Venue: Chase Field — Phoenix, Arizona

First Pitch: 9:40 PM ET / 6:40 PM MST

Broadcast: SportsNet Pittsburgh, Bally Sports Arizona, MLB.TV

VENUE — CHASE FIELD

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Park Factor: Slightly hitter‑friendly when roof is open; neutral when closed

Dimensions: 413 ft to CF, 374 ft to LCF, 334 ft to LF

Surface: Natural grass with retractable roof

Roof Status: Expected closed due to high temperatures.

A closed roof creates a neutral run environment, reducing weather volatility.

WEATHER FORECAST (Phoenix, AZ — May 7, 2026)

(Roof expected closed — minimal impact on play)

Outside Temperature: 92°F

Humidity: Low

Wind: 7–10 mph (irrelevant with roof closed)

Conditions: Hot, dry desert evening

Impact: With the roof closed, conditions will be stable and pitcher‑friendly relative to typical desert baseball.

INJURY REPORT

Pittsburgh Pirates

Oneil Cruz — OUT (ankle)

Ke’Bryan Hayes — Day‑to‑day (back tightness)

David Bednar — OUT (forearm)

Rowdy Tellez — Day‑to‑day (hamstring)

Marco Gonzales — OUT (shoulder)

Arizona Diamondbacks

Corbin Carroll — OUT (wrist)

Zac Gallen — OUT (elbow)

Gabriel Moreno — Day‑to‑day (hand)

Paul Sewald — OUT (lat strain)

Christian Walker — Day‑to‑day (knee)

Impact: Both teams are missing cornerstone players. Arizona’s offense is significantly weakened without Carroll and potentially Walker; Pittsburgh’s bullpen is compromised without Bednar.

RECENT TEAM FORM

Pittsburgh Pirates

Last 10: 6–4

Road Record: 9–9

Runs/Game: 4.4

Team ERA: 4.02

Trend: Pirates’ pitching has been solid, and the offense has been timely despite injuries.

Arizona Diamondbacks

Last 10: 4–6

Home Record: 10–8

Runs/Game: 4.6

Team ERA: 4.51

Trend: Arizona’s offense has been inconsistent without Carroll, and the bullpen has struggled in close games.

PROBABLE STARTING PITCHERS

Pittsburgh Pirates — RHP Jared Jones

2026 Season: 3–2, 3.54 ERA

Strengths: Power fastball, elite strikeout ability

Weaknesses: Occasional command lapses

Park Fit: Excellent — roof‑closed Chase Field suppresses HR risk

Arizona Diamondbacks — RHP Brandon Pfaadt

2026 Season: 2–3, 4.22 ERA

Strengths: Slider, improving command

Weaknesses: Vulnerable to left‑handed power

Park Fit: Good — neutral environment helps limit big innings

Pitching Edge: Pirates (moderate)

 KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS

Bryan Reynolds (PIT) vs. Brandon Pfaadt (ARI)

Reynolds crushes right‑handed pitching

Pfaadt struggles vs. switch‑hitters with power Edge: Pirates

Ketel Marte (ARI) vs. Jared Jones (PIT)

Marte handles high‑velocity fastballs well

Jones’ slider could neutralize him Edge: Even

Jack Suwinski (PIT) vs. Diamondbacks Bullpen

Suwinski thrives vs. right‑handed relievers

Arizona’s bullpen ERA is bottom‑third Edge: Pirates

Christian Walker (ARI) vs. Pirates Pitching

(If active)

Walker is Arizona’s most consistent power threat

Jones’ fastball/slider combo is a tough matchup Edge: Pirates

SERIES HISTORY

2025 Season: Pirates won season series 4–2

At Chase Field: Teams have split last 6

2026 Series: Pirates lead 2–0 entering this game

Trend: Games have been moderate‑scoring with late‑inning volatility

BETTING TRENDS

Pittsburgh Pirates

Pirates are 5–2 in last 7 road games

Under is 6–3 in last 9 Pirates games

Pirates are 4–1 in last 5 vs. NL West

Arizona Diamondbacks

Diamondbacks are 3–6 in last 9 home games

Over is 5–2 in last 7 Pfaadt starts

Arizona is 2–5 in last 7 vs. teams above .500

Head‑to‑Head

Pirates are 7–3 in last 10 meetings

Under is 6–4 in last 10

Average combined score: 8.2 runs

Game Odds

Pittsburgh Pirates                            9

Arizona Diamondbacks                 – 115

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Venue: Nationals Park — Washington, D.C.

