Yankees look to extend series lead over Cubs with Clarke Schmidt on the mound
In the second game of a three-game interleague series between the New York Yankees and the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field, the Yankees hold a 1-0 series lead after their 3-0
Game outlook
In the second game of a three-game interleague series between the New York Yankees and the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field, the Yankees hold a 1-0 series lead after their 3-0 victory in the opening game. The Yankees, currently second in the AL East with an 79-60 record, will have Clarke Schmidt on the mound, while the Cubs, second in the NL Central with a 72-69 record, will have Javier Assad as their starting pitcher. The betting odds favor the Yankees, with New York opening at -141 and the current line at New York -135. For more baseball picks, be sure to check out our Free MLB Picks.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Yankees -135 | Cubs +121
Spread: Yankees -1.5 (+125) | Cubs +1.5 (-144)
Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 57%.
New York Yankees
The New York Yankees are currently performing strongly, coming off a 3-0 road win over the Chicago Cubs. The team hit at an acceptable level in the game, with Aaron Judge leading in extra-base hits. Luis Gil had a dominant performance on the mound with a win after pitching six shutout innings. Right-hander Clarke Schmidt, who is coming back from the Injured List, will be starting the upcoming game. The team is ranked 13th in power rankings, excelling in offense but ranking average in defense. They have a 81-60 record for the season.