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Red Sox Set to Dominate Rockies in Interleague Showdown at Fenway Park

In this Rockies at Red Sox prediction, the struggling Rockies will face off against the surging Red Sox in an interleague matchup at Fenway Park. The Rockies, with the worst record in MLB, will send Austin Gomber to the mound to take on Richard Fitts of the Red Sox, both pitchers looking for their first win of the season. The Red Sox, who have been playing well since trading Rafael Devers, are the betting favorite in this matchup. The game is set to start at 7:10 PM EST. For more insights and betting tips, continue reading below.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Rockies +200 | Red Sox -233
• Spread: Rockies +1.5 (-102) | Red Sox -1.5 (-115)
• Total: Over/Under 9.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Boston will win straight-up is 70%.

Colorado vs Boston Stats

Colorado Rockies

The Colorado Rockies are off to a rough start this season with the worst record in MLB. They recently faced off against the Chicago White Sox, dropping the first two games but salvaging a win in the series finale with a 6-4 victory. Michael Toglia's two-run homer and Mickey Moniak's big day at bat helped secure the win. The Rockies will have left-hander Austin Gomber on the mound for the series opener in Boston, looking to improve their 11-33 road record. Gomber has a record of 0-1 with an ERA of 5.49 this season. The team has faced key injuries, including RP Jeff Criswell, SS Ezequiel Tovar, DH Kris Bryant, and SP Case Williams being out. With a power ranking of 26, the Rockies are ranked 27 in offense and last in defense, with a season record of 20-69.

Boston Red Sox Analysis

The Boston Red Sox appeared to be in a rebuilding phase, trading away key veterans and focusing on a youth movement after a rough West Coast trip. However, they have rebounded nicely, winning four of their last five games and moving within two games of a wildcard spot in the American League. The team completed a series sweep against the Nationals, with Trevor Story hitting a two-run blast and Garrett Crochet picking up his 9th win of the season. The Red Sox now face the Rockies at home, with Richard Fitts starting the opener. Fitts has struggled to go deep into games this season but will look to turn things around. The team has key injuries to several players. Despite a power ranking of 19, the Red Sox rank #6 for offense and #22 for defense. They have an overall record of 45-45, while the Rockies went 1-2 in their last three matchups against Boston.

Boston Red Sox Primed for Victory in Bullpen-Focused Matchup Against Colorado Rockies

The upcoming matchup between the Boston Red Sox and Colorado Rockies presents a favorable situation for Boston as they head into what is likely to be a bullpen-focused game. Both starting pitchers, Gomber and Fitts, are anticipated to have short outings, leaving the outcome in the hands of the relievers. Fitts, in particular, has been averaging just four innings per start this season, while the Red Sox bullpen boasts an impressive ERA of 3.48, ranking 8th in MLB. In contrast, the Rockies' bullpen struggles, sitting at 26th with a 4.63 ERA. With the Rockies' lackluster performance on the road and the Red Sox's strong record at Fenway Park, the odds are in favor of Boston emerging victorious in the opening game of this series. I recommend taking Boston with the money line for this matchup.

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