First Pitch: 6:45 PM ET

Broadcast: Bally Sports North, MASN, MLB.TV

VENUE — NATIONALS PARK

Location: Washington, D.C.

Park Factor: Slightly hitter‑friendly, especially to left‑center

Dimensions: 402 ft to CF, 377 ft to LCF, 335 ft to LF

Surface: Natural grass

Nationals Park plays neutral‑to‑offensive in warm weather, but early‑May evenings can suppress carry.

WEATHER FORECAST (Washington, D.C. — May 7, 2026)

Temperature at first pitch: 63°F

Wind: 8–11 mph blowing in from right field

Humidity: Moderate

Conditions: Clear skies

Impact: Wind blowing in reduces home‑run potential for left‑handed hitters. Expect a moderate‑to‑low scoring environment unless bullpens implode.

INJURY REPORT

Minnesota Twins

Carlos Correa — OUT (back)

Royce Lewis — OUT (quad)

Byron Buxton — Day‑to‑day (knee soreness)

Jhoan Durán — OUT (forearm)

Max Kepler — Day‑to‑day (shoulder)

Washington Nationals

CJ Abrams — OUT (hamstring)

Josiah Gray — OUT (elbow)

Lane Thomas — Day‑to‑day (ankle)

Hunter Harvey — OUT (lat strain)

Luis García Jr. — Day‑to‑day (wrist)

Impact: Both teams are missing cornerstone players. Minnesota’s lineup is significantly weakened without Correa and Lewis; Washington’s offense loses speed and spark without Abrams.

RECENT TEAM FORM

Minnesota Twins

Last 10: 5–5

Road Record: 7–12

Runs/Game: 4.1

Team ERA: 4.47

Trend: Pitching has been inconsistent, and the offense has struggled without its top bats.

Washington Nationals

Last 10: 4–6

Home Record: 9–10

Runs/Game: 4.3

Team ERA: 4.39

Trend: Nationals have been competitive but inconsistent, especially in late innings.

PROBABLE STARTING PITCHERS

Minnesota Twins — RHP Bailey Ober

2026 Season: 2–3, 3.92 ERA

Strengths: Extension, deception, strong command

Weaknesses: Fly‑ball tendencies

Park Fit: Good — wind blowing in helps mitigate HR risk

Washington Nationals — RHP Jake Irvin

2026 Season: 2–4, 4.28 ERA

Strengths: Curveball, ground‑ball rate

Weaknesses: Struggles vs. left‑handed hitters

Park Fit: Solid — keeps ball in yard

Pitching Edge: Twins (slightly)

KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS

Joey Gallo (MIN) vs. Jake Irvin (WSH)

Gallo’s power is neutralized by wind blowing in

Irvin struggles vs. lefties but can induce ground balls Edge: Even

Juan Yepez (WSH) vs. Bailey Ober (MIN)

Yepez handles high fastballs well

Ober’s extension can disrupt timing Edge: Twins

Trevor Larnach (MIN) vs. Nationals Bullpen

Larnach has been hot vs. right‑handed relievers

Nationals bullpen ERA is bottom‑third Edge: Twins

Keibert Ruiz (WSH) vs. Twins Pitching

Ruiz thrives vs. command‑first pitchers

Ober must avoid middle‑middle fastballs Edge: Nationals

SERIES HISTORY

2025 Season: Twins won season series 3–2

At Nationals Park: Teams have split last 6

2026 Series: Nationals lead 2–1 entering this game

Trend: Games have been moderate‑scoring with bullpen volatility

BETTING TRENDS

Minnesota Twins

Twins are 3–7 in last 10 road games

Under is 5–2 in last 7 Ober starts

Twins are 2–5 in last 7 vs. NL opponents

Washington Nationals

Nationals are 4–2 in last 6 home games

Under is 6–3 in last 9 Nationals games

Washington is 5–1 in last 6 vs. teams under .500

Head‑to‑Head

Under is 6–3 in last 9 meetings

Home team is 5–4 in last 9

Average combined score: 8.1 runs

Game Odds

Minnesota Twins                             9

Washington Nationals                   – 118

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Venue: loanDepot Park — Miami, Florida

First Pitch: 6:40 PM ET

Broadcast: MASN, Bally Sports Florida, MLB.TV

VENUE — LOANDEPOT PARK

Location: Miami, FL

Park Factor: Pitcher‑friendly, especially for home runs

Roof: Often closed due to heat/humidity

Surface: Turf/grass hybrid

Roof Status: Expected closed due to humidity and early‑evening thunderstorms in the area.

