MLB Prediction: New York Yankees vs Baltimore Orioles

Introduction

The New York Yankees (54-48) will be up against the Baltimore Orioles (62-40) at the Oriole Park. According to ESPN Analytics, the Yankees are favored with a probability of 60.5% to win the match. 

New York Yankees (54-48, 22-24 AWAY)

Pitching Analysis

Gerrit Cole is the projected starting pitcher for the Yankees. With a record of 9-2, a 2.78 ERA, and a 1.08 WHIP, Cole’s season has been outstanding. The low ERA indicates a solid ability to limit runs, which could pose a challenge for the Orioles.

Hitting Analysis

Aaron Judge, who is back in the lineup after a stint on the 10-Day IL, has been the offensive highlight for the Yankees, with 19 home runs and a .291 average. His return is likely to provide a significant power boost to the Yankees' lineup.

Injury Report

The Yankees have a few injuries, including key pitcher Luis Serna and Jonathan Loaisiga both on the 60-day injured list, and Roderick Arias listed as out. Despite these injuries, the return of Aaron Judge could balance out the team's performance.

Baltimore Orioles (62-40, 30-20 HOME)

Pitching Analysis

The Orioles will likely start with Grayson Rodriguez on the mound. Rodriguez has a 2-2 record, a high 6.91 ERA, and a 1.66 WHIP. His high ERA and WHIP indicate struggles with control, which could be exploited by the Yankees' hitters.

Hitting Analysis

Anthony Santander has been a standout for the Orioles, leading the team in home runs (17) and RBIs (55). However, his performance might not be enough against the formidable Yankees' pitcher, Gerrit Cole.

Injury Report

The Orioles have some injury concerns with key players Aaron Hicks and Cedric Mullins on the 10-day injured list, which could affect the team's overall performance.

Prediction