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Yankees Favored to Dominate Athletics in Series Finale at Yankee Stadium

The Yankees and Athletics are set to conclude their four-game series in the Bronx on Thursday night, with pitchers Alex Wood and Nestor Cortes taking the mound for Oakland and New York, respectively. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:05 PM EST at Yankee Stadium. Betting odds favor the Yankees as the -249 favorites.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Athletics +210 | Yankees -249
• Spread: Athletics +1.5 (-105) | Yankees -1.5 (-115)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 71%.

Oakland vs New York Stats

Oakland Athletics

The Oakland Athletics recently secured a shutout victory in the series opener, but suffered a close loss in the following game. Their offense has struggled, ranking 14th in the American League with only 68 runs scored in their first 24 games. The team's batting stats show a .204 average, .277 on-base percentage, and .342 slugging percentage, with a league-high 242 strikeouts. Second baseman Zack Gelof leads the team with 33 strikeouts, while also contributing with six extra-base hits, seven RBIs, and four stolen bases. On the pitching side, Oakland's staff has an eighth-ranked team ERA of 4.01, with 186 strikeouts over 213 innings and allowing the fewest home runs in the league. Despite some struggles from pitcher Wood, the team maintains a decent defensive ranking of 13th in the league. Overall, with a power ranking of 25, the Athletics currently sit at a record of 9-15 for the season.

New York Yankees Analysis

The New York Yankees have struggled offensively in the first two games of the series, scoring only four runs. However, overall this season, the offense has produced 104 runs in 24 games with 181 hits and 56 extra-base hits. The team leads the league in walks with 103, with Juan Soto contributing 19 of those. Soto also leads the team with 20 RBIs. The Yankees right fielder has a .319 batting average with five doubles, five home runs, and 15 runs scored. On the pitching side, the team has a strong 2.95 team ERA, ranking fourth best in the AL. The bullpen has been successful with a 2.98 ERA and 13 saves in 16 chances. Cortes had an impressive outing in his last start with seven scoreless innings and nine strikeouts. The Yankees have an overall power ranking of 14 and are ranked 15th in offense and 3rd in defense, with a 16-8 record. In their last three matchups, Oakland has won two out of three against New York.

Yankees Showcase Dominance and Favoritism Over A's in Upcoming Game

On Wednesday, the Yankees demonstrated dominance over the A's by securing victories in six of their last eight matchups, with an impressive average margin of victory of six runs per game. The Yankees have historically performed well against Oakland, positioning them as the favored team in the upcoming game. New York's hitters are known for their strategic approach at the plate, showcasing patience and precision in their execution. It is anticipated that the Yankees will capitalize on their offensive opportunities against Wood, who has shown vulnerability in his pitching performance this season. Conversely, Cortes has displayed exceptional skill on the mound at Yankee Stadium, maintaining an impressive record of 12-2 with a 3.03 ERA. With Cortes's proficiency and the Yankees' strong offensive capabilities, I recommend taking the Yankees with the run line in this matchup.

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