A closed roof neutralizes weather and keeps run scoring moderate.

WEATHER FORECAST (Miami, FL — May 7, 2026)

(Roof expected closed — minimal impact on play)

Outside Temperature: 82°F

Humidity: 74%

Wind: 10–14 mph (irrelevant with roof closed)

Conditions: Scattered thunderstorms

Impact: With the roof closed, conditions will be stable and pitcher‑friendly.

INJURY REPORT

Baltimore Orioles

Gunnar Henderson — OUT (ankle sprain)

John Means — OUT (elbow)

Cedric Mullins — Day‑to‑day (quad tightness)

Tyler Wells — OUT (forearm)

Ryan Mountcastle — Day‑to‑day (wrist)

Miami Marlins

Jazz Chisholm Jr. — OUT (hamstring)

Jesús Luzardo — OUT (elbow)

Jake Burger — OUT (shoulder)

A.J. Puk — OUT (back)

Bryan De La Cruz — Day‑to‑day (knee)

Impact: Both teams are missing cornerstone hitters. Baltimore’s lineup is weakened without Henderson and Mullins; Miami’s offense loses explosiveness without Jazz and Burger.

RECENT TEAM FORM

Baltimore Orioles

Last 10: 4–6

Road Record: 7–11

Runs/Game: 4.3

Team ERA: 4.51

Trend: Pitching has been inconsistent, and the offense has cooled without Henderson.

Miami Marlins

Last 10: 5–5

Home Record: 9–10

Runs/Game: 4.1

Team ERA: 4.47

Trend: Miami has been competitive but lacks late‑inning execution.

PROBABLE STARTING PITCHERS

Baltimore Orioles — RHP Grayson Rodriguez

2026 Season: 2–3, 4.12 ERA

Strengths: Power fastball, swing‑and‑miss changeup

Weaknesses: Occasional command lapses

Park Fit: Excellent — fly‑ball suppression environment

Miami Marlins — RHP Edward Cabrera

2026 Season: 1–2, 4.58 ERA

Strengths: Electric stuff, elite strikeout potential

Weaknesses: Walk rate, pitch count inefficiency

Park Fit: Strong — minimizes HR damage

Pitching Edge: Orioles (slightly)

KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS

Adley Rutschman (BAL) vs. Edward Cabrera (MIA)

Rutschman excels vs. high‑velocity arms

Cabrera’s walks could put him in trouble Edge: Orioles

Luis Arraez (MIA) vs. Grayson Rodriguez (BAL)

Arraez thrives vs. power pitchers

Rodriguez must avoid middle‑middle fastballs Edge: Marlins

Anthony Santander (BAL) vs. Marlins Bullpen

Santander’s switch‑hitting power plays well in big parks

Miami’s bullpen ERA is bottom‑third Edge: Orioles

Josh Bell (MIA) vs. Orioles Pitching

Bell has been Miami’s most consistent run producer

Rodriguez’s changeup could neutralize him Edge: Even

SERIES HISTORY

2025 Season: Orioles won season series 3–2

At loanDepot Park: Teams have split last 6

2026 Series: Tied 1–1 entering this game

Trend: Games tend to be low‑scoring in Miami

BETTING TRENDS

Baltimore Orioles

Orioles are 3–7 in last 10 road games

Under is 5–2 in last 7 Rodriguez starts

Orioles are 2–5 in last 7 vs. NL opponents

Miami Marlins

Marlins are 4–2 in last 6 home games

Under is 6–3 in last 9 Marlins games

Miami is 5–1 in last 6 vs. teams under .500

Head‑to‑Head

Under is 6–3 in last 9 meetings

Home team is 5–4 in last 9

Average combined score: 7.4 runs

Game Odds

Baltimore Orioles            8.5

Miami Marlins                  – 126

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Venue: Petco Park — San Diego, California

First Pitch: 9:40 PM ET / 6:40 PM PT

Broadcast: Bally Sports Midwest, Padres.TV, MLB.TV

VENUE — PETCO PARK

Location: San Diego, CA

Park Factor: Pitcher‑friendly, especially at night

Dimensions: Deep alleys, spacious outfield

Surface: Natural grass

Petco suppresses home runs but rewards line‑drive hitters and teams with speed.

