Red Sox vs Rays starting pitchers
- Shane Baz for Tampa Bay Rays
- Nick Pivetta for Boston Red Sox
Red Sox vs Rays statistics
| Stat |
Red Sox |
Rays |
| Hits |
1323 (5th) |
1154 (27th) |
| Batting Average |
.255 (5th) |
.230 (27th) |
| Runs Batted In |
684 (9th) |
531 (29th) |
| Runs |
710 (Tied-9th) |
570 (28th) |
| Home Runs |
186 (8th) |
136 (27th) |
| Walks |
454 (15th) |
469 (Tied-9th) |
| Stolen Bases |
133 (Tied-7th) |
172 (4th) |
| Strikeouts |
1455 (3rd) |
1379 (6th) |
| Pitches |
22458 (6th) |
22304 (8th) |
Tampa Bay Rays recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/15/24 |
@ Cleveland Guardians |
L |
2-0 |
| 9/14/24 |
@ Cleveland Guardians |
L |
6-1 |
| 9/13/24 |
@ Cleveland Guardians |
W |
3-1 |
| 9/12/24 |
@ Cleveland Guardians |
W |
5-2 |
| 9/11/24 |
@ Philadelphia Phillies |
L |
3-2 |
Boston Red Sox recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/15/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
L |
5-2 |
| 9/14/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
W |
7-1 |
| 9/13/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
L |
5-4 |
| 9/12/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
L |
2-1 F/10 |
| 9/11/24 |
vs Baltimore Orioles |
W |
5-3 F/10 |
Red Sox vs Rays predictions
As the Boston Red Sox gear up to face the Tampa Bay Rays, all eyes are on a few key players expected to make significant impacts. Rafael Devers, with a batting average projected to nudge over .500, is likely to continue his run-scoring spree. Coupled with Tyler O'Neill, whose home run prowess could easily swing momentum in favor of the Red Sox, Boston’s lineup looks pretty robust. Nick Pivetta, taking the mound with an ERA north of 4.00, will need to tighten up his game, but his strikeout capabilities should not be underestimated. This could help contain the Rays' hitters, setting a solid foundation for a potentially high-scoring game for the Sox.
Turning our gaze to the Tampa Bay Rays, players like Yandy Diaz are primed to be pivotal in their lineup. Diaz, known for his consistent hitting, might not have the most power, but his ability to get on base frequently is crucial. Brandon Lowe, another key figure, stands ready to add to his home run tally, potentially providing the Rays with the explosive offense needed to counter the Red Sox. On the pitching side, Shane Baz will likely influence the game's outcome significantly, with a promising lower ERA this season suggesting he could be a formidable opponent for Boston's hitters.
Considering the matchup and the players involved, predicting the winner is no easy task, but the setup leans slightly towards the Boston Red Sox. Their blend of solid pitching from Pivetta and the explosive offensive potential from players like Devers and O'Neill gives them a slight edge. However, Tampa Bay Rays have the potential to surprise, especially with strategic plays and Baz's pitching. The game promises to be tightly contested, with the Red Sox potentially edging out thanks to their combination of strategic batting and dependable pitching.
Tampa Bay Rays injuries
- Christopher Morel (3B): Day-To-Day
- Jacob Waguespack (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Richie Palacios (2B): 10-Day-IL
- Jeffrey Springs (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Pete Fairbanks (RP): 15-Day-IL
Boston Red Sox injuries
- Luis Garcia (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Rob Refsnyder (LF): Day-To-Day
- Tanner Houck (SP): Day-To-Day
- Lucas Sims (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Isaiah Campbell (RP): 60-Day-IL
Red Sox vs Rays game info
| Venue |
Tropicana Field |
| Location |
St. Petersburg, Florida |
| First pitch |
Tue 6:50 PM |
| Temperature |
87° |
| Chance of Rain |
47% |
