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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Dimers' simulation model projects a 53.5% win probability for the Yankees at Petco Park.
The San Diego Padres and New York Yankees will lock horns in MLB action at Petco Park on Friday, starting at 9:40 PM ET.
Walker Buehler (8-6, 4.66 ERA) will get the ball for the Padres, while the Yankees have opted for Max Fried (4-4, 2.80 ERA).
Dimers' proven MLB model gives the Yankees a slight edge with a 53.5% win probability over the Padres.
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 Friday's MLB matchup between the Yankees and Padres, forming part of our MLB predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Yankees a 53.5% chance of beating the Padres.
According to our model, the Padres (+1.5) have a 59.4% chance of covering the run line, while the 7.5-run over/under has a 52.8% 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 (+163) / Padres +1.5 (-167)
- Moneyline: Yankees -104, Padres +102
- Total: Over/Under 7.5 (+117/-117)
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 current 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: Yankees -1.5 @ 38¢ via Polymarket
- Moneyline: Yankees @ 51¢ via Novig
- Total: Over 7.5 @ 46¢ via Polymarket
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
Friday's MLB game between the Padres and Yankees at Petco Park is scheduled to start at 9:40 PM ET.
- Who: New York Yankees vs. San Diego Padres
- Date: Friday, September 4, 2026
- Time: 9:40 PM ET/6:40PM PT
- Venue: Petco Park
Conclusion
We predict the Yankees, with a 53.5% win probability, will likely beat the Padres in Friday's MLB matchup.
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