Game Details
- Date: Sunday, August 3, 2025
- Time: 11:35 AM ET
- Venue: Fenway Park, Boston, MA
- Broadcast: Roku, ESPN, MLB.tv
Game Storylines
Red Sox Eye Sweep at Fenway
The Boston Red Sox are riding a four-game win streak and have taken the first two games of this series, including a 7-3 win on Saturday. With a 36-21 home record, Boston has been dominant at Fenway Park. Jarren Duran is red-hot, batting .325 over his last 10 games with 10 RBIs, while Trevor Story continues to anchor the lineup with 18 home runs and 68 RBIs.
Astros Struggling to Find Rhythm
The Houston Astros have lost seven of their last nine games, including back-to-back defeats in Boston. Despite the slump, they remain atop the AL West. Framber Valdez (11-4, 2.62 ERA) takes the mound, hoping to stop the bleeding. Offensively, Jose Altuve (.280 AVG, 18 HR, 57 RBI) and Yainer Diaz (.252 AVG, 15 HR) are key contributors.
Key Stats Comparison
| Category | Astros | Red Sox |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 62-49 | 61-51 |
| Last 10 Games | 3-7 | 7-3 |
| Team Batting Avg | .248 | .244 |
| Team ERA | 4.75 | 3.36 |
| Top Hitter (AVG) | Jeremy Peña (.326) | Jarren Duran (.265) |
| Top Power Hitter | Jose Altuve (18 HR) | Wilyer Abreu (20 HR) |
Pitching Matchup
Houston Astros
- SP: Framber Valdez
- Stats: 11-4, 2.62 ERA, 1.11 WHIP, 141 K
- Notes: Valdez has been Houston’s most consistent starter and will be key to avoiding a sweep.
Boston Red Sox
- SP: Lucas Giolito
- Stats: 7-2, 3.80 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, 77 K
- Notes: Giolito has helped stabilize Boston’s rotation and is 3-0 in his last five starts.
Game Odds
Houston Astros – 135
Boston Red Sox 8
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Saturday, August 2, 2025
