With Carlos Rodon set to oppose Cristian Javier in the pitching matchup, what’s the best bet in Friday’s Yankees vs. Astros matchup at 8:10 p.m. ET?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
977 New York Yankees (+108) at 978 Houston Astros (-126); o/u 9
8:10 p.m. ET, Friday, March 29, 2024
Minute Maid Park, Houston, TX
Yankees vs. Astros: Public Bettors Backing Houston
As of this writing, our MLB Public Betting Page shows that 70% of bets are on the Astros’ moneyline. That said, this page is updated frequently so make sure that you click on the link provided so that you’re getting the most updated information.
Rodon has up-and-down Spring
Carlos Rodón gave up six runs — five earned — in four innings Saturday in a no-decision versus the Phillies. Rodón wasn’t nearly as sharp today as last time out, when he pitched 5 2/3 hitless innings against the Phillies. He gave up seven hits today, and he induced just four missed swings in the 82-pich outing. His average fastball was 94.1 mph, down from 95.3 mph last year. Rodón ends the spring with a 4.66 ERA and a 16/5 K/BB in 19 1/3 innings. It’s far from a disaster, but he hasn’t given anyone much reason to move him up draft boards.
Javier has mixed results in Spring Training
Cristian Javier pitched 4 2/3 innings and allowed one run Saturday versus the Mets. Javier walked three and struck out three. He ends the spring with a solid 3.72 ERA but a weaker 17/10 K/BB with three homers allowed in 19 1/3 innings. We’re not betting on a big rebound from his disappointing 2023.
Yankees vs. Astros MLB Betting Trends
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of NY Yankees’ last 7 games
Over/Under has gone OVER in 5 of Houston’s last 7 games
The total has gone UNDER in 15 of NY Yankees’ last 21 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Houston’s last 8 games at home
Yankees vs. Astros MLB BETTING PREDICTION
Take New York. The Yankees have won five out of their last six games in Houston after rallying to beat the Astros yesterday at Minute Maid Park. They’re also 12-5 in their last 17 games on the road, which includes a mark of 4-1 in their last five games at Minute Maid Park. On the other side, the Astros are 5-19 in their last 24 home games, dropping six straight in the process.
Yankees vs. Astros MLB Playoffs Prediction: NEW YORK YANKEES +108