WEATHER FORECAST (San Diego, CA — May 7, 2026)

Temperature at first pitch: 64°F

Wind: 6–9 mph blowing in from left‑center

Humidity: Moderate

Conditions: Clear skies, cool coastal evening

Impact: Wind blowing in further suppresses power. Expect a low‑to‑moderate scoring environment with pitching and defense taking center stage.

INJURY REPORT

St. Louis Cardinals

Willson Contreras — OUT (forearm fracture)

Tommy Edman — OUT (wrist)

Lars Nootbaar — Day‑to‑day (hamstring)

Giovanny Gallegos — OUT (shoulder)

Steven Matz — OUT (back)

San Diego Padres

Fernando Tatis Jr. — Day‑to‑day (quad tightness)

Joe Musgrove — OUT (elbow)

Luis Campusano — OUT (thumb)

Robert Suarez — Day‑to‑day (forearm fatigue)

Xander Bogaerts — OUT (wrist)

Impact: Both teams are missing key offensive pieces. Tatis’ availability is a major swing factor for San Diego.

RECENT TEAM FORM

St. Louis Cardinals

Last 10: 7–3

Road Record: 9–8

Runs/Game: 4.5

Team ERA: 3.92

Trend: Cardinals’ pitching has been strong, and the offense has been timely despite injuries.

San Diego Padres

Last 10: 6–4

Home Record: 12–7

Runs/Game: 4.7

Team ERA: 3.78

Trend: Padres continue to win with balanced offense and strong bullpen work.

PROBABLE STARTING PITCHERS

St. Louis Cardinals — RHP Miles Mikolas

2026 Season: 3–2, 3.88 ERA

Strengths: Command, ground‑ball rate, efficiency

Weaknesses: Limited strikeout upside

Petco Fit: Excellent — pitch‑to‑contact style plays well in big ballpark

San Diego Padres — RHP Michael King

2026 Season: 4–1, 3.41 ERA

Strengths: Elite movement, swing‑and‑miss slider

Weaknesses: Occasional walk issues

Petco Fit: Strong — strikeout profile thrives in pitcher‑friendly environment

Pitching Edge: Padres (slightly)

KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS

Paul Goldschmidt (STL) vs. Michael King (SD)

Goldschmidt handles right‑handed velocity well

King’s slider could neutralize him Edge: Even

Manny Machado (SD) vs. Miles Mikolas (STL)

Machado thrives vs. command‑first pitchers

Mikolas must avoid middle‑middle sinkers Edge: Padres

Nolan Arenado (STL) vs. Padres Bullpen

Arenado has been heating up

Padres bullpen has been strong but vulnerable to right‑handed power Edge: Cardinals

Jake Cronenworth (SD) vs. Cardinals Pitching

Cronenworth’s line‑drive approach fits Petco perfectly

Mikolas’ sinker could induce weak contact Edge: Even

SERIES HISTORY

2025 Season: Padres won season series 4–3

At Petco Park: Padres have won 6 of last 9

2026 Series: Tied 1–1 entering this game

Trend: Games tend to be low‑scoring at Petco

BETTING TRENDS

St. Louis Cardinals

Cardinals are 6–2 in last 8 road games

Under is 5–2 in last 7 Mikolas starts

Cardinals are 5–1 in last 6 vs. NL West

San Diego Padres

Padres are 7–3 in last 10 home games

Under is 6–3 in last 9 Padres games

Padres are 8–2 in last 10 night games

Head‑to‑Head

Under is 7–3 in last 10 meetings

Home team is 6–4 in last 10

Average combined score at Petco: 7.1 runs

Game Odds

St. Louis Cardinals           8

San Diego Padres             – 175

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Venue: Kauffman Stadium — Kansas City, Missouri

