MLB Picks · June 7, 2026
Boston Red Sox vs New York Yankees
Strong Lean
Yankees ML
-156
75
/ 100
Edge Score
Starting Pitchers
Boston Red Sox · Away
Ranger Suarez (LHP)
New York Yankees · Home
Cam Schlittler (RHP)
AI Analysis
Cam Schlittler has been outstanding in 2026 with a 1.89 ERA and 0.86 WHIP over 76.1 innings — arguably the best starting pitching matchup edge of the day. The Yankees hit .253/.802 vs LHP (Suarez's handedness), giving them a meaningful platoon advantage against Boston's southpaw. Ben Rice's 1.050 OPS, Trent Grisham's recent heat, and the Yankees' 6.4 R/G over the last 10 games all point to a strong offensive showing. Boston is 27-35 and hitting only .239/.681 vs RHP, while Suarez (3.38 ERA, 1.16 WHIP) is solid but faces a lineup built to beat him.
Concerns
- •Suarez is a quality arm at 3.38 ERA — not a pushover
- •Boston has been scoring 5.4 R/G over their last 10 games
- •Willson Contreras is on fire (.438 L14) and poses a real threat
- •Wind 14 mph WNW at Yankee Stadium plays in/out neutral for HR
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