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Tampa Bay Rays vs. New York Yankees: Preview, Predictions and Picks for May 4, 2025

Updated on:
May 4, 2025 3:51 PM
The Tampa Bay Rays and New York Yankees face off at Yankee Stadium on Sunday afternoon matchup, with the series lead on the line. The Yankees, who hold a 4-2 advantage in the season series, look to capitalize on their strong home record, while the Rays aim to build on their respectable road performance. The winner will take the three-game set.
Tampa Bay Rays vs New York Yankees

Current Odds

TB
NYY
Over
10.5
-140
Under
12.5
+105
TB
-1.5
-235
NYY
+3.5
+165
TB
ML
-750
NYY
ML
+1600

Rays vs Yankees statistics

Stat Rays Yankees
Hits 263 (18th) 294 (3rd)
Batting Average .240 (18th) .262 (2nd)
Runs Batted In 119 (Tied-20th) 176 (2nd)
Runs 124 (22nd) 182 (2nd)
Home Runs 27 (Tied-24th) 56 (1st)
Walks 104 (Tied-18th) 128 (6th)
Stolen Bases 39 (Tied-4th) 23 (Tied-17th)
Strikeouts 274 (Tied-16th) 304 (Tied-26th)
Pitches 4830 (17th) 5096 (3rd)

New York Yankees recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
5/3/25 vs Tampa Bay Rays L 3-2
5/2/25 vs Tampa Bay Rays W 3-0
4/30/25 @ Baltimore Orioles L 5-4
4/29/25 @ Baltimore Orioles W 15-3
4/28/25 @ Baltimore Orioles L 4-3

Tampa Bay Rays recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
5/3/25 @ New York Yankees W 3-2
5/2/25 @ New York Yankees L 3-0
5/1/25 vs Kansas City Royals L 8-2
4/30/25 vs Kansas City Royals L 3-0
4/29/25 vs Kansas City Royals L 3-1

New York Yankees injuries

  • Anthony Volpe (SS): Day-To-Day
  • Clayton Beeter (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Brennen Davis (CF): Day-To-Day
  • Clarke Schmidt (SP): Day-To-Day
  • DJ LeMahieu (3B): 10-Day-IL

Tampa Bay Rays injuries

  • Jake Mangum (RF): 10-Day-IL
  • Gregory Barrios (SS): Day-To-Day
  • Alfredo Zarraga (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Dominic Keegan (C): Day-To-Day
  • Josh Lowe (RF): 10-Day-IL

Rays vs Yankees game info

Type Info
Venue Yankee Stadium
Location Bronx, New York
First pitch Sun 1:35 PM
Temperature 69°
Chance of Rain 52%

Rays vs Yankees predictions

Tomorrow’s game between the Tampa Bay Rays and New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium promises some thrilling performances. On the Rays side, keep an eye on Jonathan Aranda. With a solid .298 batting average, he’s expected to bring home some crucial runs, potentially knocking in around 0.7 in this game. Junior Caminero, with 6 home runs to his name, might add another to his tally. Also worth watching is pitcher Taj Bradley. The young talent is projected to throw a cool 6.2 strikeouts over 5.2 innings, which could keep the Yankees’ potent line-up under control—though he’ll need to be cautious about the long ball, being predicted to allow just over one home run.

Now, shifting gears to the New York Yankees, it’s hard not to talk about Aaron Judge. You can almost sense the electric atmosphere every time he steps up to the plate. Batting an eye-popping .432, he’s likely to notch up 0.5 home runs and drive in some 0.8 RBI on his way. Another name to watch is Will Warren, the probable starting pitcher. He should be a steady presence on the mound, potentially picking up 5.1 strikeouts over 5 innings. Equipped with an arsenal to keep Rays hitters guessing, Warren will be crucial in keeping Tampa Bay from racking up too many runs. Supporting Judge, Cody Bellinger could also have a strong game, sneaking in with around 1.1 hits, providing the Yankees with more opportunities.

As these two AL East teams start the rubber match to decide who claims the 3-game series, it feels like the Yankees might just edge out the Rays. Why? Well, this isn’t solely about their better placement in the standings or the Yankees' home advantage. It's about the momentum, the presence of key players like Judge, and a deep sense of resolve that seems to be emanating from the Bronx. While the Rays will undoubtedly put up a fight with players like Aranda and Caminero ready to shine, the Yankees' lethal combination of batting and pitching has just a bit more firepower to claim the series. So, expect a tight game, but perhaps a small nod goes to the Yankees this time. What do you think? Will the Bronx Bombers pull it off, or will the Rays rain on their parade?

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