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Read Article Yankees vs. Padres prediction: San Diego favored to win Saturday's MLB matchup [9/5/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Dimers' simulation model projects a 53.4% win probability for the Padres at Petco Park.
The San Diego Padres will square off with the New York Yankees, in what is expected to be a close MLB game, at Petco Park on Saturday, beginning at 7:15 PM ET.
The Padres will start Robbie Ray (11-7, 3.14 ERA), while the Yankees have opted for Carlos Rodón (4-3, 3.20 ERA).
Dimers' advanced MLB model gives the Padres a slight edge with a 53.4% win probability over the Yankees.
This article offers a complete Yankees vs. Padres prediction, including best bets and picks.
Yankees vs. Padres prediction and odds
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's MLB matchup between the Yankees and Padres, forming part of our MLB predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Padres a 53.4% chance of defeating the Yankees.
According to our model, the Yankees (+1.5) have a 64.1% chance of covering the run line, while the over/under total of 7.5 runs has a 55.0% chance of going over.
Latest betting odds
We have researched the best MLB odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
- Run Line: Yankees +1.5 (-186) / Padres -1.5 (+182)
- Moneyline: Yankees +122, Padres -122
- Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-106/+104)
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Model picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
- Run line: Padres -1.5 @ 35¢ via Novig
- Moneyline: Yankees @ 45¢ via Polymarket
- Total: Over 7.5 @ 51¢ via Novig
According to our MLB best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 7.5 total runs.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.
Game info & first pitch details
Saturday's MLB action between the Padres and Yankees at Petco Park is scheduled to start at 7:15 PM ET.
- Who: New York Yankees vs. San Diego Padres
- Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
- Time: 7:15 PM ET/4:15PM PT
- Venue: Petco Park
Conclusion
We predict the Padres, with a 53.4% win probability, will likely beat the Yankees in Saturday's MLB matchup.
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