The New York Yankees are hoping to snap a three-game losing streak as they head to Baltimore to face the Orioles on Monday. Sitting second in the AL East with a strong 26-15 record, the Bronx Bombers have been dominant in this season series so far, winning all four previous meetings against their division rivals.
On the mound for New York will be left-hander Ryan Weathers, who brings a solid 3.03 ERA and 45 strikeouts into the matchup. The Orioles will counter with Brandon Young, who holds a 4.35 ERA but has been effective in limited action this season. The Yankees enter as clear favorites, with oddsmakers setting the line at -178.
Baltimore has struggled to find consistency, sitting at 18-23 overall and just 10-11 at home. Their recent form has been particularly troubling, going 3-7 in their last 10 games while allowing nearly seven runs per contest. However, the Orioles have shown resilience when keeping the ball in the park, posting an 8-4 record in games without allowing a home run.
The Yankees, meanwhile, boast the American League's best team ERA at 3.15 and have been solid on the road with a 12-9 mark. Aaron Judge continues to anchor the lineup with 16 home runs, while Ben Rice has been heating up recently with three homers in his last 10 games.
Both teams are dealing with significant injuries. The Orioles have a lengthy list that includes key players like Jordan Westburg, Felix Bautista, and Ryan Mountcastle, all on the 60-day IL. The Yankees are also banged up, with Giancarlo Stanton and Gerrit Cole among those sidelined.
As the season heats up, this series offers the Yankees a chance to regain momentum and the Orioles an opportunity to turn things around. For fans looking to rep their team's colors, this matchup is a reminder that every game counts in the tight AL East race.