First Pitch: 2:10 PM ET / 1:10 PM CT

Broadcast: Bally Sports Great Lakes, Bally Sports Kansas City, MLB.TV

VENUE — KAUFFMAN STADIUM

Location: Kansas City, MO

Park Factor: Pitcher‑friendly for home runs, but extra‑base‑hit friendly due to deep alleys

Dimensions: 387 ft to LCF, 410 ft to CF, 374 ft to RCF

Surface: Natural grass

WEATHER FORECAST (Kansas City, MO — May 7, 2026)

Temperature at first pitch: 72°F

Wind: 10–14 mph blowing in from left field

Humidity: Moderate

Conditions: Mostly sunny

Impact: Wind blowing in suppresses home‑run power, especially for right‑handed hitters. Expect a lower‑scoring environment with more emphasis on contact and speed.

INJURY REPORT

Cleveland Guardians

Shane Bieber — OUT (elbow)

Steven Kwan — OUT (shoulder)

Bo Naylor — OUT (ankle)

James Karinchak — OUT (back)

Josh Naylor — Day‑to‑day (hamstring tightness)

Kansas City Royals

Bobby Witt Jr. — Day‑to‑day (wrist soreness)

MJ Melendez — OUT (oblique)

Brady Singer — OUT (forearm strain)

Kyle Isbel — Day‑to‑day (knee)

Chris Stratton — OUT (elbow)

Impact: Cleveland is missing two key table‑setters (Kwan, Bo Naylor). Kansas City’s lineup hinges on Witt’s availability.

RECENT TEAM FORM

Cleveland Guardians

Last 10: 5–5

Road Record: 8–11

Runs/Game: 4.4

Team ERA: 3.98

Trend: Pitching has stabilized, but the offense has been inconsistent without Kwan.

Kansas City Royals

Last 10: 4–6

Home Record: 10–9

Runs/Game: 4.2

Team ERA: 4.36

Trend: Royals have been competitive at home but struggle to generate big innings without Melendez.

PROBABLE STARTING PITCHERS

Cleveland Guardians — RHP Tanner Bibee

2026 Season: 3–2, 3.71 ERA

Strengths: Fastball/slider combo, strong command

Weaknesses: Occasional HR issues vs. lefties

Kauffman Fit: Excellent — fly‑ball suppression environment

Kansas City Royals — LHP Cole Ragans

2026 Season: 2–3, 3.89 ERA

Strengths: Elite swing‑and‑miss stuff, high‑end velocity

Weaknesses: Walk rate, pitch count efficiency

Kauffman Fit: Strong — strikeout profile plays well in big ballpark

Pitching Edge: Even — both starters well‑suited to this park

KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS

José Ramírez (CLE) vs. Cole Ragans (KC)

Ramírez handles left‑handed pitching well

Ragans’ slider could neutralize him Edge: Even

Bobby Witt Jr. (KC) vs. Tanner Bibee (CLE)

Witt crushes fastballs and thrives in big parks

Bibee’s command will be tested Edge: Royals (if Witt plays)

Andrés Giménez (CLE) vs. Royals Bullpen

Giménez excels vs. right‑handed relievers

KC bullpen ERA is bottom‑third Edge: Guardians

Vinnie Pasquantino (KC) vs. Bibee

Pasquantino’s plate discipline matches well vs. Bibee’s style

Kauffman’s gaps favor his line‑drive approach Edge: Royals

SERIES HISTORY

2025 Season: Cleveland won season series 9–4

At Kauffman Stadium: Guardians have won 6 of last 10

2026 Series: Cleveland leads 2–1 entering this game

Trend: Games tend to be low‑scoring at Kauffman

BETTING TRENDS

Cleveland Guardians

Under is 6–2 in last 8 road games

Guardians are 5–2 in last 7 vs. AL Central

Cleveland is 4–1 in last 5 Bibee starts

Kansas City Royals

Royals are 3–6 in last 9 home games

Under is 5–2 in last 7 Ragans starts

KC is 2–5 in last 7 vs. teams .500 or better

Head‑to‑Head

Under is 7–3 in last 10 meetings

Guardians are 7–3 in last 10 vs. Royals

Average combined score: 7.8 runs

Game Odds

Cleveland Guardians      9

Kansas City Royals           – 143

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Venue: Yankee Stadium — Bronx, New York

First Pitch: 7:05 PM ET

Broadcast: Bally Sports Southwest, YES Network, MLB.TV

VENUE — YANKEE STADIUM

Location: Bronx, NY

Park Factor: Very hitter‑friendly for left‑handed power

Dimensions: Short RF porch (314 ft), deep LCF gap

Surface: Natural grass

Yankee Stadium amplifies fly‑ball power, especially for left‑handed hitters.

