The Boston Red Sox will face the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday, Sep 17, at 6:50 p.m. The game will be held at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, FL. The broadcast will air on NESN. The Red Sox have an away team money line of -129, while the Rays have a home team money line of 110. The forecast predicts broken clouds with a high of 83°F. Get ready for an exciting matchup in the MLB AL East division.
Red Sox vs. Rays pregame odds for Sept. 17
MLB betting odds for today’s game between the Red Sox and Rays show a competitive matchup. Various sportsbooks have the Red Sox as the favorite across the moneyline and run line. The run line is set at -1.5 in favor of the Red Sox across multiple Massachusetts sportsbooks with the over/under at 7.5.
- DraftKings: Red Sox -130, Rays +110, over/under 7.5
- FanDuel: Red Sox -126, Rays +108, over/under 7.5
- Caesars: Red Sox -130, Rays +110, over/under 7.5
- BetMGM: Red Sox -130, Rays +110, over/under 7.5
MLB odds are subject to change for Red Sox vs. Rays
Red Sox vs. Rays projected starting lineups today
Red Sox starting lineup
- CF Jarren Duran (L)
- 3B Rafael Devers (L)
- RF Wilyer Abreu (L)
- LF Tyler O’Neill (R)
- DH Masataka Yoshida (L)
- C Connor Wong (R)
- 1B Triston Casas (L)
- 2B Enmanuel Valdez (L)
- SS Ceddanne Rafaela (R)
Rays starting lineup
- 1B Yandy Díaz (R)
- DH Brandon Lowe (L)
- 3B Junior Caminero (R)
- LF Josh Lowe (L)
- RF Jonny DeLuca (R)
- 2B Christopher Morel (R)
- CF Jose Siri (R)
- C Ben Rortvedt (L)
- SS Taylor Walls (S)
Projected lineups and injuries are Sportsdata.io
Red Sox vs. Rays probable starters for 9/17
| Starters | W-L | ERA | WHIP | K% | BB% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (BOS) Nick Pivetta (R) | 5-10 | 4.25 | 1.14 | 28.6 | 5.9 |
| (TB) Shane Baz (R) | 2-3 | 3.28 | 1.19 | 19.8 | 9.5 |
Red Sox vs. Rays Injuries for Tuesday
Red Sox
- Luis García (RP) – Out, right elbow inflammation, expected return mid-September.
- James Paxton (SP) – Out, right calf strain, on 60-day injured list.
- Liam Hendriks (RP) – Out, recovering from Tommy John surgery, out for 2024 season.
- Rob Refsnyder (LF) – Questionable, right wrist discomfort.
- Lucas Giolito (SP) – Out, internal brace procedure, out for 2024 season.
Rays
- Wander Franco (SS) – Out, personal legal issue, on restricted list.
- Jeffrey Springs (SP) – Out, left elbow fatigue, expected return late September.
- Shane McClanahan (SP) – Out, Tommy John surgery, out for 2024 season.
- Richie Palacios (RF) – Out, right knee sprain, expected return mid-September.
- Jacob Waguespack (SP) – Out, right rotator cuff inflammation, expected return late September.
Team standings & stats for today’s game
Boston Red Sox stats
The Boston Red Sox hold a balanced 75-75 record, placing them third in the AL East. Their recent performance has been consistent, with 5-5 in the last 10 games. The team has an ERA of 4.13 and scores an average of 4.7 runs per game. In their last game against the Yankees, they lost 2-1 but had 8 hits and struck out 12 batters.
- Runs per game: 4.7
- Team average: .255
- Team home runs: 186
- Team stolen bases: 133
- Team ERA: 4.13
- Team pitching strikeouts: 1264
Tampa Bay Rays stats
The Tampa Bay Rays have a 73-77 record, positioning them fourth in the AL East. They have struggled recently with 4-6 in their last 10 games. The team has an ERA of 3.88 and scores an average of 3.8 runs per game. In their latest game against the Guardians, they lost 1-0, managing just 4 hits and striking out 9 batters.
- Runs per game: 3.8
- Team average: .230
- Team home runs: 136
- Team stolen bases: 172
- Team ERA: 3.88
- Team pitching strikeouts: 1280
Player Stats for Red Sox vs. Rays
The Red Sox and Rays feature key players that could influence the game. Rafael Devers will be crucial for Boston with his consistent performance, while Yandy Díaz stands out for the Rays. Recent news includes Colin Poche’s return for Tampa Bay, adding depth to their bullpen. Bettors and fans should note these players’ stats to understand the MLB betting odds better.
Red Sox Leaders Ahead of Tonight’s Game
Boston’s success this season is attributed to players like Jarren Duran and Tyler O’Neill. Duran leads the team in batting average, and O’Neill tops the home run chart. Rafael Devers is another key player, leading in RBIs. These leaders will be pivotal in tonight’s game against the Rays.
- AVG Leader: Jarren Duran .287
- HR Leader: Tyler O’Neill 31
- RBI Leader: Rafael Devers 83
- Runs Leader: Jarren Duran 104
- SB Leader: David Hamilton 33
Rays Leaders Ahead of Tonight’s Game
The Rays rely on players like Yandy Díaz and Christopher Morel. Díaz leads in batting average and RBIs, while Morel is the home run leader. José Caballero is notable for his stolen bases. These players will significantly impact the game, influencing MLB betting odds.
- AVG Leader: Yandy Díaz .283
- HR Leader: Christopher Morel 21
- RBI Leader: Yandy Díaz 65
- Runs Leader: Christopher Morel 55
- SB Leader: José Caballero 41
