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Yankees Set to Face Orioles in First AL East Rivalry Matchup of the Season, Betting Odds Favor Baltimore

The New York Yankees will be facing the Baltimore Orioles on Monday at Oriole Park, with the first pitch scheduled for 6:35 p.m. ET. The Yankees, with a record of 19-10, will start right-hander Clarke Schmidt, who has a 2-0 record with a 3.55 ERA this season. The Orioles, with a record of 17-10, will counter with righty Grayson Rodriguez, who has a 3-1 record with a 4.45 ERA. This game marks the first meeting between these American League East rivals this season. Baltimore is currently the betting favorite with a line opening at -131 and remaining unchanged.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Yankees +120 | Orioles -131
• Spread: Yankees +1.5 (-177) | Orioles -1.5 (+153)
• Total: Over/Under 8.75 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Baltimore will win straight-up is 57%.

New York vs Baltimore Stats

New York Yankees

The New York Yankees bounced back with two wins against the Brewers in Milwaukee, regaining momentum after a series split with Oakland. With Sunday's win, they moved a game ahead of Baltimore in the AL East standings. NY ranks well in offensive categories like OBP, OPS, home runs, and RBI, while their pitching staff holds strong with a 3.12 ERA and 1.21 WHIP. Schmidt will start on Monday, coming off a solid performance against the Athletics. While he has struggled against Baltimore in the past, he has kept his opponents to three or fewer runs this season. Overall, the Yankees have a power ranking of 14, ranking high in offense and defense, with a 18-10 record this season. To maximize profits, consider checking out the top sportsbooks.

Baltimore Orioles Analysis

Baltimore Orioles lost two of three to the A's over the weekend, resulting in a loss of their first-place lead in the AL East. Despite this setback, the Orioles have won ten of their last 13 games and remain a competitive team. They will face the New York Yankees next in hopes of getting back on track. The Orioles have impressive offensive statistics, ranking 3rd in OPS and 1st in home runs and RBI. On the pitching side, they have a 3.87 ERA and 1.18 WHIP. Rookie pitcher Rodriguez will take the mound on Monday night, coming off a tough outing but showing promise in previous games. The Orioles have a power ranking of 12 and are 17-9 overall this season. In their last three matchups, the Yankees have won two out of three games against Baltimore. For more MLB expert picks, check out our recommendations.

Yankees Look to Capitalize on Momentum Against Orioles Despite Rodriguez's Struggles

The New York Yankees enter this upcoming series with a significant amount of momentum compared to the Baltimore Orioles. There is an opportunity for the Yankees to capitalize on facing Rodriguez, who is coming off a recent poor performance. Although Rodriguez has shown improvement in his previous starts, his struggles with control this season, evident by his nine walks, could be exploited by the Yankees. With a strong ability to get on base and drive in runs, the Yankees have the potential to take advantage of any pitching mistakes by Rodriguez. On the other hand, Schmidt, while not receiving as much attention as Rodriguez, has been consistently reliable for the Yankees this season with 20 strikeouts in his last three starts and solid performances against several opponents. With a solid bullpen to support him, the Yankees' chances of success are high. Betting on the Yankees moneyline at favorable odds of +115 to +120 seems like a wise decision for the upcoming game.

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