Game Details
- Date: May 22, 2025
- Location: Fenway Park, Boston, MA
- Start Time: 6:45 PM ET
- Season Series: Fourth meeting of the season
Team Overview
- Baltimore Orioles (16-32, 8-17 Away)
The Orioles have had a rough start to the season, ranking 22nd in OPS (.690) and struggling on the road. They recently snapped an eight-game losing streak with a win over the Brewers but remain 2-8 in their last 10 games. Their pitching staff has been inconsistent, with a 5.70 ERA over the last 10 games.
- Boston Red Sox (25-26, 14-12 Home)
The Red Sox have been hovering around .500, showing flashes of strong offensive play but struggling with consistency. They are 18-4 in games when they out-hit their opponents and rank 7th in OPS (.743). Their bullpen has been solid, posting a 3.62 ERA compared to Baltimore’s 4.88 ERA.
Key Matchups
- Starting Pitchers:
- Orioles: Cade Povich (LHP) – 1-3, 5.23 ERA, struggling with control but capable of strikeouts.
- Red Sox: Lucas Giolito (RHP) – 1-1, 7.08 ERA, has struggled but benefits from home-field advantage.
- Top Hitters:
- Orioles: Ryan O’Hearn (.306/.375/.479, 7 HR), Gunnar Henderson (.263/.314/.413), Ryan Mountcastle (.269/.322/.448).
- Red Sox: Alex Bregman (.297/.370/.540, 11 HR), Carlos Narvaez (.438/.500/.625 in last 10 games), Rafael Devers (39 walks, strong plate discipline).
- Bullpen Battle:
- The Red Sox bullpen has been significantly better, ranking 10th in WHIP (1.25).
- Baltimore’s relievers have struggled with control, walking 91 batters in 182 2/3 innings.
X-Factors
- Orioles’ Road Struggles: Baltimore is 3-14 in its last 17 games and has struggled away from home.
- Red Sox’s Offensive Edge: Boston ranks 7th in OPS and has been dominant against left-handed pitching.
- Weather Conditions: Strong 20 mph winds blowing toward the infield could limit Baltimore’s power hitters.
Game Odds
Baltimore Orioles 8
Boston Red Sox – 130
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, May 21, 2025
