Rays vs Red Sox starting pitchers
- Kutter Crawford for Boston Red Sox
- Shane Baz for Tampa Bay Rays
Rays vs Red Sox statistics
| Stat |
Rays |
Red Sox |
| Hits |
1223 (26th) |
1392 (6th) |
| Batting Average |
.230 (27th) |
.252 (6th) |
| Runs Batted In |
556 (29th) |
720 (8th) |
| Runs |
596 (29th) |
746 (9th) |
| Home Runs |
146 (28th) |
193 (Tied-8th) |
| Walks |
488 (Tied-13th) |
489 (12th) |
| Stolen Bases |
178 (4th) |
144 (7th) |
| Strikeouts |
1470 (6th) |
1552 (3rd) |
| Pitches |
23667 (9th) |
23962 (6th) |
Boston Red Sox recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/27/24 |
vs Tampa Bay Rays |
L |
2-1 |
| 9/25/24 |
@ Toronto Blue Jays |
L |
6-1 |
| 9/24/24 |
@ Toronto Blue Jays |
W |
6-5 F/10 |
| 9/23/24 |
@ Toronto Blue Jays |
W |
4-1 |
| 9/22/24 |
vs Minnesota Twins |
W |
9-3 |
Tampa Bay Rays recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/27/24 |
@ Boston Red Sox |
W |
2-1 |
| 9/26/24 |
@ Detroit Tigers |
L |
4-3 |
| 9/25/24 |
@ Detroit Tigers |
L |
7-1 |
| 9/24/24 |
@ Detroit Tigers |
L |
2-1 |
| 9/22/24 |
vs Toronto Blue Jays |
W |
4-3 |
Rays vs Red Sox predictions
As the Tampa Bay Rays gear up for their next encounter with the Boston Red Sox, all eyes are on a few key players who might just tip the balance. Shane Baz is one to watch from the mound, bringing his sharp 3.07 ERA to the game; his ability to keep those home runs limited will be crucial against a heavy-hitting Red Sox lineup. Offensively, Brandon Lowe, with his 21 homers, could provide the firepower needed. The team's knack for stolen bases, spearheaded by players like Taylor Walls, could prove vital in crafting scoring opportunities against the Red Sox's defensive strategies.
On the flip side, the Boston Red Sox have their own set of aces up their sleeves. Jarren Duran, leading with a .286 average, might just find gaps in Tampa Bay’s defense, while the power of Tyler O'Neill, with an impressive 31 homers this season, cannot be underestimated. Kutter Crawford, despite a higher ERA of 4.17, could be a game changer with his strikeout capabilities, potentially keeping the Rays' batters in check.
Considering both teams' current form and player stats, this match-up is poised to be a tightly contested affair. The Boston Red Sox seem to have a slight edge with a more consistent offensive performance and depth that might just overshadow the Rays' pitching strength. Expect a close game, but the Red Sox might pull through, leveraging their home advantage at Fenway Park and their dynamic offensive lineup.
Boston Red Sox injuries
- Brennan Bernardino (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Isaiah Campbell (RP): 60-Day-IL
- David Hamilton (SS): 10-Day-IL
- James Paxton (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Kenley Jansen (RP): 15-Day-IL
Tampa Bay Rays injuries
- Jacob Waguespack (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Shane McClanahan (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Pete Fairbanks (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Jeffrey Springs (SP): 15-Day-IL
Rays vs Red Sox game info
| Venue |
Fenway Park |
| Location |
Boston, Massachusetts |
| First pitch |
Sat 4:10 PM |
| Temperature |
73° |
| Chance of Rain |
4% |
