Venue: Fenway Park, Boston, Massachusetts.
First pitch: 6:45 p.m. ET.
TV/Streaming: NESN and ABTV; streaming available via Fubo and other platforms.
Starting Pitchers
Angels: LHP Reid Detmers (4-8, 3.44 ERA, 1.06 WHIP, 182 K in 162.0 IP). Detmers has been one of the more reliable arms on a struggling Angels staff, posting solid strikeout numbers and a strong WHIP. He limits hard contact effectively and has shown consistency despite the team’s poor overall record.
Red Sox: LHP Patrick Sandoval (1-4, 4.41 ERA, 1.73 WHIP, 50 K in 49.0 IP). Sandoval, a former Angel, is making his first start against his old team. His 2026 numbers are elevated with higher walk and hit rates in limited innings. He offers a lefty-lefty matchup but has been less consistent overall.
Both are left-handers. Detmers holds the clear statistical edge in ERA, WHIP, strikeouts, and workload. Sandoval’s familiarity with some Angels hitters could help, but Detmers’ recent reliability gives Los Angeles a pitching advantage on paper.
Weather Forecast
Mostly sunny conditions with pleasant early-fall weather. Highs in the upper 70s°F (around 78–80°F), game-time temperatures near the mid-to-upper 70s. Light winds (N/NE shifting ESE around 7–10 mph). Low precipitation chance; dry and comfortable for baseball with no expected delays.
Injury Reports
Angels:
Nolan Schanuel (1B): 10-day IL (side/intercostal; potential near-term return).
Gustavo Campero (OF): 10-day IL (hamstring).
Sam Bachman (RP): 15-day IL (forearm).
Yoan Moncada (3B): 60-day IL (knee).
George Klassen (SP): 15-day IL (back).
Longer-term: Jack Kochanowicz, Robert Stephenson, Anthony Rendon (elbow/hip issues).
Red Sox:
Ceddanne Rafaela (CF): 10-day IL (quadriceps).
Willson Contreras (1B/C): 10-day IL (hamstring).
Masataka Yoshida (DH/OF): 10-day IL (hamstring).
Curtis Mead (INF): 10-day IL (hand).
Justin Slaten (RP): 15-day IL (elbow).
Tayron Guerrero (RP): 15-day IL (shoulder).
Longer-term: Tanner Houck, Garrett Crochet, Triston Casas, Kutter Crawford, others (mostly elbow/shoulder/knee).
Both clubs are missing key contributors in the infield/outfield and bullpen depth. Rafaela and Contreras absences impact Boston’s lineup flexibility; Angels miss defensive and offensive pieces.
Current Rosters / Key Players
Angels key contributors: Mike Trout, Zach Neto (~23 HR), Moisés Ballesteros (recent multi-hit power, including a HR Monday), Wade Meckler (hot recently), and supporting pieces like Josh Lowe or others filling gaps. Offense has been limited overall (.233 team AVG).
Red Sox key contributors: Adley Rutschman (power, including a 3-run HR off the Pesky Pole Monday), Jarren Duran (recent HR), Trevor Story, Wilyer Abreu (extra-base hits), Roman Anthony, Caleb Durbin, Isiah Kiner-Falefa, Eli White. Strong OBP and recent scoring production.
Key Player vs. Player Matchups
Detmers vs. Red Sox hitters: Strong K rate challenges contact hitters. Rutschman and Duran (who homered Monday) pose power threats; Story and Abreu offer extra-base potential. Detmers’ ability to keep the ball in the park will be key at Fenway.
Sandoval vs. Angels hitters: Facing former teammates for the first time. Trout remains a constant danger; Neto’s power and Ballesteros’ recent form (3-for-4 with HR Monday) are concerns. Sandoval’s command issues could be exploited by patient Angels bats.
Monday’s game featured early Boston power (Duran solo HR, Rutschman 3-run HR) and late Angels response—expect similar middle-order focus.
Recent Team Forms
Angels: 2-8 last 10; 1-4 in last 5. Poor road mark (24-46) and struggling offense. Dropped the series opener 2-5. Last in the AL West.
Red Sox: 6-4 last 10; 5-0 in last 5 (win streak). Competitive at home (36-34). Strong second-half form and wild-card contention (3rd in AL East). Won Monday’s opener behind timely power and pitching.
Series History
This is Game 2 of the current three-game set (Red Sox lead 1-0 after Monday’s 5-2 win). Overall 2026 season series: Red Sox lead 4-0 entering the day (fifth meeting). Boston has dominated recent matchups, including a sweep earlier in Anaheim.
Betting Trends
Red Sox riding a win streak and strong home form against a weak Angels road club. Detmers’ solid numbers create some underdog value, but Boston’s momentum and lineup depth favor the favorite. Recent meetings have stayed relatively low-scoring.
Game Odds
Los Angeles Angels 7.5
Boston Red Sox – 139
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, September 7, 2026
