Game Details
- Matchup: Boston Red Sox (28-32) vs. Atlanta Braves (27-30)
- Date & Time: Sunday, June 1, 2025, at 1:35 PM ET
- Venue: Truist Park, Atlanta, GA
- Broadcast: MLB Network
Game Overview
The Boston Red Sox and Atlanta Braves face off in the final game of their three-game series at Truist Park. The Red Sox hold a 1-0 series lead, looking to secure a road series win against a Braves team that has struggled in close games.
Atlanta boasts a 16-10 home record, but their 9-14 record in one-run games has been a concern. Meanwhile, Boston has a 12-17 road record, but their fifth-best slugging percentage in MLB (.419) makes them a dangerous offensive team.
Key Players to Watch
- Boston Red Sox:
- Rafael Devers – Leads the team with 15 doubles, 12 home runs, and a .291 batting average.
- Abraham Toro – Hitting .364 over his last 10 games, providing consistent offensive production.
- Wilyer Abreu – Batting .295 in road games, making him a key DFS option.
- Atlanta Braves:
- Ronald Acuña Jr. – 2023 NL MVP, hitting .367 with three home runs and a 1.174 OPS.
- Matt Olson – Power hitter with four doubles and three home runs in his last 10 games.
- Marcell Ozuna – Batting .275 with nine home runs, providing offensive depth.
Pitching Matchup
- Boston Red Sox:Garrett Crochet (4-4, 2.04 ERA, 10.7 K/9)
- The left-hander has thrown seven quality starts this season and holds opponents to a .204 batting average.
- His platoon advantage against Atlanta’s left-handed hitters could be a key factor.
- Atlanta Braves: Bryce Elder (3-5, 4.32 ERA, 7.8 K/9)
- Elder has struggled with command, posting a 1.35 WHIP, but has been effective at home.
- He will need to limit Boston’s power hitters to keep Atlanta competitive.
Boston has been strong as a road favorite, going 20-19 straight up since last season. Atlanta, however, has struggled after a win, posting a 10-16 record in such situations.
Game Odds
Boston Red Sox – 125
Atlanta Braves 8
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, May 31, 2025
