Venue: Truist Park, Atlanta, GA
First Pitch: 1:35 PM ET
Watch Live: ESPN, MLB.TV, YES Network, Bally Sports South
After splitting the first two games, Sunday’s matchup at Truist Park will determine the series winner. The Yankees are looking to build momentum in the AL East playoff race, while the Braves aim to rebound from a rocky season and capitalize on home-field advantage.
Atlanta enters the game with a 25-23 home record, while New York is 24-25 on the road. The Yankees are 42-11 when they outhit their opponents, and the Braves rank ninth in the NL in team on-base percentage (.316).
Starting Pitchers – July 20, 2025
| Team | Pitcher | Record | ERA | WHIP | Strikeouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yankees | Marcus Stroman (RHP) | 1-5 | 6.66 | 1.64 | 13% K rate |
| Braves | Grant Holmes (RHP) | 3-4 | 4.21 | 1.31 | 78 |
- Marcus Stroman has struggled mightily, allowing a .283 opponent batting average and a 5.27 SIERA. His average exit velocity allowed is nearly 92 mph.
- Grant Holmes has had difficulty containing left-handed hitters, which could favor Yankees sluggers like Cody Bellinger and Aaron Judge.
Players to Watch
Atlanta Braves
- Ronald Acuña Jr.: Batting .321 with 12 HR, 34 walks; hitting third in the lineup boosts his RBI potential
- Matt Olson: 17 HR, 61 RBI; leads team in extra-base hits
- Ozzie Albies: Batting .224 with 9 HR; riding a four-game hit streak
New York Yankees
- Aaron Judge: .353 AVG, 35 HR, 81 RBI; ranks second in MLB in HR and RBI
- Cody Bellinger: .284 AVG, 17 HR, 12 runs scored in last 10 games
- Jazz Chisholm Jr.: 17 HR, 43 RBI; recently involved in a fiery exchange with Braves coach Eddie Pérez
Team Comparison – Key Stats
| Category | Yankees | Braves |
|---|---|---|
| Batting Avg | .256 (5th MLB) | .243 (18th MLB) |
| Runs/Game | 5.1 | 4.3 |
| Home Runs | 151 (1st MLB) | 117 (12th NL) |
| Team ERA | 3.86 | 3.87 |
| OBP | .336 | .315 |
New York’s power and plate discipline give them the edge offensively, while Atlanta’s pitching remains competitive despite injuries.
Game Odds
New York Yankees – 110
Atlanta Braves 8.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Saturday, July 19, 2025
