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:
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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
Edited by Safeer M S