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New York Yankees vs Pittsburgh Pirates predictions, Jul 21, 2026

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As the New York Yankees prepare to host the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 21, 2026, both teams are coming into the matchup with commendable recent form. The Yankees have secured victories in 3 of their last 5 games, showcasing a resilient offense and solid pitching, which they will aim to leverage in front of their home crowd. Meanwhile, the Pirates have been in impressive shape with 4 wins from their last 5 outings, demonstrating effectiveness both at the plate and on the mound.

From a tactical perspective, the Yankees are renowned for their powerful batting lineup, which has shown the ability to capitalize on opponents’ pitching mistakes. Conversely, the Pirates have found a blend of offensive aggression and strategic baserunning that could challenge the Yankees’ defense.

Betting odds reflect a tight contest, with the Yankees favored at 1.67 against the Pirates’ 2.34. Our predictive model gives a 57.7% probability of a home win for the Yankees, while the Pirates hold a respectable 42.3% chance of securing an away victory. With a predicted scoreline of 5-3 in favor of the Yankees, this matchup promises an engaging battle, but as with any sporting event, the outcome remains uncertain.

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NY Yankees
57%		 Pittsburgh
43%

Prediction (the most likely score): 6:4

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
1.66 2.22
1.72 2.27
1.72 2.2

Latest Results

19.07.26 New York Yankees – Los Angeles Dodgers – 2:1
19.07.26 New York Yankees – Los Angeles Dodgers – 2:8
17.07.26 New York Yankees – Los Angeles Dodgers – 1:2
12.07.26 Washington Nationals – New York Yankees – 3:5
11.07.26 Washington Nationals – New York Yankees – 2:4		 19.07.26 Cleveland Guardians – Pittsburgh Pirates – 1:7
18.07.26 Cleveland Guardians – Pittsburgh Pirates – 5:3
18.07.26 Cleveland Guardians – Pittsburgh Pirates – 1:7
12.07.26 Pittsburgh Pirates – Milwaukee Brewers – 14:5
11.07.26 Pittsburgh Pirates – Milwaukee Brewers – 3:2

Facts

  • One team leads the standings, the other sits mid-table (ranked 2 and 7).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, NY Yankees won 3.
  • In recent matches, NY Yankees has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Pittsburgh is in very good shape now (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • NY Yankees may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, NY Yankees won 12 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 141:83. (average 7.1:4.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, NY Yankees won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 79:52. (average 7.2:4.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    09.03.26 New York Yankees – Pittsburgh Pirates – 3:5
    23.02.26 Pittsburgh Pirates – New York Yankees – 2:6
    06.04.25 Pittsburgh Pirates – New York Yankees – 5:4
    05.04.25 Pittsburgh Pirates – New York Yankees – 4:10
    04.04.25 Pittsburgh Pirates – New York Yankees – 4:9

    Standings

    Main

    American League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Tampa Bay Rays 98 56 42 435:421 0.571
    2 New York Yankees 99 55 44 467:382 0.556
    3 Chicago White Sox 98 52 46 469:424 0.531
    4 Cleveland Guardians 100 52 48 392:404 0.520
    5 Boston Red Sox 98 50 48 413:368 0.510
    6 Texas Rangers 99 50 49 412:443 0.505
    7 Seattle Mariners 100 50 50 402:389 0.500
    8 Baltimore Orioles 100 49 51 459:472 0.490
    9 Minnesota Twins 100 49 51 479:503 0.490
    10 Toronto Blue Jays 99 46 53 397:442 0.465
    11 Detroit Tigers 99 46 53 418:387 0.465
    12 Houston Astros 101 47 54 455:508 0.465
    13 Athletics 99 42 57 443:557 0.424
    14 Kansas City Royals 100 40 60 426:525 0.400
    15 Los Angeles Angels 100 39 61 434:496 0.390

    National League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Los Angeles Dodgers 100 63 37 517:362 0.630
    2 Milwaukee Brewers 99 62 37 502:371 0.626
    3 Atlanta Braves 98 57 41 489:381 0.582
    4 Chicago Cubs 99 56 43 502:440 0.566
    5 Philadelphia Phillies 100 55 45 432:445 0.550
    6 Miami Marlins 100 52 48 447:428 0.520
    7 Pittsburgh Pirates 100 52 48 533:479 0.520
    8 St.Louis Cardinals 98 51 47 444:440 0.520
    9 Arizona Diamondbacks 99 51 48 433:444 0.515
    10 Washington Nationals 100 50 50 545:530 0.500
    11 San Diego Padres 99 49 50 405:437 0.495
    12 Cincinnati Reds 98 45 53 414:473 0.459
    13 San Francisco Giants 99 42 57 408:469 0.424
    14 New York Mets 100 42 58 409:471 0.420
    15 Colorado Rockies 101 40 61 484:574 0.396

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