The Yankees are aiming to continue their momentum in game two of the four-game set with the Angels. After an entertaining game, the Yankees hope for a clean win. Ryan Weathers is looking to build on personal momentum after a strong start last week.
Weathers Looks to Follow Up Strong Start
Weathers dominated the Athletics on Thursday after two middling starts. The Yankees saw potential in trading with the Marlins to get him this winter. The fastball is a key part of his game. His breaking pitches are also notable, and he may focus on his slider and curve tonight.
Weathers has faced injury and inconsistency. He’s made all his starts so far this year. Following up one good start with another will be key.
Detmers on the Mound for the Angels
Reid Detmers will pitch for the Angels. He is having a solid year when looking past the ERA. His first three starts show a 3.38 FIP. His strikeouts have dipped from his three-year baseline, but so has his walk rate.
His flyball rate is up to 50 percent and his HR/FB rate is a paltry 4.5 percent. It may not last. The ball’s stayed in the yard for April. That may not be the case in start number four, based on what we saw from the Yankees.
Yankees Lineup Changes
Paul Goldschmidt leads off against Detmers. Amed Rosario and his .999 OPS are batting third. He’s giving Jazz Chisholm Jr. a break, taking over second base. Randal Grichuk is in left field spelling Cody Bellinger.
- Location: Yankee Stadium — New York, NY
- TV broadcast: YES, FanDuel Sports Network West
- Radio broadcast: KLAA 830 (LAA), WFAN 660/101.9 FM, WADO 1280 (NYY)
- Online stream: MLB.tv (out-of-market only), Gotham Sports App
The Yankees will look to capitalise on their offensive showing against Detmers. Weathers will aim to continue his personal momentum with another strong start.