Yankees vs. Rockies: game Preview, Odds, and Expert Picks
Denver, CO – The New York Yankees (30-19) are set to clash with the Colorado Rockies (8-42) at Coors Field on Friday, May 23, 2025.First pitch is scheduled for 8:40 p.m. EST. Yankees fans can catch the game on YES, while Rockies supporters can tune in to COLR.
Pitching Matchup
- New York Yankees: Clarke Schmidt (1-1, 4.41 ERA)
- colorado Rockies: Chase Dollander (2-5, 6.28 ERA)
Did You Know?
Coors Field is known for its hitter-pleasant environment due to the altitude, which can affect the flight of the ball. This often leads to higher-scoring games.
Recent Performances
The Yankees are coming off a strong 1-0 victory against the Texas Rangers,completing a series sweep. Jorbit Vivas celebrated his first career home run, providing the sole run of the game. Carlos Rodon, along with three relievers, secured the shutout.
Conversely, the Rockies suffered a 2-0 defeat against the Philadelphia Phillies, marking their fourth loss in the series. German Marquez pitched impressively, allowing only one earned run over seven innings, but received no offensive support.
Odds and Betting Insights
Here’s a look at the latest betting odds:
- Moneyline: Yankees (-302), Rockies (+242)
- Spread: Yankees -1.5
- total: 12.0 runs
Pro Tip
When betting on games at Coors Field, consider the over/under. The high altitude often results in more runs scored, so betting the over might be a strategic move.
Starting Pitcher Stats
- Clarke Schmidt (Yankees): Last outing – May 17 vs. Mets: 6 IP, 2 ER, 3 H, 5 BB, 5 Ks
- Chase Dollander (Rockies): Last outing – May 18 at Arizona: 4.2 IP, 1 ER, 3 H, 2 BB, 6 Ks
Key Trends and Insights
- The yankees have won seven of their last nine games.
- The rockies have lost 16 of their last 20 home games.
- Six of the Yankees’ last seven games (86%) have stayed under the total.
- aaron Judge is hitting .358 (24-67) in May, but his average has dropped to .396.
- Jasson Dominguez is 6-26 (.231) over his last seven games.
Expert Picks and Predictions
NBC Sports bet is providing the following recommendations for Friday’s game:
- Moneyline: New York Yankees
- Spread: New York Yankees -1.5
- Total: Under 12.0 runs
Reader Question
Do you think the yankees’ strong pitching will be enough to overcome the Rockies’ home-field advantage at Coors Field?
Expert Analysis
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