The Los Angeles Angels and New York Yankees face off in the second game of their four-game series at Yankee Stadium in Bronx, New York. The Angels secured a 4-0 victory in Game 1, snapping the Yankees’ three-game home losing streak. New York looks to bounce back, while Los Angeles aims to build momentum on the road.
Game Details
- Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
- Time: 7:05 PM ET
- Venue: Yankee Stadium, Bronx, NY
- TV Broadcast: YES Network, Bally Sports West, MLB Network
Team Overview & Recent Form
Los Angeles Angels (35-37, 19-21 Away)
The Angels dominated Game 1, shutting out the Yankees 4-0 behind a strong pitching performance. Taylor Ward and Luis Rengifo led the offense, while Nolan Schanuel and Zach Neto contributed key RBIs. Los Angeles has won three of its last five games, showing signs of improvement.
Key Players to Watch
- Taylor Ward – Leads the Angels with 18 home runs and 47 RBI.
- Nolan Schanuel – Batting .282, with 10 doubles and 7 home runs.
- Kyle Hendricks (SP) – 4-6 record, 5.20 ERA, coming off a six-inning, two-run performance.
New York Yankees (42-30, 21-13 Home)
The Yankees struggled offensively in Game 1, managing just four hits in the shutout loss. Aaron Judge and Paul Goldschmidt were held in check, while Will Warren allowed three runs in five innings. New York has now lost four of its last five games, raising concerns about its lineup’s consistency.
Key Players to Watch
- Aaron Judge – Leads MLB with 26 home runs and 60 RBI.
- Paul Goldschmidt – Batting .311, with 14 doubles and 7 home runs.
- Marcus Stroman (SP) – 6-3 record, 3.45 ERA, looking to rebound after a four-run outing vs. Baltimore.
Tactical Analysis & Key Matchups
- Angels’ Offense vs. Yankees’ Pitching – Los Angeles’ power hitters vs. New York’s rotation depth.
- Home Run Battle – The Yankees rank first in MLB with 98 home runs, while the Angels have 75.
- Starting Pitcher Duel – Hendricks’ finesse pitching vs. Stroman’s ground-ball dominance.
New York’s home-field advantage and elite power hitters give them the edge, but Los Angeles’ recent momentum could make this a competitive game. Expect a tight battle, with the Yankees likely securing a bounce-back win.
Game Odds
Los Angeles Angels 9.5
New York Yankees – 225
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, June 17, 2025
