Prediction New York Yankees vs Los Angeles Angels 05.28.25

Tonight’s matchup at Angel Stadium pits the New York Yankees (33-20), currently sitting pretty in the AL East, against the Los Angeles Angels (25-28), who are clawing their way back into contention in the AL West. First pitch is scheduled for 9:38 PM. This game promises to be a fascinating clash of styles.

The Yankees are a well-oiled machine offensively, boasting a .261 batting average (3rd in the league), good for 8.89 hits per game and a solid 5.68 runs per game. Their pitching staff, with an ERA of 3.34, has been a key factor in their success. They’re a complete team, and a tough out.

The Angels, on the other hand, are a bit more of a mixed bag. Their offense is struggling, hitting just .225 (26th in the league), managing only 7.45 hits and 4.19 runs per game. While their bullpen has racked up 13 saves, their pitching staff as a whole has a concerning 4.97 ERA. They need to find some consistency.

Tonight’s pitching matchup features C. Schmidt (1-2, 4.58 ERA) for the Angels against Y. Kikuchi (1-4, 3.17 ERA) for the Yankees. While Schmidt has struggled, Kikuchi’s ERA suggests he’s been a reliable arm for the Yankees. This gives the Yankees a clear advantage on the mound.

Considering the Yankees’ superior offense and pitching, particularly the edge in the starting pitching matchup, I’m predicting a Yankees victory. Given the Angels’ offensive struggles and the Yankees’ strong pitching, I’m also predicting an under on the 8.5 total runs line. The Yankees’ pitching staff should keep the Angels’ bats quiet enough to keep the total runs under that number. Expect a relatively low-scoring affair with the Yankees pulling away late.