Yankees vs Dodgers: Game 2 prediction, odds, injuries and picks

The rematch of the 2024 World Series between the New York Yankees and LA Dodgers will continue this weekend. LA won Game 1 on Friday 8-5, putting pressure on New York to respond.

The Yankees are 35-21 while the Dodgers have a 35-22 record. Here is a look at the odds for Game 2 and some predictions.

Yankees vs. Dodgers prediction

Aaron Judge is having a huge season - Source: Imagn

Aaron Judge belted a home run in the series opener, his 19th of the season. He doesn't always get a ton of help on offense from the Yankees; however, he also doesn't need much help.

Will Warren is set to start for New York in Game 2, and he has gone 3-2 with a 4.09 ERA. He is going to give up some runs, but the Yankees have a strong bullpen.

Landon Knack will take the mound for the Dodgers, with a 2-2 record and 5.22 ERA.. He has struggled keep the ball in the park this campaign.

Shohei Ohtani delivered two home runs in the series opener, giving him 22 on the year. He will have another big game on Saturday, but the Yankees will emerge victorious.

Prediction: New York Yankees 6, LA Dodgers 4

Yankees vs. Dodgers odds

Money line: New York Yankees -105, LA Dodgers -115

Run spread: Yankees -1.5 (+150), Dodgers +1.5 (-180)

Total runs: Over 9.5 (-110), Under 9.5 (-110)

Yankees vs. Dodgers injuries

New York Yankees injury report

Fernando Cruz (RHP): 15-day IL (Right shoulder inflammation)

Jazz Chisholm Jr. (INF): 10-day IL (Right oblique strain)

Giancarlo Stanton (DH): 60-day IL (Torn tendons in both elbows)

Luis Gil (RHP): 60-day IL (Right lat strain)

Jake Cousins (RHP): 60-day IL (Right forearm strain)

Marcus Stroman (RHP): 15-day IL (Left knee inflammation)

Oswaldo Cabrera (3B): 10-day IL (Left ankle fracture)

LA Dodgers injury report

Mookie Betts (SS): Day to day (Left toe)

Evan Phillips (RHP): 60-day IL (Right elbow inflammation)

Michael Kopech (RHP): 60-day IL (Right shoulder impingement)

Roki Sasaki (RHP): 15-day IL (Right shoulder impingement)

Kirby Yates (RHP): 15-day IL (Right hamstring strain)

Tyler Glasnow (RHP): 15-day IL (Right shoulder inflammation)

Yankees vs. Dodgers picks

The LA Dodgers may have won the series opener, but the Yankees will take Game 2.

Money line: New York Yankees -105

Run spread: Yankees -1.5 (+150)

Total runs: Over 9.5 (-110)

About the author

Ryan Burks is a baseball journalist at Sportskeeda with over 7 years of experience in the field, writing for publications such as Knup Sports. Ryan graduated from Elmhurst College in 2009 with a degree in Communications.

Ryan is a huge Chicago Cubs fan and enjoys their storied history and traditions. His favorite sporting moment was when the Cubs won the 2016 World Series, breaking a championship drought that dated back to 1908.

His favorite player was Ken Griffey Jr., as Ryan grew up during his prime and he was the coolest player in league history. Greg Maddux also deserves a mention, as he was truly amazing on the mound.

When not working or watching sports, Ryan coaches basketball and baseball, loves fishing, and spends time with his family.

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Edited by Victor Ramon Galvez

Yankees vs Dodgers: Game 2 prediction, odds, injuries and picks - May 31, 2025