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Nationals vs Yankees: Betting Preview & Props (Aug 25)
Last updated: August 25, 2025
Game Time: 8/25, 07:05PM
Today's Setup
The Washington Nationals travel to the Bronx to take on the New York Yankees in what promises to be an intriguing matchup. DraftKings lists the Yankees as heavy favorites at -241, while the Nationals are underdogs at +193, with a significant 80% of the betting money backing the home team, NY Yankees.
Mound Matchup
Pitching Matchup: Brad Lord (WSH) vs Cam Schlittler (NYY)
Brad Lord (WSH):
The Nationals' Brad Lord brings a varied arsenal to the mound, featuring a Four-Seam Fastball (52% usage, 95.0 mph), Slider (19% usage, 85.5 mph), Sinker (17% usage, 94.7 mph), Changeup (12% usage, 86.0 mph), and occasionally a Slurve (0% usage, 82.3 mph). This mix makes him a velocity-heavy pitcher, capable of mixing speeds to keep hitters off balance. The Yankees lineup has averaged .267 this season but projects a .264 xBA against Lord's offerings.
Cam Schlittler (NYY):
Cam Schlittler counters with a power arsenal as well, headlined by a Four-Seam Fastball (59% usage, 97.9 mph), supported by a Cutter (19% usage, 91.2 mph), Curveball (13% usage, 83.5 mph), Sinker (6% usage, 97.1 mph), and a Sweeper (4% usage, 88.0 mph). Schlittler's high velocity and varied mix could pose challenges for the Nationals, who average .242 on the season but have a projected xBA of .260 against him.
Lineup Matchups
Lineup Matchups & Batting Edges
For the Nationals against Cam Schlittler:
- The Nationals lineup averages .242 this season but projects to .260 vs Schlittler's arsenal.
- Biggest Increase: Jr. García: Season BA .250 → xBA vs arsenal .316 (+66 points), Season K% 22.5% → Arsenal K% 11.0% (-11.5%)
- Biggest Decrease: Josh Bell: Season BA .270 → xBA vs arsenal .260 (-10 points), Season K% 12.9% → Arsenal K% 19.8% (+6.9%)
For the Yankees against Brad Lord:
- The Yankees lineup averages .267 this season but projects to .264 vs Lord's arsenal.
- Biggest Increase: Ryan McMahon: Season BA .216 → xBA vs arsenal .262 (+46 points), Season K% 31.8% → Arsenal K% 28.2% (-3.6%)
- Biggest Decrease: Ben Rice: Season BA .286 → xBA vs arsenal .231 (-55 points), Season K% 21.9% → Arsenal K% 29.7% (+7.8%)
Strikeout Trends
Strikeout Risks & Rewards
- The Nationals' projected K-rate is 24.5% vs Cam Schlittler — down 0.1% from their 24.5% season average.
- The Yankees' projected K-rate is 24.9% vs Brad Lord — up 0.6% from their 24.3% season average.
Umpire Impact
Behind the Plate: TBA
Umpire assignment has not been announced, which makes prop volatility a concern.
What to Bet On
📢 Prop Alert: Jr. García (.250 → .316, +66 points) meets betting lean criteria!
No team strikeout rates meet our criteria for a strikeout prop bet.
🔑 Key Takeaways
- Jr. García presents a strong batting prop opportunity given his significant projected increase against Schlittler.
- No notable strikeout prop opportunities present themselves given current data.
- Umpire assignment pending, adding volatility to prop considerations.
- Heavy backing on the Yankees aligns with their favorite status, but the Nationals have a few lineup edges to watch.
🧠 FAQs
Q: Who is the best betting prop for the Nationals vs Yankees game? A: Jr. García presents the best opportunity with a projected increase in xBA against Schlittler's arsenal.
Q: Is the umpire a pitcher-friendly umpire? A: Umpire assignment has not been announced, adding uncertainty to strikeout and walk expectations.
Q: What time is the Nationals vs Yankees game? A: 8/25, 07:05PM
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