Yankees vs. Rockies: Game 2 predictions, odds and picks - August 24, MLB 2024
After an easy win in Game 1, the New York Yankees look forward to taking the series from the Colorado Rockies as they enter Game 2. Carlos Rodon had a spectacular outing with six scoreless innings and five strikeouts while the Rockies failed to score as the Yanks' bullpen held the game down.
Offensively, Giancarlo Stanton and Aaron Judge went deep with home runs. Judge smashed his 49th home run on the season while Anthony Volple scored on an error. Jazz Chisholm Jr. was back in the lineup for the Bronx Bombers.
Aaron Boone will experiment with Will Warren on the mound against the struggling Rockies. It's a good chance for Warren to prove his worth to the team and improve his 8.59 ERA.
Kyle Freeland suffered the loss for the Rockies after surrendering two earned runs in 6.2 innings pitched. The Rockies offense crumbled against their opponent. Following their loss, they dropped their record to 47-82.
Bradley Blalock will be sent to the mound in this game as their starting pitcher. Blalock is a rookie pitcher who holds a 2.92 ERA but going up against a powerful offense like NY's is going to be challenging for the righty. The Rockies must provide support from the plate if they want to win.
Yankees vs. Rockies: Baseball betting odds
Where to watch the Yankees vs. Rockies?
Game 2 will be telecast on YES, MLBN, and Colorado Rockies. The online stream will take place on Fubo TV and MLBN TV. The first pitch is scheduled to go out at 2:05 PM EDT.
Yankees vs. Rockies: Prediction
It's going to be a battle of rookie pitchers as the Warren takes on Blalock. Offense will play a crucial role in this game and Blalock will have a disadvantage against the powerful Yanks.
The Bronx Bombers have a dominating offense that has been on fire over the last week. Juan Soto, Judge, and Stanton continue to hit for their team while the presence of Chisholm has bolstered their offense. The bullpen must play an important role as well to help them win.
With the odds in their favor, NY is predicted to win this game with ease and take the series.
Prediction: New York Yankees -1.5 (-275).