WEATHER FORECAST (Bronx, NY — May 7, 2026)

Temperature at first pitch: 66°F

Wind: 9–12 mph blowing out to right field

Humidity: Moderate

Conditions: Clear skies, mild evening

Impact: Wind blowing out to right boosts left‑handed power and overall run‑scoring potential. Expect a hitter‑friendly environment.

INJURY REPORT

Texas Rangers

Corey Seager — OUT (hand fracture)

Josh Jung — OUT (wrist)

Max Scherzer — OUT (back)

Nathan Eovaldi — Day‑to‑day (groin tightness)

Evan Carter — Questionable (ankle)

New York Yankees

Gerrit Cole — OUT (elbow)

DJ LeMahieu — OUT (foot)

Giancarlo Stanton — Day‑to‑day (hamstring)

Jonathan Loáisiga — OUT (elbow)

Impact: Texas is missing two cornerstone bats. New York’s rotation is thin without Cole, but their lineup remains elite.

RECENT TEAM FORM

Texas Rangers

Last 10: 3–7

Road Record: 7–12

Runs/Game: 4.2

Team ERA: 4.59

Trend: Offense has been inconsistent without Seager and Jung. Pitching has been volatile.

New York Yankees

Last 10: 8–2

Home Record: 14–5

Runs/Game: 5.3

Team ERA: 3.41

Trend: Yankees are dominating with power, bullpen depth, and strong starting pitching.

PROBABLE STARTING PITCHERS

Texas Rangers — RHP Dane Dunning

2026 Season: 2–3, 4.66 ERA

Strengths: Ground‑ball tendencies, soft contact

Weaknesses: Struggles vs. power‑heavy lineups

Yankee Stadium Fit: Risky — fly‑ball mistakes can leave the yard quickly

New York Yankees — RHP Marcus Stroman

2026 Season: 4–1, 3.12 ERA

Strengths: Elite ground‑ball rate, command, big‑game experience

Weaknesses: Occasional walk issues

Yankee Stadium Fit: Excellent — ground‑ball profile neutralizes short porch

Pitching Edge: Yankees (clear)

KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS

Aaron Judge (NYY) vs. Dane Dunning (TEX)

Judge crushes sinkers and cutters

Dunning struggles vs. elite right‑handed power Edge: Yankees

Adolis García (TEX) vs. Marcus Stroman (NYY)

García hits well vs. ground‑ball pitchers

Stroman’s slider could neutralize him Edge: Even

Juan Soto (NYY) vs. Rangers Bullpen

Soto is scorching hot

Rangers bullpen ERA is bottom‑third Edge: Yankees

Marcus Semien (TEX) vs. Yankees Pitching

Semien has been Texas’ most consistent bat

Stroman’s movement may induce weak contact Edge: Yankees

SERIES HISTORY

2025 Season: Yankees won season series 4–2

At Yankee Stadium: Yankees have won 6 of last 8

2026 Series: Yankees lead 3–0 entering this game

Trend: Yankees consistently outslug Texas at home

BETTING TRENDS

Texas Rangers

Rangers are 2–6 in last 8 road games

Under is 5–2 in last 7 Dunning starts

Rangers are 1–5 in last 6 vs. AL East opponents

New York Yankees

Yankees are 7–1 in last 8 home games

Over is 6–3 in last 9 Yankees games

Yankees are 9–2 in last 11 night games

Head‑to‑Head

Yankees are 8–2 in last 10 meetings

Over is 6–4 in last 10

Yankees averaging 5.9 runs/game vs. Texas since 2024

Game Odds

Texas Rangers                    8.5

New York Yankees           – 156

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Venue: Wrigley Field — Chicago, Illinois

First Pitch: 2:20 PM ET / 1:20 PM CT

Broadcast: Bally Sports Ohio, Marquee Sports Network, MLB.TV

VENUE — WRIGLEY FIELD

Location: Chicago, IL

Park Factor: Highly variable — wind dictates scoring

Dimensions: Friendly to left‑center power when wind blows out

Surface: Natural grass

Wrigley is one of the most weather‑sensitive parks in MLB, and afternoon games often see shifting wind patterns.

