The New York Yankees are set to face off against the Boston Red Sox for Game 2 of their weekend series at Yankee Stadium. The Yankees are navigating the absence of star players Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton, which has drastically changed the dynamics of their lineup. This situation presents a favorable opportunity for Red Sox pitcher Ranger Suarez, who has demonstrated his capability with a 3.38 ERA across 11 starts this season. Previously, Suarez struggled against the Yankees, primarily due to the threats posed by Judge and Stanton. However, with both sluggers sidelined, Suarez is expected to have a clearer path to navigate the Yankees' lineup. The betting recommendation is to back Suarez to allow fewer than 2.5 earned runs at odds of -120, as the current Yankees lineup appears less intimidating without its key hitters.