First Pitch: 7:10 PM ET

Television: YES Network / SNY / MLB Network (select markets)

The Subway Series returns to Queens with two teams heading in opposite directions. The Yankees (27–17) enter as one of the American League’s hottest clubs, while the Mets (18–25) continue to search for consistency amid injuries, bullpen volatility, and an offense that has struggled to produce in key moments. The pitching matchup is unusual and intriguing: the Yankees hand the ball to Drew Schittlier, a young right‑hander making his early‑career mark, while the Mets counter with Clay Holmes, who has transitioned from elite reliever to short‑stint starter/“opener” due to rotation injuries.

VENUE — CITI FIELD

• Location: Queens, New York
• Dimensions: 335 ft (LF), 408 ft (CF), 330 ft (RF)
• Park Factor: Slightly pitcher‑friendly
• Surface: Natural grass

Citi Field suppresses home runs to center and right‑center but rewards left‑handed pull hitters.

WEATHER REPORT — NEW YORK, NY

Forecast at First Pitch:

• Temperature: 68°F
• Wind: 10–13 mph blowing out to right field
• Humidity: 57%
• Chance of Rain: <10%
• Conditions: Mildly hitter‑friendly for left‑handed power

Expect a slight boost for lefty bats like Soto, Rizzo, and Nimmo.

INJURY REPORT

New York Yankees

• RF Juan Soto — Probable (forearm tightness) Expected to play; centerpiece of the Yankees’ offense.
• 1B Anthony Rizzo — Probable (back) Expected to return to the lineup.
• SP Gerrit Cole — Out (elbow) Rotation still adjusting without its ace.
• RP Jonathan Loáisiga — Out (shoulder) Bullpen depth weakened.

New York Mets

• SS Francisco Lindor — Probable (ankle) Expected to play; essential to Mets’ lineup.
• 1B Pete Alonso — Out (wrist) Major loss to Mets’ power production.
• SP Kodai Senga — Out (shoulder) Rotation stretched thin.
• RP Edwin Díaz — Probable (fatigue) Expected to be available but workload monitored.

TEAM FORM & MOMENTUM

New York Yankees (27–17)

• Last 10 Games: 7–3
• Runs/Game: 5.0
• Runs Allowed/Game: 4.1
• Trend: Offense surging, rotation stabilizing, bullpen strong.
• Identity: Power + plate discipline + deep lineup.

New York Mets (18–25)

• Last 10 Games: 3–7
• Runs/Game: 4.0
• Runs Allowed/Game: 4.9
• Trend: Inconsistent offense, bullpen volatility, rotation injuries.
• Identity: Contact‑oriented lineup + shaky pitching depth.

STARTING PITCHER BREAKDOWN

Drew Schittlier — RHP, Yankees

• 2026 Stats: 3.68 ERA, 1.22 WHIP, 41 K in 36 IP
• Road ERA: 3.40
• Pitch Mix: 4‑seam fastball, slider, curveball, changeup
• Strengths: Swing‑and‑miss slider, strong vs. righties
• Weaknesses: Command lapses, vulnerable to left‑handed power

Matchup Notes: The Mets’ left‑handed bats (Nimmo, McNeil, Vientos) must capitalize early before Schittlier settles in.

Clay Holmes — RHP, Mets

• 2026 Stats: 3.95 ERA, 1.28 WHIP, 22 K in 20 IP
• Role: Opener / short‑stint starter
• Pitch Mix: Sinker, slider, sweeper
• Strengths: Ground‑ball machine, elite movement
• Weaknesses: Not stretched out, vulnerable to lefties, inconsistent command

Matchup Notes: Holmes likely goes 2–3 innings before the Mets turn to a taxed bullpen — a major concern vs. the Yankees’ deep lineup.

KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS

1. Juan Soto vs. Clay Holmes

Soto crushes sinkers and sliders — a nightmare matchup for Holmes. Advantage: Yankees

2. Francisco Lindor vs. Schittlier’s Slider

Lindor handles breaking balls well but has struggled vs. high‑spin sliders this season. Advantage: Yankees

3. Aaron Judge vs. Mets Bullpen

Judge has a massive platoon advantage vs. several Mets relievers. Advantage: Yankees

4. Brandon Nimmo vs. Schittlier’s Fastball

Nimmo’s on‑base skills are key to Mets’ run creation. Advantage: Even

SERIES HISTORY

• 2025 Season: Yankees won 3–1
• Last 10 Meetings: Yankees lead 6–4
• At Citi Field: Yankees have won 4 of last 6

The Yankees have controlled the recent Subway Series, especially in Queens.

BETTING TRENDS

New York Yankees

• 6–2 in last 8 road games
• 5–1 in Schittlier’s last 6 starts
• Overs hit in 4 of last 6 games

New York Mets

• 2–7 in last 9 games
• 1–4 in Holmes’ last 5 appearances
• Unders hit in 3 of last 5 games

Matchup Trends

• Yankees have scored 5+ runs in 7 of last 10 vs. Mets
• Unders hit in 4 of last 6 meetings at Citi Field

Game Odds

New York Yankees           – 147

New York Mets                 7

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First Pitch: 7:20 PM ET

Television: NESN / Bally Sports South / MLB Network (select markets)

The Braves enter Thursday night as one of MLB’s most dominant teams, while the Red Sox arrive in Atlanta trying to stop a slide that has pushed them seven games under .500. Boston hands the ball to young right‑hander Tyler Early, while Atlanta counters with flamethrowing ace Spencer Strider, who remains one of the most overpowering pitchers in baseball.

WEATHER REPORT — ATLANTA, GA

(Truist Park is outdoors — weather matters.) Forecast at First Pitch:

• Temperature: 73°F
• Wind: 6–9 mph blowing out to left‑center
• Humidity: 62%
• Chance of Rain: <10%
• Conditions: Slightly hitter‑friendly breeze, warm air helps ball carry

Expect a fast track for power hitters, especially right‑handed pull bats.

INJURY REPORT

Boston Red Sox

• 3B Rafael Devers — Probable (shoulder) Expected to play; essential to Boston’s run production.
• SS Trevor Story — Out (elbow) Major defensive and offensive loss.
• OF Tyler O’Neill — Questionable (hamstring) Game‑time decision; Boston needs his power.
• RP Kenley Jansen — Out (back) Late‑inning stability weakened.

Atlanta Braves

• RF Ronald Acuña Jr. — Probable (knee soreness) Expected to start; still managing workload.
• C Sean Murphy — Out (oblique) Reduces power at catcher.
• RP A.J. Minter — Probable (shoulder) Expected to be available.
• SP Max Fried — Out (forearm) Rotation depth tested, but Strider stabilizes.

TEAM FORM & MOMENTUM

Boston Red Sox (18–25)

• Last 10 Games: 3–7
• Runs/Game: 4.2
• Runs Allowed/Game: 5.1
• Trend: Pitching struggling, offense inconsistent, bullpen unreliable.
• Identity: Young lineup + volatile rotation.

Atlanta Braves (30–14)

• Last 10 Games: 7–3
• Runs/Game: 5.3
• Runs Allowed/Game: 3.9
• Trend: Elite offense, strong rotation, deep bullpen.
• Identity: Power + plate discipline + dominant starting pitching.

STARTING PITCHER BREAKDOWN

Tyler Early — RHP, Red Sox

• 2026 Stats: 4.88 ERA, 1.39 WHIP, 32 K in 31 IP
• Road ERA: 5.20
• Pitch Mix: 4‑seam, slider, curveball, changeup
• Strengths: Good raw stuff, improving command
• Weaknesses: Walks, home‑run vulnerability, struggles vs. right‑handed power

Matchup Notes: Atlanta’s right‑handed sluggers (Riley, Ozuna, Murphy’s replacements) are a nightmare matchup for Early’s elevated fastball.

Spencer Strider — RHP, Braves

• 2026 Stats: 2.91 ERA, 1.05 WHIP, 78 K in 52 IP
• Home ERA: 2.60
• Pitch Mix: Upper‑90s fastball, wipeout slider, occasional changeup
• Strengths: Elite strikeout rate, dominant vs. both lefties and righties
• Weaknesses: Occasionally homer‑prone when fastball command drifts

Matchup Notes: Boston’s lineup is strikeout‑prone — a disastrous matchup vs. Strider’s swing‑and‑miss arsenal.

KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS

1. Rafael Devers vs. Spencer Strider

Devers handles velocity well but struggles vs. elite sliders. Advantage: Atlanta

2. Ronald Acuña Jr. vs. Tyler Early

Acuña crushes fastballs and thrives vs. inexperienced pitchers. Advantage: Atlanta

3. Matt Olson vs. Early’s Fastball

Olson feasts on elevated heaters — Early must avoid the upper zone. Advantage: Atlanta

4. Masataka Yoshida vs. Strider’s Slider

Yoshida’s contact skills help, but Strider’s velocity/slider combo is overwhelming. Advantage: Atlanta

SERIES HISTORY

• 2025 Season: Braves won 3–1
• Last 10 Meetings: Braves lead 7–3
• At Truist Park: Braves have won 5 of last 6

Atlanta has dominated this matchup recently, especially at home.

BETTING TRENDS

Boston Red Sox

• 2–6 in last 8 road games
• 1–4 in Early’s last 5 starts
• Overs hit in 4 of last 6 games

Atlanta Braves

• 8–2 in last 10 home games
• 6–1 in Strider’s last 7 starts
• Unders hit in 5 of last 7 games

Matchup Trends

• Braves have scored 5+ runs in 8 of last 10 vs. Boston
• Unders hit in 3 of last 4 meetings at Truist Park

Game Odds

Boston Red Sox                 8

Atlanta Braves                  – 146

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First Pitch: 7:40 PM ET / 6:40 PM CT

Television: Bally Sports Wisconsin / Bally Sports North

The Brewers and Twins meet in Minneapolis for a compelling interleague matchup between two clubs trending in different directions. Milwaukee enters at 24–17, riding strong pitching and timely offense, while Minnesota sits at 20–24, struggling to find consistency despite flashes of upside. The Twins send Joe Ryan, their most reliable starter, to the mound in hopes of stabilizing their rotation. Milwaukee counters with a bullpen‑game structure or spot‑starter scenario (no confirmed starter listed), but the Brewers’ depth has carried them through similar situations all season.

VENUE — TARGET FIELD

• Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
• Dimensions: 339 ft (LF), 404 ft (CF), 328 ft (RF)
• Park Factor: Slightly pitcher‑friendly, especially in cool weather
• Surface: Natural grass

Target Field suppresses home runs early in the season, especially to center and right‑center.

WEATHER REPORT — MINNEAPOLIS, MN

Forecast at First Pitch:

• Temperature: 59°F
• Wind: 8–11 mph blowing in from left field
• Humidity: 52%
• Chance of Rain: <10%
• Conditions: Pitcher‑friendly — wind blowing in reduces carry on fly balls

Expect a low‑scoring environment unless bullpens falter.

INJURY REPORT

Milwaukee Brewers

• OF Christian Yelich — Probable (back tightness) Expected to play; key to Milwaukee’s OBP and lineup balance.
• 1B Rhys Hoskins — Out (knee) Middle‑order power missing.
• RP Devin Williams — Out (back) Closer role remains fluid.
• SP Jakob Junis — Out (shoulder) Rotation depth tested.

Minnesota Twins

• SS Carlos Correa — Probable (heel) Expected to start; essential to Minnesota’s infield defense.
• OF Byron Buxton — Out (hip) Major loss to power and athleticism.
• 3B Royce Lewis — Out (quad) Twins’ lineup lacks explosiveness without him.
• RP Jhoan Duran — Probable (forearm) Expected to be available; stabilizes late innings.

TEAM FORM & MOMENTUM

Milwaukee Brewers (24–17)

• Last 10 Games: 6–4
• Runs/Game: 4.7
• Runs Allowed/Game: 4.1
• Trend: Rotation stabilizing, bullpen performing above expectations, offense timely.
• Identity: Contact + speed + deep bullpen.

