The Boston Red Sox will face the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday, Sep 18, at 6:50 p.m. The game will be held at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, FL. The game will air on NESN. Boston enters with a money line of -103, while Tampa Bay is at -115. The forecast predicts light rain with a high of 85°F.
Red Sox vs. Rays pregame odds for Sept. 18
MLB betting odds for today’s game between the Red Sox and Rays show a competitive matchup. Massachusetts sportsbooks are in consensus with the Rays as slight favorites across the moneyline and run line. The run line is set at -1.5 for the Red Sox and +1.5 for the Rays across multiple sportsbooks, with the over/under set at 7.5.
- DraftKings: Rays -115, Red Sox -105, over/under 7.5
- FanDuel: Rays -118, Red Sox +100, over/under 7.5
- Caesars: Rays -115, Red Sox -105, over/under 7.5
- BetMGM: Rays -120, Red Sox +100, 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 Wednesday
| Starters | W-L | ERA | WHIP | K% | BB% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (BOS) Tanner Houck (R) | 8-10 | 3.24 | 1.17 | 20.8 | 6.5 |
| (TB) Ryan Pepiot (R) | 8-6 | 3.76 | 1.17 | 24.1 | 8.5 |
Red Sox vs. Rays Injuries for Wednesday
Red Sox: Luis García (RP) – Out, right elbow inflammation. James Paxton (SP) – Out, right calf strain. Liam Hendriks (RP) – Out, Tommy John surgery. Lucas Giolito (SP) – Out, internal brace procedure for partially torn UCL. Rob Refsnyder (LF) – Questionable, right wrist discomfort.
Rays: Wander Franco (SS) – Out, personal legal issue. Jeffrey Springs (SP) – Out, left elbow fatigue. Shane McClanahan (SP) – Out, Tommy John surgery. Richie Palacios (RF) – Out, right knee sprain. Jacob Waguespack (SP) – Out, right rotator cuff inflammation.
Team standings & stats for today’s game
Boston Red Sox team stats
The Boston Red Sox hold a 75-76 record, placing them third in the AL East. With a batting average of .254 and 188 home runs, they have solid offensive stats. The Red Sox have a team ERA of 4.16 and have struck out 1274 batters this season. In their last 10 games, they have won 4 and lost 6, currently on a 2-game losing streak. They recently lost to the Rays, scoring 3 runs and managing only 3 hits. Their performance in the last game against the Yankees saw them score 2 runs with 8 hits.
- Runs per game: 4.7
- Team average: .254
- Team home runs: 188
- Team Stolen bases: 133
- Team ERA: 4.16
- Team pitching strikeouts: 1274
Tampa Bay Rays team stats
The Tampa Bay Rays are currently at 74-77, placing them fourth in the AL East. With a batting average of .231 and 140 home runs, they have been struggling offensively. The Rays have a team ERA of 3.88 and have recorded 1288 strikeouts this season. They have a 5-5 record in their last 10 games and are on a 1-game winning streak. In their last game against the Red Sox, they scored 3 runs with 3 hits. Their previous game against the Guardians saw them manage 4 hits and no runs.
- Runs per game: 3.8
- Team average: .231
- Team home runs: 140
- Team Stolen bases: 172
- Team ERA: 3.88
- Team pitching strikeouts: 1288
Player Stats for Red Sox vs. Rays
Triston Casas and Wilyer Abreu have been notable for the Red Sox, contributing runs and hits in recent games. For the Rays, Jose Siri and Josh Lowe have shown strong performances, with multiple hits and runs. Recent news indicates that Tanner Houck is expected to return for the Red Sox, while the Rays will miss Jeffrey Springs and Pete Fairbanks for the rest of the season. This information is crucial for MLB bettors looking to understand the current form and odds for the game.
Red Sox Leaders Ahead of Tonight’s Game
Jarren Duran leads the Red Sox in batting average and runs, making him a key player to watch. Tyler O’Neill has been a powerhouse with home runs, while Rafael Devers leads in RBIs. David Hamilton’s speed on the bases is also noteworthy.
- AVG Leader: Jarren Duran .285
- 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
Yandy Díaz has been consistent for the Rays, leading in batting average and RBIs. Christopher Morel is the top home run hitter and has also scored the most runs. José Caballero’s stolen bases could be a game-changer.
- AVG Leader: Yandy Díaz .283
- HR Leader: Christopher Morel 21
- RBI Leader: Yandy Díaz 65
- Runs Leader: Christopher Morel 56
- SB Leader: José Caballero 41
