New York Yankees @ Tampa Bay Rays Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 4/17/2025 7:05 PM EDT

We have your New York Yankees @ Tampa Bay Rays prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Tampa Bay Rays hit the road to face the New York Yankees.

New York Yankees @ Tampa Bay Rays Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Yankees +102 (DraftKings), Rays -116 (FanDuel)
Best Spread Odds: -
Best Total Odds: Over/Under 9.0 runs (FanDuel)

Game Info

Date: April 17, 2025
Time: 7:05 PM EDT
Location: Yankee Stadium, New York, NY
TV: -

New York Yankees @ Tampa Bay Rays Preview

The New York Yankees (10-7) host the Tampa Bay Rays (8-9) in what promises to be a competitive matchup. The Yankees are coming off a narrow 4-3 victory over the Kansas City Royals, while the Rays suffered a tough 1-0 loss to the Boston Red Sox. Both teams will be looking to gain momentum in this early-season AL East clash. The Yankees have been strong at home, and their offense has shown flashes of brilliance. Meanwhile, the Rays have struggled to find consistency, particularly in close games, as evidenced by their 3-5 record in their last eight games as moneyline favorites.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

In their last 10 meetings, the Yankees and Rays have split the series evenly at 5-5. The Yankees have had the upper hand at home, winning three of the last four games played at Yankee Stadium. However, the Rays have been competitive, often keeping games close with their strong pitching staff. Historically, these matchups have been low-scoring affairs, with the under hitting in six of the last 10 games.

Pick: Yankees Moneyline (+102)

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The Yankees' recent home form and their ability to win close games give them the edge in this matchup. With the Rays struggling to find consistency, particularly on the road, backing the Yankees at plus money offers solid value. Additionally, the Yankees' offense has been more reliable in recent games, which could prove decisive in a tight contest.

Top Player Prop Picks

1. Aaron Judge Over 1.5 Total Bases (+120)

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Aaron Judge has been a force at the plate, particularly at Yankee Stadium. He has recorded at least two total bases in three of his last five games. Facing a Rays pitching staff that has been inconsistent, Judge is well-positioned to deliver another strong performance.

2. Randy Arozarena Over 0.5 RBIs (+140)

Randy Arozarena has been a key contributor for the Rays, driving in runs in two of his last three games. With the Yankees' pitching staff prone to giving up runs in high-leverage situations, Arozarena is a solid pick to record an RBI.

3. Gerrit Cole Over 7.5 Strikeouts (-110)

Gerrit Cole has been dominant on the mound, averaging over eight strikeouts per game in his last three starts. Against a Rays lineup that has struggled with strikeouts, Cole is a strong candidate to hit the over on this line.

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