The Boston Red Sox (9-10) and Tampa Bay Rays (8-9) are set to face off in the third game of their series at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa. The Red Sox secured a 7-4 victory on Tuesday, powered by Alex Bregman’s five-hit performance, while the Rays will look to bounce back after struggling offensively.
Game Details
- Matchup: Boston Red Sox (9-10) vs. Tampa Bay Rays (8-9)
- Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
- Time: 7:05 PM ET
- Location: George M. Steinbrenner Field, Tampa, FL
- TV Broadcast: ESPN, Bally Sports Sun, NESN
- Betting Odds: Rays (-134), Red Sox (+114) Over/Under: 8 runs
Team Breakdown
Boston Red Sox
- Record: 9-10 (4th in AL East)
- Recent Performance: The Red Sox bounced back from their 16-1 loss on Monday with a 7-4 victory on Tuesday, thanks to Jarren Duran’s home run and Bregman’s five-hit night.
- Key Players:
- Alex Bregman (3B) – Batting .359 with four doubles and three home runs over the last 10 games.
- Jarren Duran (OF) – Hit a two-run homer in the second inning on Tuesday.
- Ceddanne Rafaela (SS) – Batting .311 with three home runs and eight RBI this season.
- Pitching Matchup: Walker Buehler (1-1, 3.38 ERA, 16 K) will start for Boston. He has been solid, allowing just three earned runs in his last outing against the Angels().
Tampa Bay Rays
- Record: 8-9 (5th in AL East)
- Recent Performance: The Rays struggled in Game 2, managing just four runs and going 0-for-6 with runners in scoring position. Their offense ranks 11th in MLB with 77 runs scored().
- Key Players:
- Jonathan Aranda (INF) – Leads the team with a .413 batting average, including seven doubles and three home runs.
- Kameron Misner (OF) – Has two home runs and eight RBI over the past 10 games.
- Yandy Díaz (1B) – Delivered an RBI single in the ninth inning on Tuesday.
- Pitching Matchup: Ryan Pepiot (1-1, 3.38 ERA, 16 K) will start for Tampa Bay. He has been efficient, averaging 5.3 innings per start().
Game Outlook
The Red Sox have momentum after their Game 2 victory, while the Rays need to find consistency at the plate. With Buehler and Pepiot on the mound, expect a tight, low-scoring battle. If Boston can continue their strong offensive performance, they have a chance to take the series lead. However, Tampa Bay’s home-field advantage and pitching depth could make this a close contest.
Boston Red Sox 9
Tampa Bay Rays – 142
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, April 15, 2025
