Friday night baseball is back, and what better way to continue the Fourth of July celebrations than by watching some exciting matchups on the diamond? From the historic rivalry between the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees to the impressive rookie debut of Paul Skenes with the Pittsburgh Pirates, there are plenty of storylines to follow in tonight’s games.
The Red Sox-Yankees game is always a must-watch, and tonight’s matchup is no exception. The Yankees have been struggling lately, but with Aaron Judge leading the charge, anything can happen. Judge, who leads the majors with 32 home runs, is facing Red Sox starter Tanner Houck, and we’re betting on him to add to his impressive tally. Whether he hits one out of the park against Houck or someone else, Judge is a force to be reckoned with.
In the Cardinals-Nationals game, Patrick Corbin takes the mound for Washington, and he has been a reliable bet against lately. Corbin has not picked up a win in nearly two months and has a 0-4 record with a 5.40 ERA in his past eight starts. With the Cardinals’ lineup looking strong, we’re banking on them to score over 4.5 runs against Corbin tonight.
Finally, rookie sensation Paul Skenes is set to make his mark with the Pirates as they take on the Mets. Skenes, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 draft, has been impressive so far, racking up 70 strikeouts in just nine starts. With the Mets struggling at the plate recently, we’re expecting Skenes to dominate and record at least 10 strikeouts in tonight’s game.
Friday night baseball is always full of excitement, and tonight’s games are no exception. Whether you’re a fan of the Red Sox, Yankees, Cardinals, Nationals, Pirates, or Mets, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. So grab some snacks, settle in, and enjoy America’s favorite pastime under the lights.