The Texas Rangers (54-61) and New York Yankees (68-48) open a 3-game series Friday. First pitch from Yankee Stadium is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s'lines around the Rangers vs. Yankees odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.
Season series: First meeting; Rangers won 4-3 last year
The Rangers have lost back-to-back games after falling 6-4 against the Houston Astros Wednesday as +116 home underdogs. SP Jose Urena'allowed 2 earned runs in 4 innings and recorded the loss.
The Yankees have also dropped 2 straight after losing 9-4 against the Los Angeles Angels Thursday, failing to cash as -223 home favorites. SP Nestor Cortes'allowed 6 earned runs in 4 2/3 innings to pick up the loss.