Yankees vs. Braves: Strider's Showdown! Can Atlanta Overcome?
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Yankees vs. Braves: A Post-All-Star Clash in Atlanta
The New York Yankees (53-43) head to Truist Park to face the Atlanta Braves (42-53) on Friday, July 18th, in what promises to be an exciting series opener. Both teams are looking to gain momentum after the All-Star break, with the Yankees aiming to close the gap in the AL East and the Braves hoping to climb back into Wild Card contention.
The Braves will be relying on Spencer Strider (3-7, 3.94 ERA) to lead the way. Strider has been pitching well recently, posting a 2.95 ERA and 2.48 FIP in his last six starts, with an impressive 50 strikeouts. He's also managed to reduce his home run rate, making him a formidable opponent.
Strider vs. Yankees: A Look at the Matchups
While most of the Yankees roster hasn't faced Strider much, Paul Goldschmidt has had some success against him, batting .375 with a home run in eight at-bats. However, other key Yankees hitters like Cody Bellinger, Jazz Chisholm Jr., and Trent Grisham have limited experience against the Braves' right-hander.
Yankees' Offense vs. Braves' Pitching
The Yankees boast one of the most potent offenses in MLB, ranking third in runs scored. However, they'll face a tough challenge against Strider and the Braves' pitching staff. The Braves, despite a disappointing first half, have the potential to be a dangerous team, especially with their rotation getting healthier.
How to Watch the Game
- Date: Friday, July 18, 2025
- Time: 7:15 PM EST
- Location: Truist Park, Atlanta, GA
- TV: YES, FDSNSO, MLBN
- Streaming: FuboTV (free trial), DirecTV (free trial), SlingTV (low intro rate)
Ian Hamilton (1-0, 3.47 ERA) will be making his first start of the season for the Yankees after serving as a reliever for much of the first half. The Braves are favored at -135 in the betting line, suggesting a close contest.
Don't miss this exciting matchup between the Yankees and the Braves! Will Strider dominate, or will the Yankees' offense prevail?