The New York Yankees and Oakland Athletics are set to meet in the second game of their weekend series on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento, a unique and temporary home for the Athletics as they await their Las Vegas relocation. Coming off a lopsided 10-2 Yankees win in Friday’s opener, this matchup features a classic contrast in team trajectories—New York, loaded with high-priced talent and postseason aspirations, versus a youthful Athletics squad that has surprised many by remaining competitive in the AL West. The Yankees showcased their offensive firepower in Game 1, led by a historic night from Jasson Domínguez, who blasted three home runs—including a grand slam—cementing his place as the youngest player in franchise history to accomplish the feat. Offensively, the Yankees have been one of the most dangerous lineups in the league, ranking first in slugging percentage (.497) and batting .260 as a team. With Aaron Judge and Juan Soto setting the tone, and Domínguez emerging as a power threat, New York can overwhelm any pitching staff when they’re locked in. However, their Achilles heel continues to be pitching depth and consistency, entering this game with a team ERA of 4.94—among the worst in baseball. Will Warren takes the mound for the Yankees with a 5.65 ERA and 1.53 WHIP, struggling particularly with command and home run prevention, a concerning combination in a hitter-friendly park like Sutter Health. Oakland, despite Friday’s blowout, has shown promise all season and remains just three games behind the division-leading Mariners, thanks to a scrappy lineup and solid offensive metrics—including a team wRC+ of 110. While their pitching has also been shaky, with a team ERA of 4.46, the A’s have been competitive more often than not, and their young lineup has shown fight.

Osvaldo Bido gets the start for the A’s and has outperformed expectations slightly with a 4.71 ERA, though underlying analytics suggest regression may be coming. With two struggling starters on the mound and both teams possessing offensive weapons, oddsmakers have pegged this game with a high run total (10.5), anticipating another potential slugfest. For New York, the key will be continuing to pounce early, forcing Bido into hitter’s counts and getting traffic on the bases. For Oakland, they’ll need to shake off Friday’s loss, exploit Warren’s command issues, and hope their bullpen can keep them in the game longer than it did in Game 1. The Yankees have historically dominated the A’s in recent matchups and bring significantly more firepower, but the A’s have overachieved all season and thrive in underdog spots. Expect an aggressive approach from both sides, especially with wind conditions favoring hitters. Game 2 presents an opportunity for New York to assert dominance and build momentum, while the A’s are hungry to even the series and prove their resilience is more than just a first-half fluke. With runs expected in bunches and plenty of young talent on display, this Saturday contest has all the makings of a fun, high-scoring affair.