With the 2011 MLB betting season continuing to wind down, the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox are still fighting for an edge in the American League East division race. With less than two months to go, the Red Sox and Yankees have less than a single series between them in the standings, as both teams head out on the road for sets this weekend.

New York Yankees @Minnesota Twins

Friday, 8:10 PM ET

The Yankees will turn back to veteran Freddy Garcia for the second of their four-game set against the Minnesota Twins, and the hope is that he can continue to produce the way that he has over the past sports betting month. Garcia has allowed just six earned runs through his past four sports betting starts, and his arm will be one of the keys to New York’s chances at a division title the remainder of the way.

MLB Betting Pick: New York Yankees

Boston Red Sox @ Kansas City Royals

Friday, 8:10 PM ET

The 45-year old Tim Wakefield will continue his chase for that illustrious win total this weekend after failing to record a win in any of his past four starts. Wakefield should get a ton of run support as the Red Sox offense tees off on a Kansas City Royals’ team that ranks second-to-last in the AL this season. Boston is tied with the Philadelphia Phillies for most road wins in the majors this season.

MLB Betting Pick: Boston Red Sox