Blue Jays vs. Red Sox MLB Preview (6/26/24): Starting Lineups, Odds, Injuries & Stats

Written By Editorial Team on June 26, 2024
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The Toronto Blue Jays are scheduled to play against the Boston Red Sox, at 5:10 p.m. on June 26 at Fenway Park in Boston, MA. This MLB game, airing on NESN, features two teams from the AL East division. MLB Betting Odds list the Boston Red Sox as favorites in what is expected to be a high-scoring divisional showdown. The forecast predicts overcast clouds with a high of 90 degrees.

Blue Jays vs. Red Sox MLB Betting Odds

The Boston Red Sox enter tonight’s game with a moneyline price of -155 at most Massachusetts sportsbooks. Thus, individuals would need to wager $155 on the Red Sox to win $100. The over/under for the game is set at 9.5, and the run line at 1.5. These metrics imply a final score of 6-4 that results in a Red Sox victory.

  • DraftKings: Red Sox -155, over/under 9.5
  • FanDuel: Red Sox -162, over/under 9.5
  • Caesars: Red Sox -155, over/under 9.5
  • BetMGM: Red Sox -155, over/under 9.5

Odds are subject to change and may vary between sportsbooks for Blue Jays vs. Red Sox.

Blue Jays vs. Red Sox projected starting lineups

Blue Jays starting lineup

  1. 2B Isiah Kiner-Falefa (R)
  2. 1B Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (R)
  3. SS Bo Bichette (R)
  4. LF Daulton Varsho (L)
  5. DH Justin Turner (R)
  6. RF George Springer (R)
  7. 3B Addison Barger (L)
  8. C Alejandro Kirk (R)
  9. CF Kevin Kiermaier (L)

Red Sox starting lineup

  1. LF Jarren Duran (L)
  2. 2B Enmanuel Valdez (L)
  3. RF Rob Refsnyder (R)
  4. 3B Rafael Devers (L)
  5. DH Masataka Yoshida (L)
  6. 1B Dominic Smith (L)
  7. C Reese McGuire (L)
  8. SS David Hamilton (L)
  9. CF Ceddanne Rafaela (R)

Blue Jays vs. Red Sox Projected Starters For June 26

StartersW-LERAWHIPK%BB%
(TOR) Yariel Rodríguez (R)0-25.941.9220.213.1
(BOS) Kutter Crawford (R)3-73.591.1424.27.1

Blue Jays vs Red Sox Injuries June 26

Blue Jays: Yimi García (RP) and Jordan Romano (RP) are out with elbow issues, expected back mid-July and late June respectively. Daulton Varsho (LF) is questionable due to back tightness. Orelvis Martinez (SS) out on suspension. Alek Manoah (SP) will miss the season with an elbow injury.

Red Sox: Liam Hendriks (RP) out until late July recovering from Tommy John surgery. Trevor Story (SS) and Lucas Giolito (SP) are out for the season. Bryan Mata (SP) is out with a lat strain. Connor Wong (100) on paternity leave.

Toronto Blue Jays Team Stats

The Toronto Blue Jays enter today’s game with a record of 36-43, placing them last in the AL East division. Their season-long batting average stands at .233 and they have scored 69 home runs and stolen 39 bases on the year. Their pitching staff has an ERA of 4.20 to go along with 619 strikeouts. In their last 10 games, the Blue Jays have won 3 and lost 7, including a victory over the Red Sox in their last game..

  • Runs per game: 3.9
  • Batting Average: .233
  • Home Runs: 69.0
  • Stolen Bases: 39.0
  • Earned Run Average: 4.20
  • Pitching Strikeouts: 619

Boston Red Sox Team Stats

The Boston Red Sox, currently third in the AL East, hold a record of 43-37.The team boasts a .253 batting average, 90 home runs, and an impressive 78 stolen bases. Their ERA is notably better than the Blue Jays at 3.55 and they have secured 700 strikeouts. The Red Sox are 8-2 in their last 10 games, despite a recent loss to the Blue Jays.

  • Runs per game: 4.7
  • Batting Average: .253
  • Home Runs: 90.0
  • Stolen Bases: 78.0
  • Earned Run Average: 3.55
  • Pitching Strikeouts: 700

Player Stats for Blue Jays vs. Red Sox

For the Blue Jays, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been a standout, especially with his recent performance driving in four runs against the Red Sox. On the Boston side, Tyler O’Neill’s resilience is noteworthy despite the team’s struggles, hinting at his potential impact in future games.

Blue Jays Leaders Ahead of Tonight’s Game

With the MLB season progressing, the Toronto Blue Jays showcase strong performers like Vladimir Guerrero Jr., leading in batting average and RBIs, and Daulton Varsho, who tops home runs and runs scored. George Springer’s agility on the bases has also been an important part of the Blue Jays’ offense.

  • AVG Leader: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. – .288
  • HR Leader: Daulton Varsho – 11
  • RBI Leader: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. – 40
  • Runs Leader: Daulton Varsho – 40
  • SB Leader: George Springer – 8

Red Sox Leaders Ahead of Tonight’s Game

The Boston Red Sox have stars such as Rafael Devers, leading in RBIs, and Tyler O’Neill, who is the home run leader. Jarren Duran’s batting average and David Hamilton’s stolen bases are key assets for the Red Sox offense .

  • AVG Leader: Jarren Duran – .288
  • HR Leader: Tyler O’Neill – 16
  • RBI Leader: Rafael Devers – 42
  • Runs Leader: Jarren Duran – 55
  • SB Leader: David Hamilton – 21
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