Oakland Athletics vs Ny Yankees Picks and Predictions September 22nd 2024

From Oakland Coliseum in Oakland, we have the Yankees and Athletics facing off in an AL matchup. This one gets started at 4:07 PM ET and is being televised by NSPCA. New York is 91-64 and they have won two straight, while the Athletics are 67-88 and have lost two in a row. Joey Estes will start for the Athletics, and he will be facing off against Luis Gil for the Yankees. New York is the heavy favorite on the money line, with their odds sitting at -180 compared to the Athletics at +152.

The over/under line is currently at 8.5 runs, and the weather forecast for Sunday’s game calls for clear skies and temperatures in the upper 50s. In the AL East, the Yankees are in first place, while the Athletics are fourth in the AL West.

New York vs. Oakland Key Information

• Teams: Yankees at Athletics
• Where: Oakland Coliseum Oakland
• Date: Sunday, September 22nd
• Betting Odds NYY -180 | OAK +152 O/U 8.5

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The Yankees Can Win If…

Luis Gil is coming off a strong outing in which he faced the Mariners on the road. In that start, he picked up the win, going five innings and giving up just one earned run. Looking back at his last three outings, Gil has given up just one earned run in each of those starts. Against the Athletics today, the right-hander has a record of 14-6 and an ERA of 3.13. Opponents have a batting average of .178 this season off Gil. Out of his 27 starts, he has turned in 10 quality starts and is averaging 10.3 strikeouts per nine innings.

Not only do the Yankees lead the league in home runs, but they are also the top-scoring offense in the MLB, averaging 5 runs per game. This is due to their strong lineup, which is batting a collective .249 (8th) and has the league’s top two home run hitters in Aaron Judge and Juan Soto. Judge is batting .321 for the season and has gone deep 54 times, while Soto is hitting .288 with 40 homers.

Over his last eight games, Judge has gone 9/25 with three homers and 11 RBIs. Gleyber Torres has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 11/37 with a home run in this stretch. Torres has also scored seven runs in his last eight games.

• The Yankees are 8-2 in their last ten games.
• Over their last five games, the Yankees are 4-1 vs. the run line.
• New York has an over/under record of 2-7-1 in their last ten games.
• The Yankees have an average of 5.8 runs per game over their last five games.
• Across their last ten road games, the Yankees are 6-4
• Looking back across the Yankees last five games as the favorite, they are 5-0
• New York has gone 1-2 in their last three games as the underdog
• In their ten most recent road games, the Yankees have averaged 4.5 runs per game on offense

The Athletics Can Win If…

Joey Estes gets the start for the Athletics today and will be looking to rebound from a rough outing against the Cubs. In that start, he took the loss, giving up six earned runs in just one inning of work. Looking back further, he has finished with a no-decision in two straight outings and has given up at least two home runs in three of his last four starts. Estes’ ERA for the season is 4.78, along with a record of 7-8. Opponents are batting .255 off Estes this year. Out of his 22 starts, he has eight quality starts, one shutout, and one complete game.

As a team, the Athletics are 26th in the league in runs scored and are batting just .234, which is 19th in the MLB. However, they do have the 7th most home runs in the league and have the 9th best isolated power mark in the league. Brent Rooker has been a bright spot for the team, as he is batting .299 for the season and has 110 RBIs, which is 4th best in the league. His 38 homers are also the best on the team and 5th in the MLB.

Shea Langeliers has the 2nd most homers on the team and is on a four-game hitting streak. Over his last six games, he has three homers and is batting .368. For the season, he is batting just .224.

• The Athletics are 4-6 in their last ten games.
• Over their last five games, the Athletics are 2-3 vs. the run line.
• Oakland has an over/under record of 6-4 in their last ten games.
• The Athletics have an average of 2.6 runs per game over their last five games.
• Across their last ten home games, the Athletics are 5-5
• Looking back across the Athletics last five games as the favorite, they are 3-2
• Oakland has gone 1-2 in their last three games as the underdog
• In their ten most recent road games, the Athletics have averaged 3.8 runs per game on offense

The New York Yankees are preparing to bid farewell to the Oakland Coliseum on Sunday as they take on the Oakland Athletics in the final game of their three-game series. This matchup not only concludes the series but also marks the Yankees’ last appearance at a venue that has played host to many of their memorable postseason moments.

