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UNDER 8.5 New York Yankees vs. Los Angeles Angels:
Game 1 of the American League Championship Series takes place in the Bronx, and this one should be a doozy. Two terrific starters, two great offenses, which will prevail.

We’re going with the under the 8.5 for a few reasons, first being the weather. It’s expected to be very unpleasant in New York City all weekend, and tonight should be no exception. John Lackey (11-8, 3.83) was brilliant in his first playoff start last week against the Red Sox. He went 7 1/3 innings, and did not allow a run.

CC Sabathia (19-8, 3.37) was acquired by the Yankees to pitch in games like this. He was great last week against Minnesota, allowing 1 earned run in 6 2/3 in a Yankee win last week. This should be a classic pitching matchup between the two best teams in the American League. Good luck!

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