The New York Yankees are now just one win away from returning to the World Series for the first time since 2009. After a tough Game 3 loss, the Yankees showcased their resilience in Game 4 of the American League Championship Series (ALCS), defeating the Cleveland Guardians 8-6. With this win, the Yankees hold a commanding 3-1 series lead, pushing Cleveland to the brink of elimination.
Yankees Take Commanding Lead in ALCS
In Game 4, the Yankees were determined to avoid a repeat of Game 3, where they lost in extra innings after blowing a ninth-inning lead. Despite building a four-run lead in the sixth inning, the Guardians staged a comeback to tie the game at 6-6 in the eighth inning, thanks to a timely RBI single from David Fry.
However, the Yankees struck back in the top of the ninth inning, scoring two critical runs and sealing the 8-6 victory. With the win, the Yankees not only took a commanding series lead but also sent a strong message to bookmakers and fans alike.
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Betting Odds Shift in Favor of the Yankees
The Yankees’ Game 4 win caused a significant shift in World Series betting odds. Prior to the game, the Yankees were listed at +145 odds, trailing behind the Los Angeles Dodgers, who were the favorites at -135. Following the Yankees’ resilient win, they are now listed as the -105 favorites to win the World Series on BetMGM. This momentum swing puts them ahead of the Dodgers, who saw their odds shift to +110 after a 12-6 loss to the Mets in Game 5 of the National League Championship Series (NLCS).
The Guardians, on the other hand, find themselves facing long odds. With the Yankees holding a 3-1 series lead, Cleveland’s odds to win the ALCS have dropped to +1000, while their World Series odds are now at a distant +2500.
Looking Ahead: Yankees Eye First World Series Appearance Since 2009
If the Yankees can secure a win in Game 5 of the ALCS, they will make their first World Series appearance in over a decade. The Yankees last appeared in the Fall Classic in 2009, where they emerged victorious. Now, with a chance to close out the series at home, the Yankees are one win away from continuing their historic playoff run.
Dodgers Stumble in the NLCS
Meanwhile, over in the National League, the Los Angeles Dodgers saw their World Series odds take a hit following a Game 5 loss to the New York Mets. The Dodgers were outplayed in a 12-6 defeat, allowing the Mets to force a Game 6. Despite the setback, the Dodgers still hold a 3-2 series lead and will have the chance to close out the NLCS when the series shifts back to Los Angeles on Sunday.
The New York Mets, riding high after their Game 5 victory, now have +400 odds to complete the NLCS comeback and are listed at +900 to win the World Series.
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Key Takeaways: Yankees on the Brink of the World Series
Los Angeles Dodgers hold +110 odds after their loss to the Mets in Game 5 of the NLCS.
The Yankees are now -105 favorites to win the World Series after their Game 4 win over the Guardians.
Cleveland Guardians are listed as +1000 underdogs in the ALCS and +2500 long shots for the World Series.
