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MLB Game Preview: Los Angeles Angels (26-32) vs. Boston Red Sox (29-32)

Game Details

  • Matchup: Los Angeles Angels (26-32) vs. Boston Red Sox (29-32)
  • Date & Time: Monday, June 2, 2025, at 7:10 PM ET
  • Venue: Fenway Park, Boston, MA
  • Broadcast: ESPN, NESN

Game Overview

The Boston Red Sox return home after a series win against the Atlanta Braves, looking to build momentum against the Los Angeles Angels, who are struggling after dropping their third straight series. The Red Sox have been strong at home (16-14), while the Angels have been inconsistent on the road (16-17).

Boston’s offense has been powered by Rafael Devers, who leads the team with 12 home runs and 52 RBIs, while the Angels rely on Taylor Ward’s power and the return of Mike Trout, who recently came back from injury.

Key Players to Watch

  • Boston Red Sox:
    • Rafael Devers – Leads the team with 12 home runs, 47 walks, and 52 RBIs.
    • Jarren Duran – Speed threat with 13 doubles, six triples, and 13 stolen bases.
    • Wilyer Abreu – Power hitter with 13 home runs and 29 RBIs.
  • Los Angeles Angels:
  • Taylor Ward – Team leader with 16 home runs and 38 RBIs.
  • Mike Trout – Recently returned from injury, looking to regain form.
  • Logan O’Hoppe – Power-hitting catcher with 14 home runs and 30 RBIs.

Pitching Matchup

  • Boston Red Sox:Richard Fitts (0-2, 2.70 ERA, 3 GS)
    • Fitts returns to the rotation after recovering from a pectoral strain.
    • He has allowed just two earned runs in his last five innings.
  • Los Angeles Angels: Tyler Anderson (2-2, 3.39 ERA, 4 GS)
  • Anderson has struggled against Boston, posting a 5.30 career ERA.
  • He allowed just one earned run in six innings against the Yankees last week.

Boston has won 22 of 41 games when recording eight or more hits, while the Angels have struggled with a 3-7 record in their last 10 games. The Red Sox’s home-field advantage and pitching depth make them slight favorites.

Game Odds

Los Angeles Angels         9.5

Boston Red Sox                 – 155

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, June 1, 2025

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