Minnesota Twins (20–24)

• Last 10 Games: 4–6
• Runs/Game: 4.2
• Runs Allowed/Game: 4.8
• Trend: Inconsistent offense, rotation struggling outside of Ryan.
• Identity: Power‑leaning lineup + volatile pitching staff.

STARTING PITCHER BREAKDOWN

Joe Ryan — RHP, Twins

• 2026 Stats: 3.62 ERA, 1.11 WHIP, 58 K in 54 IP
• Home ERA: 3.20
• Pitch Mix: 4‑seam fastball, splitter, slider, sweeper
• Strengths: Elite fastball carry, strong command, excellent vs. righties
• Weaknesses: Vulnerable to left‑handed power, occasional HR issues

Matchup Notes: Milwaukee’s left‑handed bats (Yelich, Chourio, Frelick) match up well against Ryan’s fastball‑heavy approach.

Brewers Pitching Outlook

Milwaukee is expected to use a bullpen‑game structure or a short‑stint starter.

• Strengths: Deep bullpen, strong matchups, high strikeout relievers
• Weaknesses: Vulnerable if early innings get extended, no long‑inning anchor

Matchup Notes: Minnesota’s inconsistent offense may struggle against Milwaukee’s mix‑and‑match approach.

KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS

1. Christian Yelich vs. Joe Ryan

Yelich handles high‑spin fastballs well; Ryan must work the edges. Advantage: Milwaukee

2. Carlos Correa vs. Brewers Bullpen

Correa excels vs. velocity but struggles vs. elite sliders — Milwaukee has plenty. Advantage: Even

3. William Contreras vs. Ryan’s Splitter

Contreras is one of MLB’s best fastball hitters; splitter is key for Ryan. Advantage: Milwaukee

4. Max Kepler vs. Brewers Lefties

Kepler hits lefties better than most left‑handed hitters. Advantage: Minnesota

SERIES HISTORY

• 2025 Season: Brewers won 3–1
• Last 10 Meetings: Brewers lead 6–4
• At Target Field: Twins have won 3 of last 5

Milwaukee has had the upper hand recently, but Target Field has been more favorable to Minnesota.

BETTING TRENDS

Milwaukee Brewers

• 5–2 in last 7 road games
• 6–3 in last 9 vs. AL opponents
• Unders hit in 4 of last 6 games

Minnesota Twins

• 2–5 in last 7 home games
• 1–4 in Ryan’s last 5 starts
• Overs hit in 5 of last 7 games

Matchup Trends

• Unders hit in 4 of last 5 Brewers–Twins games
• Brewers have scored 4+ runs in 7 of last 10 vs. Minnesota

Game Odds

Milwaukee Brewers       8.5

Minnesota Twins             – 105

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First Pitch: 6:50 PM ET

Television: Bally Sports Florida / Bally Sports Sun

The red‑hot Tampa Bay Rays (28–14) host the struggling but scrappy Miami Marlins (20–24) in an all‑Florida matchup featuring two pitchers trending in opposite directions. Miami sends right‑hander Janson Junk, a pitch‑to‑contact arm trying to stabilize the back end of the rotation, while Tampa Bay counters with Jesse Scholtens, who has quietly become one of the most reliable depth starters in the American League.

VENUE DETAILS

Tropicana Field — St. Petersburg, FL

• Surface: Artificial turf
• Park Factor: Slightly pitcher‑friendly
• Roof: Closed (no weather impact)

Tropicana Field’s controlled environment eliminates weather variables and typically favors pitchers who induce fly balls.

WEATHER REPORT — OUTSIDE CONDITIONS

(No effect on gameplay due to indoor stadium)

• Temperature: 81°F
• Humidity: 70%
• Wind: 10 mph
• Rain Chance: 20%

INJURY REPORT

Miami Marlins

• 2B Luis Arraez — Probable (hamstring tightness) Expected to play; essential to Miami’s on‑base game.
• OF Jazz Chisholm Jr. — Out (wrist) Major loss to Miami’s power/speed dynamic.
• SP Edward Cabrera — Out (shoulder) Rotation depth weakened.
• RP A.J. Puk — Probable (back) Expected to be available in relief.

