The Los Angeles Angels are set to take on the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on August 8, 2024, starting at 7:05 PM under expected overcast skies. The pitching matchup features Tyler Anderson for the Angels, who carries a commendable 3.052 ERA, against the Yankees’ Nestor Cortes, who has an ERA of 4.165. The Angels currently sit 13th in the 2024 AL West Division with a 50-64 record, illustrating a .44 win percentage and holding the 4th spot in their division based on their 17-18 record against divisional rivals. Their recent performance shows a modest uptick with a 5-5 run in their last 10 games. The Yankees, conversely, boast a stronger season record in the AL East. Positioned 2nd with a 68-47 win-loss record, they translate this to a .59 winning percentage and have also secured the 2nd position in their division. Their recent form outshines with 8 wins in their last 10 games, although they have encountered a recent minor setback with a loss. When it comes to the much-anticipated odds for this matchup, the New York Yankees are favored with a point spread of -1.5 and a money line of -270, indicating stronger confidence in their victory. The over/under for the game is set at 8.5 runs, suggesting expectations for a moderately high-scoring game. On the other side, the Angels, as the underdogs, have a money line of 220, reflecting the tougher road ahead to clinch a win.