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Yankees Host Angels in Crucial Monday Night Showdown
NEW YORK, NY – The New York Yankees will face off against the Los Angeles Angels on Monday, June 16, 2025, at 7:05 p.m. ET at Yankee Stadium. Both teams come into this game after disappointing performances over the weekend, aiming to find their footing in the competitive American League.
The Yankees are looking to rebound after dropping their last two games against the Boston Red Sox, while the Angels are hoping to bounce back from a series loss to the Baltimore Orioles. Pitching will be key in tonight’s matchup, as both clubs have struggled offensively in recent games.
Clarke Schmidt takes the mound for the Yankees, sporting a 3.60 ERA with 57 strikeouts over 55 innings this season. Schmidt has been effective at keeping hitters off balance, ranking high in strikeout rate against right-handed batters. This will be essential against the Angels, who lead the league with a 27% strikeout rate against righties.
Angels pitcher José Soriano is set to oppose Schmidt, bringing a 3.86 ERA and a high ground ball rate of 66.5% into the game. Soriano’s ability to limit walks (11.4%) will be crucial against a Yankees team that thrives on patience at the plate.
Despite recent struggles, the Yankees have been a strong team at home, averaging 4.8 runs per game. However, they have faced challenges with runners in scoring position, a trend that may continue against Soriano’s effective pitching.
On the offensive side, the Angels will rely on power hitters Taylor Ward and Mike Trout to score runs. Despite their talents, the Angels have struggled recently, ranking near the bottom of the league in walk rate and wOBA over the past two weeks.
The Yankees are favored in this matchup, but the outcome remains uncertain due to both teams’ recent performances. Betting trends indicate that the under may be a wise choice, given the effectiveness of both pitchers and the current offensive woes of both teams.
With the stakes high, fans can expect a low-scoring battle to open the four-game series. Keep an eye on Schmidt’s command and Soriano’s ground ball tendency, as they will likely determine the pace of the game tonight.