WEATHER FORECAST (Chicago, IL — May 7, 2026)

Temperature at first pitch: 64°F

Wind: 12–16 mph blowing out to left field

Humidity: Low

Conditions: Sunny, mild

Impact: Wind blowing out to left dramatically boosts home‑run potential for right‑handed hitters. Expect a high‑scoring environment.

INJURY REPORT

Cincinnati Reds

Matt McLain — OUT (shoulder)

TJ Friedl — OUT (oblique)

Nick Lodolo — OUT (stress reaction)

Alexis Díaz — Day‑to‑day (forearm tightness)

Christian Encarnacion‑Strand — OUT (wrist)

Chicago Cubs

Seiya Suzuki — OUT (hamstring)

Justin Steele — OUT (lat strain)

Jameson Taillon — Day‑to‑day (back stiffness)

Michael Busch — Questionable (hand contusion)

Impact: Cincinnati’s lineup is missing key bats, while Chicago’s rotation depth is tested. Cubs’ offense remains strong despite Suzuki’s absence.

RECENT TEAM FORM

Cincinnati Reds

Last 10: 4–6

Road Record: 9–10

Runs/Game: 4.6

Team ERA: 4.32

Trend: Reds’ offense has cooled, and the bullpen has been inconsistent. They’ve struggled to hold leads in this series.

Chicago Cubs

Last 10: 8–2

Home Record: 14–5

Runs/Game: 5.2

Team ERA: 3.71

Trend: Cubs are rolling. Their lineup depth and bullpen reliability have been key drivers.

PROBABLE STARTING PITCHERS

Cincinnati Reds — RHP Graham Ashcraft

2026 Season: 2–3, 4.44 ERA

Strengths: Heavy sinker, induces ground balls

Weaknesses: Struggles vs. left‑handed hitters, vulnerable when sinker elevates

Wrigley Fit: Risky — fly‑ball mistakes can leave the yard quickly

Chicago Cubs — RHP Ben Brown

2026 Season: 3–1, 3.62 ERA

Strengths: Power fastball, sharp slider

Weaknesses: Walk rate, occasional command lapses

Wrigley Fit: Good — strikeout profile helps mitigate wind effects

Pitching Edge: Cubs (moderate)

KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS

Elly De La Cruz (CIN) vs. Ben Brown (CHC)

De La Cruz crushes high‑velocity fastballs

Brown’s slider could neutralize him Edge: Even

Cody Bellinger (CHC) vs. Graham Ashcraft (CIN)

Bellinger thrives vs. sinkerballers

Wind blowing out enhances his power Edge: Cubs

Spencer Steer (CIN) vs. Cubs Bullpen

Steer excels vs. late‑inning right‑handers

Cubs bullpen has been elite Edge: Cubs

Ian Happ (CHC) vs. Reds Pitching

Happ’s switch‑hitting versatility plays well at Wrigley

Ashcraft struggles vs. lefties Edge: Cubs

SERIES HISTORY

2025 Season: Cubs won season series 9–4

At Wrigley Field: Cubs have won 7 of last 10

2026 Series: Cubs lead 3–0 entering this game

Trend: Cubs consistently outslug Cincinnati at home

BETTING TRENDS

Cincinnati Reds

Reds are 2–6 in last 8 road games

Over is 5–2 in last 7 Ashcraft starts

Reds are 1–4 in last 5 vs. NL Central opponents

Chicago Cubs

Cubs are 7–1 in last 8 home games

Over is 6–3 in last 9 Cubs games

Cubs are 6–1 in last 7 day games

Head‑to‑Head

Cubs are 8–2 in last 10 meetings

Over is 7–3 in last 10

Cubs averaging 6.1 runs/game vs. Reds since 2024

Game Odds

Cincinnati Reds                 8.5

Chicago Cubs                     – 199

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Venue: Citizens Bank Park — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

First Pitch: 6:40 PM ET

Broadcast: NBC Sports Philadelphia, NBC Sports California, MLB.TV

VENUE — CITIZENS BANK PARK

Location: South Philadelphia

Park Factor: Slightly hitter‑friendly

Dimensions: Favor left‑handed pull hitters

Surface: Natural grass

Citizens Bank Park boosts home‑run rates, especially to right field and right‑center.

