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Twins vs. Red Sox Preview: Joe Ryan to Face Brayan Bello in Friday Night Matchup at Fenway Park

The Minnesota Twins and the Boston Red Sox will kick off their three-game series on Friday at Fenway Park. Joe Ryan with a 3.18 ERA is set to start for the Twins, while Brayan Bello with a 3.27 ERA will take the mound for the Red Sox. The first pitch is scheduled for 7:10 EST. Minnesota is the current betting favorite at -107. Stay tuned for our Twins vs. Red Sox prediction and more updates on this matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Twins -107 | Red Sox -106
• Spread: Twins -1.5 (+149) | Red Sox +1.5 (-170)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Minnesota will win straight-up is 52%.

Minnesota vs Boston Stats

Minnesota Twins

The Minnesota Twins recently played a four-game series against the Cleveland Guardians, winning the first game but ultimately losing the next three. This has put them in fourth place in the AL Central, trailing the division-leading Tigers by 6.5 games. Despite the loss, standout performances included an RBI-sacrifice fly by pinch hitter Jonah Bride in the 10th inning. Byron Buxton and Trevor Larnach have been the team's top power hitters, with Buxton hitting six home runs and Larnach hitting four. Joe Ryan will make his seventh start of the season, boasting a 2-2 record with a 3.18 ERA and 39 strikeouts. The Twins are currently ranked 22nd in offense, scoring an average of 3.87 runs per game, and 8th in defense, allowing an average of 3.71 runs per game. Overall, they have a record of 13-19 this season.

Boston Red Sox Analysis

The Boston Red Sox are returning home after a successful road trip, winning two of three games against the Cleveland Guardians but dropping two of three games against the Toronto Blue Jays. They currently sit in second place in the AL East, trailing the Yankees by two games and holding just a one game lead over the Blue Jays. In their recent game, Alex Bregman had a two-RBI double in a 4-2 loss. Bregman has been a standout player this season, leading the team in several offensive categories including batting average, home runs, RBIs, and hits. Wilyer Abreu has also been a key player, contributing with six home runs and 21 RBIs. Jarren Duran has been strong at the top of the lineup, leading the team in stolen bases. Brayan Bello will make his third start of the season after returning from injury, with a 3.27 ERA. The Red Sox have a power ranking of 15 and are ranked sixth in offense, scoring an average of 5.13 runs per game. Despite their offensive success, they rank 22nd in defense, giving up an average of 4.63 runs per game. Overall, the Red Sox have a record of 17-16 and recently went 1-2 against the Minnesota Twins in their last three matchups.

Red Sox pitcher Bello looks to lead team to victory in third start of the season

The Boston Red Sox have demonstrated success with pitcher Bello starting on the mound, and they look forward to continuing this trend as he embarks on his third start of the season. Bello's previous two starts resulted in victories against the Mariners and Guardians, showcasing his valuable contribution to the team. Although Bello was a regular starter last year at just 24 years old, he is expected to further establish his comfort and lead the Red Sox to another win. The team's offense has provided substantial support, scoring eight and 13 runs in Bello's previous outings. On the opposing side, Joe Ryan of the Minnesota Twins gave up three home runs in their recent loss to the Braves on April 20th. With the Red Sox aiming to close the gap with the Yankees in the AL East, they are highly motivated to claim victory in this upcoming game. Prediction: Red Sox will emerge victorious.

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