On July 20, 2024, the Tampa Bay Rays are set to clash with the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium, starting at 1:05 PM under partially cloudy skies. Taj Bradley will take the mound for the Rays with a competitive ERA of 2.898, while the Yankees will counter with Nestor Cortes and his ERA of 3.668.

In the current standings of the 2024 AL East Division, the Rays hold 9th place with a record of 48 wins and 49 losses, indicating a win percentage of .490. They rank 4th within their division with a 12-19 record. The team’s recent performance includes 4 wins in their previous 10 games, alongside a loss in their last match. With a balanced home record of 27 wins and 27 losses, and a slightly better performance on the road at 21-22, the Rays will look to improve their day game record, which presently stands at 18 wins.

On the other side, the Yankees are positioned third in the division, boasting a record of 59-40, which translates to a .600 winning percentage. They hold the 2nd place in the division and have posted 5 wins in their last 10 contests, currently enjoying a W1 streak. At Yankee Stadium, their record is 26-19, while they show strength on the road with 33 wins against 21 losses. The Yankees excel in night games with 39 victories compared to 20 during the day. Offensively, they have scored 494 runs and have given up 383.

In terms of betting, the game presents some interesting dynamics. The point spread is set at -1.5, with an over/under of 8.0. For moneyline bettors, the Yankees are favored with odds of -153, while the Rays are underdogs at +130. These odds reflect the Yankees’ better overall performance and current form as compared to the Rays, making them a safer bet, though the Rays’ recent underdog status could present a valuable betting opportunity for the risk-tolerant.