Boston Red Sox vs Seattle Mariners Betting Picks & Predictions
Today marks the beginning of the 2024 baseball season for two teams in the Pacific Northwest, as the Boston Red Sox take on the Seattle Mariners on the road in the first game
Game outlook
Today marks the beginning of the 2024 baseball season for two teams in the Pacific Northwest, as the Boston Red Sox take on the Seattle Mariners on the road in the first game of a four-game series. The Red Sox finished last season with a record of 87-75, while the Mariners ended with a record of 88-74, narrowly missing the playoffs. Last season, the teams split their six meetings, with Seattle winning two out of three in their most recent series. Brayan Bello will take the mound for the Red Sox, while Luis Castillo will start for the Mariners. Seattle is the betting favorite for this matchup, opening at -173 with the current line at Seattle -166.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Red Sox +152 | Mariners -166
Spread: Red Sox +1.5 (-143) | Mariners -1.5 (+123)
Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Seattle will win straight-up is 62%.
Boston Red Sox
The Boston Red Sox had a tough 2024 season, finishing with a losing record and in the cellar of the AL East for the second straight year. They made significant moves in the offseason, including trading several key players and acquiring new talent such as Lucas Giolito, Liam Hendriks, and Chase Anderson. However, Giolito is now expected to miss the season due to injury. Brayan Bello will be starting on Opening Day for the Red Sox, having shown promise in previous starts. Boston is ranked 10th in offense, 21st in defense, and has a power ranking of 23. If you are interested in betting, consider checking out the best betting sites for more opportunities.