WEATHER FORECAST (Philadelphia, PA — May 7, 2026)

Temperature at first pitch: 63°F

Wind: 7–10 mph blowing out to right field

Humidity: Moderate

Conditions: Clear skies, mild evening

Impact: Wind blowing out to right enhances left‑handed power and fly‑ball carry. Expect a slight uptick in run‑scoring environment.

INJURY REPORT

Athletics

Mason Miller — OUT (shoulder fatigue)

Brent Rooker — Day‑to‑day (hamstring tightness)

Esteury Ruiz — OUT (ankle sprain)

JP Sears — OUT (forearm strain)

Philadelphia Phillies

Bryce Harper — OUT (elbow inflammation)

Trea Turner — OUT (quad strain)

Ranger Suárez — Day‑to‑day (back stiffness)

Seranthony Domínguez — OUT (lat strain)

Impact: Both teams are missing major offensive pieces. Philadelphia’s lineup is significantly weakened without Harper and Turner.

RECENT TEAM FORM

Athletics

Last 10: 6–4

Road Record: 9–10

Runs/Game: 4.3

Team ERA: 4.11

Trend: Oakland’s pitching has stabilized, and the offense has been timely. They’ve been competitive in nearly every series.

Philadelphia Phillies

Last 10: 4–6

Home Record: 10–11

Runs/Game: 4.5

Team ERA: 4.62

Trend: Phillies’ bullpen has been inconsistent, and the offense has struggled without Harper and Turner.

PROBABLE STARTING PITCHERS

Athletics — RHP Joe Boyle

2026 Season: 2–2, 3.98 ERA

Strengths: High‑velocity fastball, swing‑and‑miss slider

Weaknesses: Walk rate, occasional command lapses

Matchup Fit: Phillies’ depleted lineup gives him an edge

Philadelphia Phillies — RHP Taijuan Walker

2026 Season: 1–3, 5.12 ERA

Strengths: Splitter, ground‑ball tendencies

Weaknesses: Inconsistent command, vulnerable to left‑handed hitters

Matchup Fit: Oakland’s left‑handed bats (Gelof, Bleday) could cause trouble

Pitching Edge: Oakland (slightly)

KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS

Zack Gelof (OAK) vs. Taijuan Walker (PHI)

Gelof hits splitters and sinkers well

Walker struggles vs. left‑handed and patient hitters Edge: Athletics

Kyle Schwarber (PHI) vs. Joe Boyle (OAK)

Schwarber feasts on high‑velocity fastballs

Boyle’s command issues could lead to a mistake pitch Edge: Phillies

Shea Langeliers (OAK) vs. Phillies Bullpen

Langeliers has been hot vs. relief pitching

Phillies bullpen ERA is bottom‑third Edge: Athletics

Alec Bohm (PHI) vs. Oakland Pitching

Bohm thrives vs. right‑handed pitching

Oakland’s bullpen is average but vulnerable to contact hitters Edge: Phillies

SERIES HISTORY

2025 Season: Phillies won series 2–1

At Citizens Bank Park: Phillies have won 5 of last 7

Trend: Games tend to be high‑scoring due to park factors

BETTING TRENDS

Athletics

A’s are 5–2 in last 7 road games

Under is 4–1 in last 5 Boyle starts

A’s are 6–3 in last 9 vs. NL opponents

Philadelphia Phillies

Phillies are 2–5 in last 7 home games

Over is 6–4 in last 10 games

Phillies are 1–4 in last 5 vs. teams .500 or better

Head‑to‑Head

Over is 5–2 in last 7 meetings

Home team is 4–3 in last 7

Both teams average 5+ runs per game in this matchup

Game Odds

Athletics                              9

Philadelphia Phillies      – 136

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, May 6, 2026