The New York Yankees are set to meet the Seattle Mariners on the evening of September 18, 2024, at T-Mobile Park. The first pitch is scheduled for 9:40 PM under what is expected to be mildly cloudy skies. This game features an intriguing pitching duel with Nestor Cortes of the Yankees, who holds a 3.903 ERA, going up against Bryce Miller of the Mariners, sporting a 3.120 ERA.
In the 2024 American League East Division, the Yankees lead with an 88-63 record, reflecting a .583 winning percentage. This includes a divisional record of 25-24. Recent performance data shows the Yankees as strong contenders, with seven wins in their last ten games and currently on a two-game winning streak. The Yankees have also exhibited solid play both at home and on the road with records of 42-33 and 46-30 respectively. Their scoring stands at 758 runs against an allowance of 626 runs.
Meanwhile, the Mariners hold the eighth place in the AL West Division with a record of 77-74 (.510). They have a decent division record of 25-18. Despite a recent loss, their performance over the last ten games includes six wins. The Mariners show a stronger performance at home with a 45-31 record, compared to on the road at 32-43. They have aggregated 619 runs, conceding 575 runs thus far.
Let’s delve into the betting prospects for this game. The current point spread is 1.5, favoring the visiting Yankees, with the over/under set at 7.5 runs. Betting odds indicate the Yankees as slight favorites with an AwayTeamMoneyLine of -120, while the Mariners are positioned close by with a HomeTeamMoneyLine of 101. These factors together suggest a closely contested game, making it an exciting watch for fans and bettors alike.