Angels vs. Yankees MLB Preview (8/8/24): NRFI/YRFI Odds, Prediction, & Stats

Written By Editorial Team on August 8, 2024
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The Los Angeles Angels are set to play the New York Yankees on Thursday, Aug 8, at 5:05 p.m. at Yankee Stadium, New York. The game features pitchers Tyler Anderson of the Angels with a NRFI record of 14-8 and Nestor Cortes of the Yankees with a NRFI record of 16-7. NRFI betting odds are listed at -115 and YRFI odds at -120 according to DraftKings. The forecast predicts overcast clouds with a high of 72 degrees. This information is crucial for those interested in mlb betting and looking at the odds for the NRFI/YRFI market.

Angels vs. Yankees NRFI/YRFI odds: August 8

The MLB betting scene is keenly observing the NRFI and YRFI odds for the upcoming game between the Angels and Yankees. DraftKings Massachusetts has set the odds at -120 for YRFI and -115 for NRFI, indicating a close call between the two outcomes. The calculated probabilities are 54.55% for YRFI and 53.49% for NRFI, reflecting a nearly even split in expectations.

  • DraftKings YRFI: -120
  • DraftKings NRFI: -115

MLB odds are subject to change.

Angels vs. Yankees NRFI/YRFI Prediction for Thursday

Massachusetts sportsbooks see tonight’s first inning between the Angels and Yankees as a tossup, suggesting just as much likelihood of a run as there is no likelihood of one. Both pitchers boast relatively strong first-inning records this season and are known for keeping batters off the bases early on in the game.

Angels vs. Yankees NRFI/YRFI Prediction: NRFI

Angels vs. Yankees Pitching Matchup for 8/8

Nestor Cortes (L) (NYY)StatTyler Anderson (L) (LAA)
16-7NRFI/YRFI Record14-8
22.1%K%17.9%
5.1%BB%8.9%
1.20WHIP1.17
1.39HR/91.06

Tyler Anderson from the Angels shows a solid season with a 1.172 WHIP, 17.9 K%, and a 1.06 HR/9, holding a NRFI/YRFI record of 14-8. Nestor Cortes of the Yankees counters with a 1.195 WHIP, 22.1 K%, and a 1.39 HR/9, boasting a NRFI/YRFI record of 16-7. Both pitchers have demonstrated effectiveness in controlling the game’s early innings.

Looking at venue performance, Anderson’s away WHIP stands at 0.97 with a HR/9 of 0.77, indicating strong away game performance. Cortes shines at home with a 0.88 WHIP and a HR/9 of 1.17, suggesting a solid home-field advantage. Against left and right-hand hitters, Anderson and Cortes adjust their strategy, with Anderson’s WHIP at 1.18 against righties and Cortes at 1.22, both showing versatility.

Tyler Anderson Split Stats

HomeStatAway
16.3%K%20.3%
8.9%BB%9.1%
1.32WHIP0.97
1.29HR/90.77
Vs. LeftStatVs. Right
17.8%K%18.5%
9.3%BB%9.1%
1.13WHIP1.18
1.45HR/90.94

Nestor Cortes Split Stats

HomeStatAway
24.4%K%19.8%
3.3%BB%6.7%
0.88WHIP1.55
1.17HR/91.63
Vs. LeftStatVs. Right
27.6%K%21.5%
7.6%BB%4.6%
1.09WHIP1.22
0.35HR/91.64

Angels vs. Yankees NRFI/YRFI Record

  • Angels NRFI: 78.07%
  • Angels YRFI: 21.93%
  • Angels Opponent NRFI: 69.30%
  • Angels Opponent YRFI: 30.70%
  • Yankees NRFI: 61.74%
  • Yankees YRFI: 38.26%
  • Yankees Opponent NRFI: 72.17%
  • Yankees Opponent YRFI: 27.83%

All data is pulled from Sportsdata.io

Angels Lineup vs. Nestor Cortes (L)

Zach Neto and Kevin Pillar show promising numbers against left-hand pitchers, with Neto posting a .456 wOBA and Pillar a .402 wOBA, indicating potential for early scores. The Angels’ ability to connect with the ball is highlighted by ISO figures like Pillar’s .222, suggesting they can exploit Cortes’ 1.39 HR/9 rate. However, Cortes’ strikeout ability, with a K% of 22.1, might challenge the Angels’ hitters.

Yankees Lineup vs. Tyler Anderson (L)

Aaron Judge and Juan Soto are key threats in the Yankees lineup against lefties, with Judge’s .481 wOBA and Soto’s .432 wOBA, combined with Judge’s impressive .383 ISO, indicating potential for high scoring. Anderson’s performance, with a WHIP of 1.17 and a HR/9 of 1.06, will be tested against the Yankees’ power hitters. The matchup’s dynamics could influence betting odds, as Anderson’s K% of 17.9 faces hitters with high walk rates like Judge’s 42%.

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