Jun 19, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; Baltimore Orioles center fielder Cedric Mullins (31) hits an RBI single in the tenth inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
- The Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees face off for the deciding game of their best-of-three weekday series in the Bronx Thursday at 4:05 p.m.
- The series has been a close one, with New York taking the first matchup and Baltimore outlasting the top-ranked Yankees in Game 2.
- See the best picks, odds and a prediction for Thursday’s game below.
The New York Yankees and Baltimore Orioles, 2 of the top teams in Major League Baseball, have played an excellent series leading into Thursday’s deciding matchup at Yankee Stadium. First pitch is slated for 4:05 p.m.
The Yankees and Orioles are No. 1 and 2 across many statistical categories in the majors, and the previous 2 games have been decided by just 3 runs. Game 1 was a low-scoring affair while Game 2 saw some of the teams’ top bats come out in full force.
Keep reading for a look at the odds for Thursday’s matchup.
Orioles vs. Yankees Odds
| Team | Runline | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Orioles | +1.5 (-170) | +115 | O 8.5 (-115) |
| New York Yankees | -1.5 (+143) | -135 | U 8.5 (-105) |
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As you can see, the Yankees are the favorite for Thursday’s matchup at -135 moneyline odds. As per usual with a close game, Orioles +1.5 is heavily favored at -170 over +143 for Yankees -1.5.
This will be the 7th matchup this season for these 2 teams, Baltimore leading the way at 4-2 after a 3-1 series victory in Baltimore back in early May. The Orioles needed 10 innings to down the Yankees last night, winning 7-6.
Four of the six games played to this point have been under the set total of 8.5, though the over is slightly favored in this contest.
Orioles vs. Yankees Best Value Player Props (June 20)
| Player Props (Baltimore vs. New York) | Odds |
|---|---|
| Luis Gil under 6.5 Ks | -145 |
| Aaron Judge Over 1.5 Bases | -140 |
| Cole Irvin Over 5.5 Hits allowed | -125 |
All odds above via DraftKings Sportsbook.
Gil has been under this total in 3 of his last 10, and 2 of those “over” outings came against the Athletics and Mariners – teams with the most strikeouts of any in the country. In addition, he’s been throwing less innings lately and faces an Orioles team that simply doesn’t strike out much.
Judge will be out for blood Thursday at Yankee stadium, and he’s hit .500 against Cole Irvin with a home run once already in his career.
I just don’t think this is going to be a very close game for the Orioles after fighting for the win yesterday. Irvin has allowed 8.5 hits per game across his last 3 outings and faces one of the top hitting lineups in the majors.
New York Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles Prediction (June 20)
Aaron Boone told reporters Wednesday night that he’s “hopeful” Aaron Judge will be back in the lineup after exiting Wednesday’s game with a wrist injury.
Assuming Judge is back and understanding the Yankees are throwing one of the top pitchers in baseball tonight, Yankees -1.5 is my favorite play. New York is just in a better spot with Gil on the mound and has historically done very well against Irvin in the past, posting at .310 average with .396 OBP.
Yankees vs. Orioles pick: Yankees -1.5 (+143)
Ethan Stone was an editor for his student newspaper at the University of Tennessee and is now a News Manager for Saturday Down South and contributor with SBD!
The Baltimore Orioles are set to take on the New York Yankees on June 20th in what promises to be an exciting matchup. As fans gear up for the game, many are looking to make predictions and target player props to add some extra excitement to the experience.
One player prop that could be worth targeting in this game is the over/under on home runs. Both teams have some powerful hitters in their lineups, so there is a good chance that we could see a few balls leave the park. Players like Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton for the Yankees, and Trey Mancini and Ryan Mountcastle for the Orioles, are all capable of hitting home runs on any given night. Keep an eye on the weather conditions and pitching matchups to help inform your decision on this prop.
Another player prop to consider is the over/under on strikeouts for the starting pitchers. Both teams have solid pitching staffs, so it will be interesting to see how many strikeouts each starter can rack up. Look at the strikeout rates of the pitchers, as well as the opposing team’s strikeout tendencies, to help make an informed prediction on this prop.
In terms of overall predictions for the game, it’s worth noting that the Yankees have had the upper hand in recent matchups with the Orioles. However, baseball is a game of unpredictability, and anything can happen on any given day. Look at factors like recent form, injuries, and head-to-head matchups to help inform your prediction on which team will come out on top.
Ultimately, making predictions and targeting player props can add an extra layer of excitement to watching a baseball game. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just looking to spice up your viewing experience, keep these tips in mind as you prepare for the Orioles vs Yankees game on June 20th.
