Yankees Face Angels in Crucial Matchup on Memorial Day

ANAHEIM, Calif. — The New York Yankees are set to take on the Los Angeles Angels on Memorial Day, May 27, 2025, at Angel Stadium. First pitch is scheduled for 9:38 p.m. ET.

The Yankees, currently leading the American League East division, are favored with moneyline odds of -217, while the Angels are the underdog at +179. The game’s total has been set at 8.5 runs, and New York is also the run-line favorite at -1.5.

The Yankees come off a strong performance in their recent three-game series against the Colorado Rockies, winning two of three games. Aaron Judge, a key player for New York, has 18 home runs this season and is a significant element of their offense.

In contrast, the Angels have gained momentum recently, winning eight of their last ten games. They currently sit two games under .500 but are just four games away from first place in the AL West. Jack Kochanowicz will pitch for Los Angeles, but he has struggled this season with a 5.03 ERA.

New York’s Ryan Yarbrough is making a spot start and has shown promise, allowing just four runs in 14 innings across his limited appearances this season. He has a 3.38 ERA, placing him in the top echelon of pitchers regarding limiting hard contact.

A notable player to watch is Yankees outfielder Trent Grisham, who has had a standout season with a .257 batting average and 12 home runs. Most of his production has come against right-handed pitchers, making him a potential threat against Kochanowicz.

With the Angels’ bullpen also struggling, holding the worst ERA in the league, the Yankees look to capitalize on this matchup. As of late, New York has been a tough team to beat, and oddsmakers suggest they may have the edge in this game.

The stakes are high as both teams seek to improve their standings. Expect an exciting game at Angel Stadium tonight.