Tampa Bay Rays

• SS Wander Franco — Probable (quad) Expected to start; centerpiece of Rays’ offense.
• OF Randy Arozarena — Questionable (ankle) Game‑time decision; big swing factor.
• RP Pete Fairbanks — Out (forearm) Closer role remains fluid.
• C René Pinto — Out (oblique) Catching depth tested.

TEAM FORM & MOMENTUM

Miami Marlins (20–24)

• Last 10 Games: 4–6
• Runs/Game: 4.0
• Runs Allowed/Game: 4.9
• Trend: Pitching inconsistent, offense streaky, bullpen unreliable.
• Identity: Contact‑oriented lineup + thin rotation.

Tampa Bay Rays (28–14)

• Last 10 Games: 7–3
• Runs/Game: 4.9
• Runs Allowed/Game: 3.8
• Trend: Elite home performance, strong pitching, deep lineup.
• Identity: Analytical matchups + elite bullpen + aggressive baserunning.

STARTING PITCHER BREAKDOWN

Janson Junk — RHP, Marlins

• 2026 Stats: 4.62 ERA, 1.34 WHIP, 29 K in 37 IP
• Road ERA: 4.90
• Pitch Mix: Sinker, slider, curveball, changeup
• Strengths: Ground‑ball tendencies, avoids big innings when command is sharp
• Weaknesses: Low strikeout rate, vulnerable to right‑handed power, struggles third time through order

Matchup Notes: Tampa Bay’s right‑handed bats (Paredes, Mead, Siri) match up extremely well against Junk’s sinker/slider combo.

Jesse Scholtens — RHP, Rays

• 2026 Stats: 3.48 ERA, 1.18 WHIP, 41 K in 44 IP
• Home ERA: 2.95
• Pitch Mix: Cutter, slider, sinker, changeup
• Strengths: Command, soft contact, excellent vs. lefties
• Weaknesses: Limited swing‑and‑miss, can be hit hard when behind in counts

Matchup Notes: Miami’s left‑handed bats (Arraez, Sánchez, Bell) will need to stay patient — Scholtens thrives on early‑count weak contact.

KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS

1. Isaac Paredes vs. Janson Junk

Paredes crushes sinkers and low‑velocity fastballs. Advantage: Tampa Bay

2. Luis Arraez vs. Jesse Scholtens

Arraez’s elite bat‑to‑ball skills challenge Scholtens’ soft‑contact approach. Advantage: Miami

3. Josh Bell vs. Scholtens’ Cutter

Bell hits cutters well but struggles vs. sliders. Advantage: Even

4. Wander Franco vs. Junk’s Slider

Franco feasts on inconsistent breaking balls — a dangerous matchup for Junk. Advantage: Tampa Bay

SERIES HISTORY

• 2025 Season: Rays won 3–1
• Last 10 Meetings: Rays lead 7–3
• At Tropicana Field: Rays have won 6 of last 8

Tampa Bay has dominated this matchup, especially at home.

BETTING TRENDS

Miami Marlins

• 2–6 in last 8 road games
• 1–4 in Junk’s last 5 starts
• Unders hit in 4 of last 6 games

Tampa Bay Rays

• 8–2 in last 10 home games
• 5–1 in Scholtens’ last 6 starts
• Overs hit in 5 of last 7 games

Matchup Trends

• Rays have scored 5+ runs in 7 of last 10 vs. Miami
• Unders hit in 3 of last 4 meetings at Tropicana Field

Game Odds

Miami Marlins                  8

Tampa Bay Rays                – 117

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First Pitch: 6:40 PM ET

Television: Bally Sports Ohio / Bally Sports Great Lakes

The Battle of Ohio renews Thursday night as the Cincinnati Reds (23–21) travel north to face the Cleveland Guardians (24–21) in a matchup featuring two of the most promising young pitchers in the American League and National League. Cincinnati sends left‑hander Andrew Abbott, while Cleveland counters with rising star Tanner Bibee.

Both teams sit above .500 and are jockeying for early‑season positioning in their respective divisions. This is a tightly matched, pitching‑driven contest with rivalry intensity baked in.

