Baltimore Orioles vs. New York Yankees: Preview, Predictions and Picks for September 26, 2024

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Sep 26, 2024 6:13 AM
The Baltimore Orioles look to complete a three-game sweep of the New York Yankees on Thursday at Yankee Stadium, having taken a commanding 2-0 series lead. The Orioles, led by their strong road record, will aim to extend their regular season series lead over the Yankees to 9-4. The matchup is set for 7:05 PM on September 26, 2024.
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Orioles vs Yankees starting pitchers

  • Gerrit Cole for New York Yankees
  • Corbin Burnes for Baltimore Orioles

Orioles vs Yankees statistics

Stat Orioles Yankees
Hits 1347 (7th) 1326 (8th)
Batting Average .249 (9th) .249 (8th)
Runs Batted In 736 (5th) 762 (3rd)
Runs 763 (5th) 793 (3rd)
Home Runs 228 (2nd) 232 (1st)
Walks 479 (15th) 651 (1st)
Stolen Bases 98 (18th) 82 (25th)
Strikeouts 1323 (18th) 1281 (Tied-21st)
Pitches 23462 (8th) 24344 (1st)

New York Yankees recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/25/24 vs Baltimore Orioles L 9-7
9/24/24 vs Baltimore Orioles L 5-3
9/22/24 @ Oakland Athletics W 7-4
9/21/24 @ Oakland Athletics W 10-0
9/20/24 @ Oakland Athletics W 4-2 F/10

Baltimore Orioles recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/25/24 @ New York Yankees W 9-7
9/24/24 @ New York Yankees W 5-3
9/22/24 vs Detroit Tigers L 4-3
9/21/24 vs Detroit Tigers L 6-4 F/10
9/20/24 vs Detroit Tigers W 7-1

Orioles vs Yankees predictions

As the Baltimore Orioles gear up to face the New York Yankees in what promises to be an exciting matchup, several Orioles players look positioned to make significant impacts. Gunnar Henderson, with his solid .285 batting average, seems ready to continue his hot streak, potentially adding crucial hits and runs. Meanwhile, Anthony Santander, boasting 44 home runs and 101 RBIs, could be the power hitter the Orioles need to challenge the Yankees' pitchers effectively. Corbin Burnes, taking the mound with a sturdy ERA of 2.95 and 172 strikeouts, will be a critical factor in keeping the Yankees' hitters in check.

On the flip side, the Yankees have their share of heavy hitters ready to swing back. Aaron Judge, with an impressive batting average of .324 and 57 home runs, is always a threat every time he steps up to the plate. His ability to change the game with a single swing could be pivotal in this series finale. Additionally, Gerrit Cole brings his own strengths to the hill with a respectable ERA of 3.67 and 94 strikeouts, looking to stymie the Orioles' lineup and secure a win for New York.

Considering the current form and stats, the Orioles seem to have a slight edge, especially with their strong performances in the previous games of the series. Their ability to execute both at the plate and on the mound might just be enough to complete the sweep. However, with the Yankees playing at home and the presence of key players like Judge and Cole, the game could certainly swing either way. This matchup is gearing up to be a tightly contested battle, but I'll lean towards a bold prediction: the Orioles might just pull off the sweep, given their momentum and comprehensive team effort seen so far in the series.

New York Yankees injuries

  • DJ LeMahieu (3B): 10-Day-IL
  • JT Brubaker (SP): 60-Day-IL
  • Jake Cousins (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Nestor Cortes (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Lou Trivino (RP): 60-Day-IL

Baltimore Orioles injuries

  • Burch Smith (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Jorge Mateo (2B): 60-Day-IL
  • Felix Bautista (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Nate Webb (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Grayson Rodriguez (SP): 15-Day-IL

Orioles vs Yankees game info

Venue Yankee Stadium
Location Bronx, New York
First pitch Thu 7:05 PM
Temperature 72°
Chance of Rain 44%

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