Pregame analysis and predictions of the New York Yankees vs. St. Louis Cardinals MLB game to be played on August 17, 2025 on ESPN.

Let’s take a closer look at my MLB picks for August 17. Yankees vs Cardinals best bet: Aaron Judge Over 1.5 total bases (-125) Aaron Judge hasn’t quite returned to the peak of his powers following an injury absence, but he sure appears to be getting close.

Play $50 on the Yanks. It took two hours. Nolan McLean is now the Mets ace. Smashed his debut, allowing only two hits. The pen held and they beat Seattle 3-1. Winner! Down -840 nolanryans.

The New York Yankees once again tested the nerves of their fan base on Friday night against the St. Louis Cardinals. Clinging to a 4–3 lead, they turned to newly acquired closer David Bednar, who immediately showed why he’s so highly valued.

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Let’s see if the Yankees can make this a winning road trip before heading to Tampa Bay. Here’s what you need to know about your first bet with Fanatics. If your first bet loses, users will be paid up to $1,000 in FanCash, which can be used across the Fanatics ecosystem.

In an August 14 article from the New York Post, MLB insider Jon Heyman noted that the Mets "like" Yankees center fielder Cody Bellinger, who was traded to the Yankees in exchange for Cody Poteet back in December 2024.

The New York Yankees and St. Louis Cardinals play the second game of a 3-game series Saturday at Busch Stadium.

Long-time New York sports radio icon Mike Francesa blasts Yankees reliever Devin Williams, saying, 'He shouldn't be here.'

Make no mistake about it: the New York Yankees are failing to live up to expectations this season. If you see the glass as half empty, you'll lean into the fact