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Prediction: New York Yankees VS Los Angeles Angels 2025-05-28

Published May 28, 2025, 5:29 a.m. · MLB

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Prediction: New York Yankees VS Los Angeles Angels 2025-05-28

The Bronx Bombers are heading to the City of Angels, and I've got my eyes on a juicy matchup. The New York Yankees (33-20) are set to take on the Los Angeles Angels (25-28) at Angel Stadium, and I'm predicting a thrilling contest.

The Yankees have been on fire, winning 67.4% of their games as favorites, and their pitching staff boasts a 3.34 team ERA, good for seventh in the MLB. Aaron Judge is having an MVP-caliber season, leading the team in batting average (.398), home runs (18), and RBIs (47). With Carlos Rodon on the mound, the Yankees have a significant edge in the pitching matchup.

The Angels, on the other hand, have been struggling without Mike Trout, and their recent hot streak has been snapped with a three-game losing skid. Yusei Kikuchi will try to stem the tide, but with an ERA of 3.17 and 8.1 strikeouts per nine innings, he'll face a tough test against the Yankees' potent lineup.

Given the odds, I'm taking the New York Yankees to win on the moneyline at 1.61 (BetOnline.ag). The Yankees have a strong track record as favorites, and with Rodon on the mound, I expect them to come out on top.

As for the spread, I recommend taking the Yankees -1.5 at 1.95 (Caesars). The Angels have been inconsistent, and with the Yankees' powerful offense, I think they'll cover the spread.

For the total, I'm leaning towards the Under 9.0 at 1.83 (BetMGM). The Yankees' pitching staff has been solid, and while the Angels have some power, I think the Under is a safer bet.

Best Bet: New York Yankees to win on the moneyline at 1.61 (BetOnline.ag)

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