New York Yankees vs Tampa Bay Rays MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedAugust 19, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:August 19, 2025 ,

MLB New York Yankees vs Tampa Bay Rays Prediction 8/19

The New York Yankees will play the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. The game will take place at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, FL, starting at 7:35 PM. Fans can catch the action on FDSSU, with weather expected to be very hot and a light rain in the forecast.

Yankees vs. Rays Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Yankees -144. The Yankees have a better recent record with a 7-3 streak in their last 10 games. Carlos Rodón is pitching well with a 3.25 ERA, which gives the Yankees an edge.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.5 (-116). Both teams have shown inconsistent hitting recently. With Rodón’s strong pitching and Baz’s potential to limit runs, the total may stay under.

Team Trends

  • The New York Yankees have a road record of 30-32 this season.
  • The Tampa Bay Rays have a home record of 32-30 this season.
  • The Yankees are on a 3-game winning streak, with a 7-3 record in their last 10 games.
  • The Rays have a 5-5 record in their last 10 games and are coming off a loss.
  • The game will be played at George M. Steinbrenner Field, an outdoor stadium in Tampa, FL.

Yankees vs Rays Preview

The New York Yankees are set to play the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. The game will be held at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, FL, starting at 7:35 PM. Fans can watch the game on FDSSU, with weather conditions expected to be very hot and a chance of light rain.

The Yankees come into the game with a record of 67-57, holding third place in their division. They have won their last three games and are 7-3 in their last ten. Carlos Rodón will be on the mound for the Yankees, bringing an ERA of 3.25 and a WHIP of 1.06. The Rays, with a record of 61-64, are fourth in the division. Shane Baz will start for the Rays, with an ERA of 4.93 and a WHIP of 1.33. The Rays have split their last ten games, going 5-5.

Rays Ready for Action

The Tampa Bay Rays have some strong hitters this season. Junior Caminero leads the team with 35 home runs and 85 RBIs. Yandy Díaz and Brandon Lowe also contribute with solid performances, hitting 20 and 24 home runs, respectively. The Rays’ team batting average is .250, ranking 7th in the league. They have hit 137 home runs, placing them 13th overall. Their on-base percentage is .312, which ranks 12th. Shane Baz will start as the pitcher for the Rays. He has an ERA of 4.93 and a win-loss record of 8-9. The Rays’ pitching staff has an ERA of 3.92, ranking 14th in the league.

Yankees Aim for Victory

The New York Yankees have a strong lineup this season. Jazz Chisholm Jr. leads the team with 21 home runs and a .236 batting average. Anthony Volpe and Ben Rice each have 18 home runs, adding depth to the lineup. Paul Goldschmidt has the highest batting average on the team at .280. He also leads in runs with 66. Ryan McMahon and Austin Wells contribute with 17 and 15 home runs, respectively. Carlos Rodón will pitch for the Yankees. He has an ERA of 3.25 and a win-loss record of 12-7. The Yankees’ pitching staff ranks 16th in ERA at 4.02.

Final Betting Pick

The Yankees are favored with a money line of -144. They have been strong in their recent games, winning 7 out of the last 10. Carlos Rodón is a key player, with a 3.25 ERA and a 12-7 record, which makes him a reliable pitcher for this game.

The over/under is set at 8.5, with a prediction for the total to stay under. Both teams have had inconsistent hitting, as seen in their recent games. With Rodón’s solid pitching and Shane Baz’s ability to limit runs, the game might not see many runs scored.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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