Pick details
| MATCHUP | Minnesota Twins | New York Yankees |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 43-47 | 49-39 |
| Spread | +1.5 -186 | -1.5 153 |
| Moneyline | +114 | -137 |
| Total | Over 8.5 (-120) | Under 8.5 (-101) |
| Where | Yankee Stadium, Bronx, New York | |
| When | Sunday, July 5, 2026 | |
| Time | 01:35 PM EDT | |
| TV | Peacock | |
Minnesota Twins Betting Preview
The Minnesota Twins enter Sunday’s contest with a 43–47 overall record (3rd in the American League Central) and a 21–24 mark on the road. The Twins offense has been competitive to this point in the season. Through 90 games played in 2026, Minnesota has compiled 442 runs scored (6th in MLB), 144 doubles, a .246 team batting average and 117 home runs which ranks sixth in Major League Baseball.The Twins arrive at tomorrow’s game in good form. Minnesota has won four of the team’s last six games played this season, including a convincing 8–3 victory over the Houston Astros three days ago.
Minnesota will turn to right hander Joe Ryan in this contest. In eighteen starts made this season, Ryan has compiled a 5–5 win‑loss record, a 3.61 ERA, a 1.08 WHIP (17th in MLB), and a whopping 113 strikeouts, while allowing 83 hits and 22 walks in 97.1 innings pitched. Joe Ryan struggled in his most recent outing, allowing six earned runs across four innings in the Houston Astros 6-4 defeat of the Minnesota Twins last month. Ryan will look to rebound from his recent poor performances on the mound in tomorrow’s matchup with the New York Yankees.
Turning our attention to the Minnesota offense, the Twins lineup features outfielder Byron Buxton and designated hitter Josh Bell. Byron Buxton arrives at this contest with a .269 batting average, 25 home runs (4th in MLB), 45 RBIs, 22 walks, 7 stolen bases and a .900 OPS. Josh Bell has tallied a .247 batting average, 13 home runs, 59 RBIs (15th in MLB) and a .738 OPS.
New York Yankees Betting Preview
The New York Yankees enter Sunday afternoon’s matchup with a 49–39 overall record (2nd in the American League East) and a respectable 23–19 mark at home. New York has played below average baseball recently, losing eight of the team’s last nine games, including a 5–4 loss to the Boston Red Sox last week.New York will start left hander Ryan Weathers in tomorrow’s game. In sixteen starts made this season, Weathers has compiled a 3-6 record, a 4.08 ERA, a 1.21 WHIP and 98 strikeouts, while allowing 82 hits and 25 walks in 88.1 innings pitched.
The New York Yankees lineup features second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. and first baseman Ben Rice. Chisolm Jr. enters this contest with 12 home runs, 10 doubles, 33 walks, 33 RBIs, 23 stolen bases and a .701 OPS. Ben Rice has compiled a .267 batting average, 56 RBIs (15th in MLB), 24 home runs (6th in MLB) and a .926 OPS which ranks 26th in Major League Baseball.
Why the Minnesota Twins will win.
• Starting pitching upside. Joe Ryan has compiled a 3.61 ERA, 113 strikeouts and a 1.08 WHIP which ranks 17th in Major League Baseball.• Current form. The Minnesota Twins have won four of the team’s last six games.
Why the New York Yankees will win.
• Home field advantage. New York has played competitive baseball (23-19) at Yankee Stadium this season.• Quality starting pitching. In sixteen starts made this season, Ryan Weathers has compiled a 3-6 record, a 4.08 ERA, a 1.21 WHIP and 98 strikeouts in 88.1 innings pitched.
Minnesota Twins vs. New York Yankees Prediction
In my view, this matchup favors the New York Yankees. Why? New York starting pitcher Ryan Weathers has pitched at a high level, allowing two or fewer earned runs in three consecutive starts made this season, while Minnesota hurler Joe Ryan has been far more inconsistent recently which is a concern facing a formidable New York lineup that has played well at home. With that said, I am backing the New York Yankees on the moneyline in this game.Hans Geevers's Pick: New York Yankees ML
