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    Yankees vs. Rangers Game 3: Odds, Predictions, Betting Tips & Starting Lineups | May 7; MLB 2026 Season

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    The New York Yankees and the Texas Rangers will conclude their three-game series on Thursday at Yankee Stadium in New York. The first pitch is scheduled at 12:35 p.m. ET.

    With the series split at one game apiece, Game 3 will be the deciding factor for both clubs. Fans can watch the showdown on the YES Network and Rangers Sports Network.

    Let’s take a look at the odds, potential pitcher, lineup, prediction, and betting tips:

    Texas Rangers and New York Yankees odds:

    Money Line: Texas Rangers (+159), New York Yankees (-194)

    Run Line: Texas Rangers +1.5 (-136), New York Yankees -1.5 (+113)

    Total Runs (Over/Under): Texas Rangers 8 (-115), New York Yankees 8 (-105)

    Preview: Potential starting pitcher and lineup

    Texas Rangers probable starting pitcher: MacKenzie Gore

    Texas Rangers projected starting lineup:

    Brandon Nimmo

    Josh Jung

    Corey Seager

    Jake Burger

    Andrew McCutchen

    Kyle Higashioka

    Sam Haggerty

    Evan Carter

    Ezequiel Duran

    The Texas Rangers pulled away on Wednesday with a 6-1 victory to even the series. Texas (17-19) is third in the American League West, trailing the Seattle Mariners and the division-leading Athletics.

    Left-hander MacKenzie Gore is set to make his eighth start of the season, carrying a 4.67 ERA and 1.36 WHIP through his first seven appearances.

    New York Yankees probable starting pitcher: Paul Blackburn

    New York Yankees projected starting lineup:

    Amed Rosario

    Aaron Judge

    Ben Rice

    Cody Bellinger

    Paul Goldschmidt

    Jasson Domínguez

    Jazz Chisholm Jr.

    José Caballero

    Austin Wells

    The New York Yankees are looking to clinch the series today after a 6-1 loss on Wednesday, following their 7-4 opening-night victory. New York (25-12) leads the American League East with a 25-12 record.

    Paul Blackburn is set to take the mound for Thursday’s series finale. Through seven appearances this season, he has recorded a 3.21 ERA and 1.36 WHIP.

    Prediction: The New York Yankees are considered favorites to win against the Texas Rangers with a 62% chance at Yankee Stadium, according to Stats Insider.

    Betting Tips:

    Money Line: Texas Rangers (+159)

    Run Line: New York Yankees -1.5 (+113)

    Total Runs (Over/Under): 8 runs