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Yankees vs. Rays odds, predictions: MLB playoff picks, best bets for ALDS Game 2

“Stitch. After careful analysis, running countless simulations and numerous conversations with my AI companion, I have determined this year’s World Series pick: Dodgers over Yankees in five.” — Rob Mittelholtz, Ventura, Calif. “Remember when Knicks fans begged Mayor Mamdani to…

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 7:00 PM
Yankees vs. Rays odds, predictions: MLB playoff picks, best bets for ALDS Game 2
Key Things to Know
  • New York Post writer Stitches predicts the New York Yankees will defeat the Tampa Bay Rays in ALDS Game 2.
  • Stitches placed a $50 bet on the Yankees at -125 odds.
  • The writer points out that pitcher Cam Schlittler posted an 8-2 record on the road this season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

New York Post handicapper Stitches provides his betting prediction for ALDS Game 2 between the New York Yankees and Tampa Bay Rays. The writer is backing the Yankees with a $50 wager at -125 odds on Fanatics Sportsbook.

Stitches highlights pitcher Cam Schlittler's strong 8-2 road record during the season as a key advantage for New York. He also notes Rays pitcher Freddy Peralta's past postseason struggles, citing a career 1-3 playoff record.

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