WEATHER REPORT — CLEVELAND, OH

Forecast at First Pitch:

• Temperature: 64°F
• Wind: 9–12 mph blowing out to right field
• Humidity: 60%
• Chance of Rain: <10%
• Conditions: Slightly hitter‑friendly breeze, but cool air keeps ball flight moderate

Left‑handed pull hitters get a mild boost with the wind pushing toward the short porch in right.

INJURY REPORT

Cincinnati Reds

• SS Elly De La Cruz — Probable (hamstring tightness) Expected to play; key to Cincinnati’s speed and power.
• 1B Christian Encarnacion‑Strand — Out (wrist) Reduces middle‑order thump.
• RP Alexis Díaz — Probable (shoulder fatigue) Expected to be available but may be limited.

Cleveland Guardians

• 3B José Ramírez — Probable (quad) Expected to start; essential to Cleveland’s run production.
• OF Steven Kwan — Out (hamstring) Major loss to Cleveland’s on‑base engine.
• RP Emmanuel Clase — Out (lat strain) Guardians’ bullpen lacks its elite closer.

TEAM FORM & MOMENTUM

Cincinnati Reds (23–21)

• Last 10 Games: 6–4
• Runs/Game: 4.9
• Runs Allowed/Game: 4.6
• Trend: Offense heating up, rotation stabilizing, bullpen inconsistent.
• Identity: Power + speed + aggressive baserunning.

Cleveland Guardians (24–21)

• Last 10 Games: 5–5
• Runs/Game: 4.3
• Runs Allowed/Game: 4.2
• Trend: Pitching strong, offense inconsistent without Kwan.
• Identity: Contact‑oriented lineup + elite starting pitching.

STARTING PITCHER BREAKDOWN

Andrew Abbott — LHP, Reds

• 2026 Stats: 3.54 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, 48 K in 48 IP
• Road ERA: 3.20
• Pitch Mix: 4‑seam, curveball, changeup, slider
• Strengths: Deception, high‑spin fastball, strong vs. lefties
• Weaknesses: Occasional HR issues, struggles when behind in counts

Matchup Notes: Cleveland’s lineup is right‑handed heavy, which challenges Abbott’s fastball‑changeup combo.

Tanner Bibee — RHP, Guardians

• 2026 Stats: 3.31 ERA, 1.14 WHIP, 56 K in 54 IP
• Home ERA: 2.95
• Pitch Mix: 4‑seam, slider, curveball, changeup
• Strengths: Command, swing‑and‑miss slider, elite vs. righties
• Weaknesses: Occasional walk spikes, vulnerable to left‑handed power

Matchup Notes: Cincinnati’s left‑handed bats (Friedl, Benson, Fraley) match up well against Bibee’s fastball‑slider mix.

KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS

1. Elly De La Cruz vs. Tanner Bibee

Elly’s bat speed handles velocity, but Bibee’s slider can neutralize him if located well. Advantage: Even

2. José Ramírez vs. Andrew Abbott

Ramírez crushes left‑handed pitching; Abbott must avoid the inner half. Advantage: Cleveland

3. TJ Friedl vs. Bibee’s Fastball

Friedl excels vs. high‑spin four‑seamers — a key matchup. Advantage: Cincinnati

4. Josh Naylor vs. Abbott’s Changeup

Naylor hits lefties better than most left‑handed hitters; Abbott must mix speeds. Advantage: Cleveland

SERIES HISTORY

• 2025 Season: Split 2–2
• Last 10 Meetings: Even, 5–5
• At Progressive Field: Guardians have won 4 of last 6

This rivalry has been tightly contested, with Cleveland holding a slight home‑field edge.

BETTING TRENDS

Cincinnati Reds

• 4–1 in last 5 road games
• 5–2 in Abbott’s last 7 starts
• Overs hit in 4 of last 6 games

Cleveland Guardians

• 6–3 in Bibee’s last 9 starts
• 4–1 in last 5 home games
• Unders hit in 5 of last 7 games

Matchup Trends

• Last 6 meetings have averaged 8.1 runs
• Reds have scored 4+ runs in 7 of last 10 vs. Cleveland

Game Odds

Cincinnati Reds                 7.5

Cleveland Guardians      – 135

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, May 14, 2026