Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run. Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images The Yankees are limping back to the Bronx to face the Angels on Monday after a disappointing series in Tampa, staring a five-game losing streak in the face—a far cry from their quick 8-2 start.
New York’s Will Warren (3.07 ERA) will take the mound.
The right-hander has posted 14 strikeouts over 14.2 innings across three appearances this season, relying heavily on his four-seam fastball (108 thrown, per Statcast).
The Pinstripes could benefit from a repeat of his impressive last June performance, when he posted a career-high 11 strikeouts against the Angels.
The Yankees’ bats have struggled recently, but a matchup against left-hander Yusei Kikuchi might be what the doctor ordered.
The Japanese southpaw has gotten off to a rough start, going 0-2 with a 6.75 ERA in 14.2 innings pitched, having already given up 20 hits.
As for the Angels’ sluggers, they are coming off an efficient win over the Reds in Cincinnati.
While Mike Trout is the main attraction, their supporting cast has matured into an underrated, versatile group.
New York Yankees pitcher Will Warren (29) reacts on the mound. Jason Szenes / New York Post Jo Adell has shown flashes, but leading the way is shortstop Zach Neto.
The former first-round pick tops the roster in home runs with five entering Monday’s showdown and has excelled against fastballs with four of those coming against the pitch, per Statcast.
The metrics point to a tough matchup for Warren, as Neto has historically burned him for three hits, six RBIs, and a home run in just six career at-bats, yielding a commanding .500 OBP.
Neto is expected to have a productive outing, making his line of 2 or more hits, runs, and RBIs a solid target.
The Angels’ leadoff hitter is perfectly positioned to contribute significantly in what could be a high-scoring contest.
The Play: Zach Neto to record 2 or more hits + runs + RBIs (-114, BetMGM Sportsbook)
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