Yankees vs Giants Preview & Prediction: Records, pitching matchups, head to head and more | Game 1, May 31, 2024

The New York Yankees will continue their journey on the road as they open a three-game series against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. The Yanks won the last series against the Los Angeles Angels and are keen on extending their two-game winning streak.

Despite their last defeat, the Giants won the series against the Phillies. The Giants will enter this game with their home-field advantage and a day's off while they hope to rebound.

Yankees vs. Giants: Preview

The first pitch is scheduled to take place at 10:15 PM EDT on Friday. The game can be watched on YES or NBCS BA. The online stream will start at the scheduled game time on Fubo TV.

Yankees vs. Giants: Prediction

The Yanks have extended their lead to 39-19 in the AL East. They are coming off an impressive 8-3 victory against the Angels. The Bronx Bombers have a strong offense and a dominating pitching rotation to help them win this game.

The Giants took the Phillies by surprise in their last series. After their success against one of the best offensive teams, the Giants have proved to be a threat. However, the pitching matchup plays a crucial role in this game. The Yanks are predicted to win Game 1 of this series.

Yankees vs. Giants: Head-to-Head Record

The rivalry between the Yanks and the Giants dates back to the 1962 World Series, where the Giants failed to win against their opponent. In their All-Time series, the Yanks have won 35 while the Giants have won 25.

Yankees vs. Giants: Pitching Matchups

Taking the mound for the pinstripes will be right-handed pitcher Marcus Stroman. With a 4-2 record and a 2.76 ERA, Stroman is easily one of the top pitchers this season. His dominance and pitching prowess have been widely noticed.

The Giants will hand over the ball to Jordan Hicks to start in Game 1. Hicks holds a 4-1 record this season with a 2.33 ERA. The Giants have been successful with Hicks on the mound in most games.

Yankees vs. Giants: Players to watch out for

Juan Soto

Juan Soto has never failed to impress since he started wearing the pinstripes. Soto has 15 home runs and is slashing .312/ .415/ .999 this season.

Aaron Judge

The Yankees captain is back in shape and is tied at the top of the home run leaders list with 18. Judge is slashing .273/ .403/ 1.020 this season. Soto and Judge are the top players to watch out for.

Matt Chapman

Matt Chapman has been on fire for the Giants with eight home runs and 27 RBIs this season. The veteran slugger is slashing. 237/ .308/ .722 this season.

Thairo Estrada

Thairo Estrada is the other top player for the Giants with eight home runs this season. Estrada is slashing .243/ .274/ .690 and is one of the top players to watch out for.

Both starting pitchers have a strong ERA. The bullpen will also play an important part for both teams. The offense is expected to come out strong for the Bronx Bombers as they are predicted to win.