The Baltimore Orioles and Boston Red Sox will face off in a day-night doubleheader at Fenway Park, after weather delays impacted the series opener. The Red Sox dominated Game 1 with a 19-5 victory, while the Orioles look to bounce back and snap their nine-game losing streak.
Game 1 Overview
- Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025
- Time: 1:05 PM ET
- Location: Fenway Park, Boston, MA
- Broadcast: FS1, MLB Network
- Series Status: Red Sox lead 3-1
Projected Starters
- Baltimore Orioles: Zach Eflin (3-2, 5.08 ERA)
- Boston Red Sox: Hunter Dobbins (2-1, 3.62 ERA)
Key Matchups & Storylines
- Rafael Devers’ Hot Streak – Devers had two home runs and eight RBIs in Game 1, leading Boston’s offense.
- Orioles’ Road Struggles – Baltimore is 1-9 in their last 10 games and 8-18 on the road.
- Eflin’s Road Success – Despite his struggles, Eflin has a 3-0 record with a 2.65 ERA on the road.
- Dobbins vs. Orioles’ Left-Handed Hitters – Lefties hit .333 against Dobbins, which could be an advantage for Baltimore.
Game 2 Overview
- Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025
- Time: 7:15 PM ET
- Location: Fenway Park, Boston, MA
- Broadcast: ESPN, NESN
- Series Status: Red Sox lead 3-1
Projected Starters
- Baltimore Orioles: Lucas Giolito (1-1, 7.08 ERA)
- Boston Red Sox: TBD
Key Matchups & Storylines
- Boston’s Offensive Explosion – The Red Sox scored 13 runs in the eighth inning of Game 1, showcasing their firepower.
- Orioles’ Bullpen Woes – Baltimore’s relievers allowed 13 runs in Game 1, highlighting their struggles.
- Giolito’s History vs. Red Sox – Giolito has a 3-2 career record against Boston, but his 5.19 ERA suggests potential trouble.
- Fenway Park Factor – Boston is 15-12 at home, while Baltimore has struggled on the road.
Prediction & X-Factors
- Game 1 Likely Outcome: Red Sox favored due to offensive momentum and home-field advantage.
- Game 2 Likely Outcome: A closer contest, depending on Baltimore’s pitching adjustments.
- X-Factors:
- Devers’ continued dominance – If he stays hot, Boston could sweep the doubleheader.
- Eflin’s road performance – Can he bounce back and give Baltimore a chance?
- Orioles’ bullpen adjustments – If they stabilize, Baltimore could steal Game 2.
Game 1 Odds
Baltimore Orioles 9.5
Boston Red Sox – 122
Game 2 Odds
Baltimore Orioles 9.5
Boston Red Sox – 120
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 23, 2025
