San Diego is slightly favored after winning the opener, but I support the New York Yankees as a short underdog with Carlos Rodón on the mound. The Yankees boast a superior run prevention profile and bullpen, while the Padres struggle with starting pitching. I predict a Yankees win (48%) and recommend betting on the Under 7.5 runs (51%), given matchup-specific strengths of the starting pitchers. The game is set for September 5, 2026, at Petco Park, with first pitch at 7:15 p.m. ET on FOX.
