Boston Red Sox vs Houston Astros Betting Picks & Predictions
In this upcoming American League matchup, the Boston Red Sox (65-54) will take on the Houston Astros (66-52) for the second game of a three-game series. The Red Sox won all
Game outlook
In this upcoming American League matchup, the Boston Red Sox (65-54) will take on the Houston Astros (66-52) for the second game of a three-game series. The Red Sox won all three games when these teams met recently, and they will start Dustin May with the Astros countering with Spencer Arrighetti. The game is set for 8:10 EST. Stay tuned for our Red Sox vs. Astros prediction and for more updates on this exciting matchup.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Red Sox -105 | Astros -106
Spread: Red Sox +1.5 (-201) | Astros -1.5 (+175)
Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Houston will win straight-up is 51%.
Boston Red Sox
The Boston Red Sox are currently in a race for a playoff position, however they have struggled in their last four games, losing three. They are currently second in the AL East, four games behind the division-leading Blue Jays and currently qualify for a Wild Card spot. In their most recent game against the Padres, they fell 6-2, only managing to score on a fielder's choice and an error. Jarren Duran has been a standout offensive player this season, batting .264 with 12 home runs and 65 RBIs. Wilyer Abreu leads the team in home runs with 21 and has 64 RBIs while batting .251. Dustin May will make his second start of the season for the Red Sox after being acquired in a trade from the Dodgers. He has a 6-8 record with a 4.93 ERA and a 101-41 strikeout to walk ratio. In his first start with the Red Sox, he gave up three runs in 3.2 innings in a loss to the Royals.