitching style and experience to help the team secure a crucial victory. The Yankees have a power ranking of 3 and are ranked #1 for offense, averaging 5.16 runs per game. Defensively, they rank 9th, giving up an average of 4.09 runs per game. Overall, the Yankees have a record of 68-47. Los Angeles won 2 out of their last 3 matchups against New York.

New York Yankees Positioned for Postseason Push as Los Angeles Angels Struggle in AL West

The New York Yankees currently hold the second-place position in the American League East division with a record of 68-47, positioning themselves well for a strong postseason push. Offensively, the Yankees have been highly effective, scoring an average of 5.16 runs and collecting 8.49 hits per game this season. This success can be attributed to a team batting average of .252 and a team on-base percentage of .335, leading to a run differential of +121. On the defensive side, opponents have been limited to an average of 4.09 runs and 7.73 hits per game by the Yankees' pitching staff. Despite certain weaknesses in their home performance and games following a loss, betting on the New York Yankees in this critical American League East matchup is advisable.

The Los Angeles Angels are currently in 4th place in the American League West division with a record of 50-64. Offensively, the Angels are averaging 4.02 runs and 7.77 hits per game, with a team batting average of .235 and an on-base percentage of .304. However, their struggles are evident in a -96 run differential for the season. Defensively, the Angels have faced challenges, allowing opponents to score an average of 4.88 runs and collect 7.96 hits per game. Despite inconsistencies in their recent form, the Angels have shown a solid overall performance against the Run Line this season, with a record of 63-51. Their strength in road games and games following a win indicates their ability to perform well under pressure.

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