Yankees vs. Rockies: Game 1 predictions, odds and picks - August 23, MLB 2024
The New York Yankees will remain at home as they welcome the Colorado Rockies in the Bronx on Friday. The Yanks are coming off an important series win against the Cleveland Guardians. In the last three games, they have scored 19 runs and given up 10 in return.
Gerrit Cole rocked the Guardians in his last outing, winning his 150th career game as he pitched six scoreless innings to help his team win. From the plate, Aaron Judge smashed his 48th home run while Giancarlo Stanton hit a three-run homer.
Manager Aaron Boone will hand over the ball to Carlos Rodon as their starter in Game 1 against the Rockies. Rodon's pitching skills have saved the Yanks in several games. With a 4.34 ERA and 13-8 record, Rodon has played a crucial role in the team's success.
Meanwhile, the Rockies hold the third-worst record in the MLB and will soon be eliminated from the playoffs. It's been a hard year for the team as it sits at the bottom of the NL West. The Rockies dropped their last game to the Washington Nationals with an 8-3 final score.
In the last three games, they surrendered 15 runs and scored just seven in return. It's going to be a battle of left-handed pitchers as Kyle Freeland gets the ball against Rodon. Freeland has a terrible 5.97 ERA with a 3-5 record.
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Where to watch Yankees vs. Rockies?
Game 1 will be telecast on YES. The online stream will take place on Fubo TV and MLB TV, with the first pitch set to go out at 7:05 p.m. EDT.
Yankees vs. Rockies Prediction
This will be an unbalanced game as the Bronx Bombers hold the upper hand. The Yanks are stronger than the Rockies, with a strong offense and a well-balanced pitching unit. The bullpen has equally performed well for the team since the All-Star break.
New York is ranked No. 7 in the league with a team ERA of 3.76, while Colorado holds the worst team ERA in the majors with 5.54. Pitching against top offensive hitters like Aaron Judge, Juan Soto and Giancarlo Stanton is going to be a tough challenge for the Rockies. An easy victory lies ahead of the Yanks.
Prediction: New York Yankees -1.5 (-125).