Yankees Close Historic Chapter

The Yankees (91-64) are eyeing the American League East title and need a combination of three wins or Baltimore Orioles losses in the remaining seven games of the season to clinch the division crown. While a division clinch is not expected on Sunday, the Yankees will be a part of a historic day as the Oakland Athletics prepare to vacate the Coliseum in favor of a new ballpark in Sacramento next season, with a long-term goal of relocating to Las Vegas.

In Saturday’s 10-0 victory, the Yankees secured their 136th all-time win at the Oakland Coliseum. They trail only the Baltimore Orioles (143) for the most wins at the venue among non-AL West teams. Beyond the regular season, the Yankees have enjoyed postseason success at the Coliseum, going 5-1 in their playoff matchups there, including triumphs during the 1981 American League Championship Series, and the 2000 and 2001 American League Division Series.

Yankees slugger Aaron Judge, who grew up in Northern California, added to his personal highlight reel with a towering 425-foot home run on Saturday. Reflecting on the significance of the Yankees’ final visit to the stadium, Judge expressed mixed emotions about closing this chapter in Oakland’s storied baseball history.

A’s Send Estes to the Mound

The Oakland Athletics (67-88) will turn to right-hander Joey Estes (7-8, 4.78 ERA) in an effort to prevent a Yankees sweep. Estes struggled in his last start, allowing six runs in one-plus innings against the Chicago Cubs, but he has been more effective at home this season, posting a 4-2 record with a 2.74 ERA in 10 starts at the Coliseum.

The atmosphere at the Coliseum will be charged with emotion as the A’s honor their history. Former A’s legends like Miguel Tejada, Terry Steinbach, and Carney Lansford will be on hand for the occasion, adding to the celebratory vibe surrounding the game. Despite the nostalgia, A’s manager Mark Kotsay hopes the experience will serve as a learning opportunity for his young roster as they prepare for their future away from Oakland.

Luis Gil Looks to Continue Dominance

Yankees right-hander Luis Gil (14-6, 3.14 ERA) will get the start in the series finale. Gil has been in exceptional form in September, allowing just two runs over 16 innings in his last three starts, striking out 17 along the way. Though Gil has never pitched at the Coliseum or faced the A’s, he will be looking to continue his dominance as the Yankees gear up for the postseason.

Closing an Era

As the Yankees take the field for the final time at the Oakland Coliseum, they will aim to finish this chapter with a sweep, while the Athletics hope to give their fans one last reason to celebrate in their long-time home. The A’s will close out their time at the Coliseum with a series against the Texas Rangers, but Sunday’s matchup against the Yankees marks the end of an era that holds special meaning for both clubs.

Key Players to Watch

• Aaron Judge: The Yankees’ slugger continues to be a force at the plate, and he’ll look to deliver in what may be his final performance at the Coliseum.
• Luis Gil: After a dominant stretch in September, Gil will be tasked with shutting down the A’s offense and helping secure a Yankees sweep.
• Joey Estes: The A’s young pitcher will try to rebound from a tough outing and give Oakland fans one final home win in their last Coliseum series against the Yankees.

Outlook

With emotions running high and both teams pushing toward different futures, Sunday’s game at the Oakland Coliseum is poised to be a memorable one. The Yankees will look to sweep the series and move closer to an AL East title, while the A’s will try to end the Yankees’ final visit to the Coliseum on a winning note.

The Lean

Today’s Yankees and Athletics matchup should feature plenty of offense, as this game is projected to finish with the 8th most runs in today’s league slate. Our lean would be towards taking the over. As for who is going to take this one straight up, we have our lean on the Athletics to come out on top. Looking at today’s starters, we have Joey Estes as the better strikeout option over Luis Gil for the Yankees.