Red Sox vs Rays starting pitchers
- Ryan Pepiot for Tampa Bay Rays
- Tanner Houck for Boston Red Sox
Red Sox vs Rays statistics
| Stat |
Red Sox |
Rays |
| Hits |
1326 (5th) |
1166 (27th) |
| Batting Average |
.254 (5th) |
.231 (27th) |
| Runs Batted In |
687 (10th) |
539 (29th) |
| Runs |
713 (10th) |
578 (Tied-28th) |
| Home Runs |
188 (8th) |
140 (27th) |
| Walks |
455 (16th) |
471 (10th) |
| Stolen Bases |
133 (8th) |
172 (4th) |
| Strikeouts |
1463 (3rd) |
1389 (6th) |
| Pitches |
22584 (6th) |
22463 (8th) |
Tampa Bay Rays recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/17/24 |
vs Boston Red Sox |
W |
8-3 |
| 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 |
Boston Red Sox recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/17/24 |
@ Tampa Bay Rays |
L |
8-3 |
| 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 |
Red Sox vs Rays predictions
Heading into the second game of this series with the Tampa Bay Rays, we've got our eyes on a few Boston Red Sox players who could make a significant impact. Rafael Devers, always a key asset, looks poised to continue his solid hitting, potentially adding runs and RBIs to his tally. With his knack for doubles, Devers could be crucial in driving home early leads. On the pitching side, Tanner Houck is another Red Sox player to watch. Given his record and ERA this season, Houck could very well dominate on the mound, keeping the Rays' hitters at bay and piling up those strikeouts. It would be no surprise to see him play a pivotal role in tonight’s outcome.
Flip over to the Tampa Bay Rays, and Yandy Diaz stands out as a major contributor. Sporting a strong batting average this season, Diaz has the capability to consistently get on base, setting the stage for potential scoring opportunities. His eye for walks adds another level of threat, ensuring the Rays keep the pressure on Boston's defense. Then there's Ryan Pepiot on the mound, whose ERA suggests he could handle the Red Sox lineup effectively. If Pepiot can control the game’s pace and minimize walks, the Rays might just keep things tight.
With these projections in mind, predicting tonight's winner is tricky but leans slightly in favor of the Boston Red Sox. While both teams are closely matched, the combination of Houck's pitching prowess for the Red Sox and their slightly more potent offensive statistics gives them a narrow edge over the Rays. However, as any seasoned MLB fan knows, the game could swing either way depending on which team capitalizes on their opportunities. It should be an exciting matchup to follow!
Tampa Bay Rays injuries
- Jacob Waguespack (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Richie Palacios (2B): 10-Day-IL
- Jeffrey Springs (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Shane McClanahan (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Pete Fairbanks (RP): 15-Day-IL
Boston Red Sox injuries
- Tanner Houck (SP): Day-To-Day
- Rob Refsnyder (LF): Day-To-Day
- Lucas Sims (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Isaiah Campbell (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Luis Garcia (RP): 15-Day-IL
Red Sox vs Rays game info
| Venue |
Tropicana Field |
| Location |
St. Petersburg, Florida |
| First pitch |
Wed 6:50 PM |
| Temperature |
87° |
| Chance of Rain |
7% |
