Astros vs Yankees Predictions, Picks & Odds (Aug. 6)

[Hannman]

When it rains, it pours, and the Yankees (57-52, 34-26 home) have to be feeling that way after a difficult week, even though they have to be pleased with Thursday’s 4-3 win over the Astros (62-48, 31-23 away) at Yankee Stadium.

Firstly, GM Brian Cashman made no significant additions at the deadline. Then, Domingo German had a clubhouse incident that led him to enter an alcohol abuse treatment center. Finally, Anthony Rizzo was placed on the injured list with a “likely” concussion traced back to May!

Trying to ignore the outside noise, the first pitch between the Astros and Yankees on Friday, August 4th is scheduled for 7:05 pm ET with Apple TV+ showing the game. Below, we dish out the Astros vs Yankees odds, while offering up our best bet and prediction.

Astros vs Yankees Odds​

Team	Moneyline	Runline	Total
Houston Astros	-145	-1.5 (+115)	O 9 (-110)
New York Yankees	+125	+1.5 (-135)	U 9 (-110)

Snapping a 7-game losing streak to the Astros on Thursday, the Yankees can breathe a sigh of relief after winning the series opener. Nonetheless, it’s the Astros who are -141 favorites to even things at a game apiece when they go head-to-head on Friday.

Unfortunately, a healthy amount of rain is in the forecast Friday evening in New York as there is a 70% chance of a thunderstorm during game time. Wind gusts are expected to blow around 22 miles per hour with temperatures in the low 70’s, but hopefully the wet weather will avoid the Bronx.

 

[CR7]

The Yankees have indeed had a challenging week with the absence of significant additions at the trade deadline, Domingo German's alcohol abuse treatment, and Anthony Rizzo landing on the injured list. Despite these setbacks, the Yankees managed to secure a 4-3 win over the Astros in their previous game.

For Friday's matchup, the Astros are favored at -145 on the moneyline, while the Yankees are underdogs at +125. The runline has the Astros at -1.5 (+115) and the Yankees at +1.5 (-135). The total is set at 9 runs with both the over and under sitting at -110.

The Yankees snapped a seven-game losing streak against the Astros in their last game, which should provide them with some relief. However, the Astros are favored to even the series at one game apiece.

There is a 70% chance of thunderstorms during game time, which may pose challenges for both teams. The wind gusts are expected to reach 22 miles per hour, and temperatures will be in the low 70s. Hopefully, the rain will stay away from Yankee Stadium.

Considering the weather conditions and the recent struggles of the Yankees, it's hard to pinpoint a clear favorite. Both teams have talented rosters, and the outcome of the game could be influenced by unpredictable factors such as rain delays or wind affecting fly balls. It will be interesting to see how the Yankees respond to their recent setbacks and if the Astros can bounce back after their loss on Thursday.

As for a best bet and prediction, it is always wise to consider the weather conditions before placing a wager. If the rain is significant and the game is delayed or shortened, it could impact the outcome and make it harder to predict. However, if the weather cooperates, the Astros might have an edge due to their strong overall record and the struggles the Yankees have faced recently. Ultimately, it's important to conduct thorough research and weigh all the variables before making a decision.