NEWSLETTER
The New York Yankees (24-13), with Carlos Rodon on the hill, host the Houston Astros (12-23) who will start Spencer Arrighetti, at 7:05 PM ET on Wednesday.
Keep reading to find out all the details on how to watch New York play Houston live.
When is Yankees vs. Astros and when does it start?
Where to watch Yankees vs. Astros
The Yankees and Astros will hit the diamond at Yankee Stadium for this matchup on May 8, and if you would like to catch the game live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on SCHN.
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Yankees vs. Astros Game Preview
Yesterday, the Yankees picked up a 10-3 win over the Astros, with Luis Gil (6.0 IP, 1 R, 1 H, 5 K) registering the win for the Yankees. Alex Verdugo went 3-for-5 with a home run and four RBI to lead the offensive attack. Justin Verlander (5.0 IP, 7 R, 8 H, 2 K) was handed the loss for the Astros.
Yankees Stats, Odds & Insights
The Yankees have put together a 17-8 record in games they were listed as the moneyline favorite (winning 68% of those games).
New York is third-best in baseball with 46 total home runs.
The Yankees’ .403 slugging percentage ranks eighth-best in baseball.
New York’s 2.94 team ERA ranks second among all MLB pitching staffs.
Yankees pitchers combine for the No. 7 WHIP in the majors (1.172).
Astros Stats, Odds & Insights
This season, the Astros have been the underdog six times and won two of those games.
Houston ranks eighth in Major League Baseball with 40 home runs.
The Astros are eighth in MLB with a .403 slugging percentage this season.
Houston pitchers have a combined ERA of 4.92 ERA this year, which ranks 27th in MLB.
Astros pitchers have a 1.472 WHIP this season, second-worst in the majors.
Yankees Starter Recent Performance: Carlos Rodón
| Opponent | Date | IP | H | R | ER | K | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| at Orioles | May 2 | 4.0 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| at Brewers | April 27 | 6.0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 |
| vs. Athletics | April 22 | 7.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| at Blue Jays | April 16 | 4.0 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 |
| vs. Marlins | April 9 | 6.0 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 2 |
Astros Starter Recent Performance: Spencer Arrighetti
| Opponent | Date | IP | H | R | ER | K | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs. Guardians | May 2 | 5.2 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 3 |
| at Cubs | April 24 | 3.2 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 2 |
| vs. Braves | April 15 | 4.0 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2 |
| at Royals | April 10 | 3.0 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 3 |
Yankees Key Players to Watch
The Yankees are sending Rodon (2-2) out for his eighth start of the season. He is 2-2 with a 3.68 ERA and 36 strikeouts in 36 2/3 innings pitched.
In his last appearance on Thursday, the left-hander tossed four innings against the Baltimore Orioles, allowing six earned runs while surrendering eight hits.
The 31-year-old has put up a 3.68 ERA and 8.8 strikeouts per nine innings in seven games this season, while giving up a batting average of .236 to opposing hitters.
Juan Soto leads New York in batting average (.329), home runs (eight) and runs batted in (28) this season.
Verdugo is batting .275 with an OBP of .362 and a slugging percentage of .450 this season.
Aaron Judge is slashing .222/.358/.437 this season for the Yankees.
Astros Key Players to Watch
The Astros’ Arrighetti (0-3) will make his fifth start of the season.
The right-hander last pitched on Friday, when he gave up two earned runs and allowed four hits in 5 2/3 innings against the Cleveland Guardians.
The 24-year-old has pitched in four games this season with an ERA of 8.27 and 11.6 strikeouts per nine innings, with an opponent batting average of .324.
Kyle Tucker paces the Astros in home runs (10) and runs batted in (24).
Jose Altuve is hitting .336 to pace his team.
Yordan Alvarez is hitting .248 with four doubles, seven home runs and 15 walks.
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