“Backed off the plate, closed up a little. Feel like I’ve been opening up a bit,’’ said Chisholm.
The New York Yankees aim to extend their six-game win streak when they take on the Houston Astros on Friday at 8:10 p.m. ET. The Yankees currently hold a record of 16-9, placing them first in the AL East.
In contrast, the Astros struggle with a record of 10-16, landing them fifth in the AL West. This matchup comes after the Yankees swept a three-game series at Boston.
Will Warren will start for the Yankees. He boasts a 2-0 record and a 2.49 ERA this season. Meanwhile, Lance McCullers Jr. takes the mound for the Astros with a record of 1-1 and an ERA of 6.20.
The Yankees lineup features notable players like Aaron Judge, Ben Rice, and Jazz Chisholm Jr. Rice has hit eight home runs this season, ranking fifth in MLB.
The betting odds favor the Yankees with a -145 moneyline compared to the Astros’ +120. The over/under for this game is set at 9.0 runs.
As of midday, weather conditions are expected to be warm—around 81°F—at first pitch in Daikin Park, Houston.
Yankees captain Aaron Judge was seen taking grounders at third base earlier today, indicating he is ready for action.
This game is crucial for both teams. The Yankees want to maintain momentum while the Astros seek to reverse their fortunes.
Fans eagerly await what promises to be an intense matchup between these two teams.
