New York Yankees vs Athletics Betting Pick & Prediction for 5/31

MLB game preview

The New York Yankees take on the Athletics in an MLB regular season game. The game is at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, California. The Yankees are in strong form with a 35-22 record and a five-game winning streak.

The Athletics have a 27-30 record and have lost their last four games. New York’s Will Warren will pitch against Jacob Lopez from the Athletics. The game is set for Sunday, May 31, 2026, at 4:05 PM and will air on NBC.

New York Yankees Team Preview

The New York Yankees are on a strong winning streak. They have won their last five games. Their recent success has been supported by solid hitting and pitching performances.

In their recent game against the Athletics, the Yankees won 8-2. Ben Rice led the team with four hits, including a home run. Carlos Rodón pitched six innings, allowing just one earned run.

Overall, the Yankees rank high in several offensive categories. They lead the league in home runs with 86. Their pitching has also been effective, with a team ERA of 3.12, ranking second overall.

Yankees vs Athletics Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: New York Yankees vs. Athletics
  • Venue: Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, CA
  • Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Yankees Moneyline -154, Athletics Moneyline +128, Yankees Runline -1.5 (+101), Athletics Runline +1.5 (-123), Total Over 10.5 (+110), Total Under 10.5 (-132)

Athletics Team Preview

The Athletics have faced challenges in their recent games. They have lost four of their last five games, with the latest loss being against the Yankees. The team’s batting has shown some strength, with Nick Kurtz and Henry Bolte making key contributions.

The Athletics hold a batting average of .246 this season, ranking 6th in the league. Their on-base percentage is .326, which places them 7th. While their slugging percentage is lower at .388, they have managed to hit 58 home runs so far.

In pitching, the Athletics have struggled with an ERA of 4.41, ranking 22nd. Jacob Lopez, their probable starter, has a 5.73 ERA this season. The team will look to improve their pitching to support their hitters in upcoming games.

BTB Betting Pick

The Yankees are favored with a moneyline of -154 against the Athletics, who are at +128. The Yankees have strong batting stats, ranking 1st in home runs and 2nd in slugging percentage. Their pitching also ranks 2nd in ERA. Given these stats, picking the Yankees to win is a solid choice.

The total for the game is set at 10.5. The Yankees’ strong pitching and the Athletics’ lower slugging percentage, ranked 12th, suggest a lower-scoring game. The under at 10.5 (-132) is the recommended pick based on these factors.