The New York Mets and Boston Red Sox kick off a three-game interleague series at Fenway Park on Monday, May 19. Both teams are looking to bounce back after losing their previous series, with the Mets dropping two of three against the Yankees and the Red Sox falling to the Braves.
New York Mets (29-18)
The Mets enter this matchup leading the National League East, but their road record of 12-13 suggests some vulnerability away from Citi Field. They struggled offensively in their last series, managing just three hits in an 8-2 loss to the Yankees on Sunday.
Despite the recent slump, Juan Soto remains a key offensive weapon, boasting a .402 wOBA and .961 OPS against right-handed pitchers over the past three seasons. Pete Alonso has also been productive, leading the team with nine home runs and 26 extra-base hits.
On the mound, Kodai Senga (4-2, 1.02 ERA) gets the start. He has been dominant, allowing two runs or fewer in each of his last eight outings. His ability to keep hitters off balance will be crucial against Boston’s lineup.
Boston Red Sox (23-25)
The Red Sox have struggled recently, losing five of their last six games. Their pitching staff has been inconsistent, allowing six or more runs in five of those losses.
Offensively, Rafael Devers has been red-hot, slashing .348/.444/.696 over the past week, including two home runs and seven RBIs. Alexander Bregman has also been a steady contributor, tallying 16 doubles, 11 home runs, and 34 RBIs.
Boston will send Hunter Dobbins (2-1, 3.90 ERA) to the mound. While he has shown promise, he has struggled against strong offenses, allowing five runs to the Tigers and four runs to the Twins in recent starts.
Key Matchups
- Kodai Senga vs. Red Sox lineup – Senga has been nearly untouchable, but Boston’s power hitters, especially Devers, could challenge him.
- Juan Soto vs. Hunter Dobbins – Soto has elite numbers against right-handed pitchers, and Dobbins has struggled against lefty bats.
- Pete Alonso vs. Boston’s bullpen – If Alonso gets on base early, Boston’s shaky bullpen could be exposed late in the game.
Game Outlook
The Mets have a clear pitching advantage with Senga on the mound, while the Red Sox will need their offense to step up against one of the league’s best starters. If Boston can get to Senga early, they have a chance, but if he settles in, the Mets should control the game.
Game Odds
New York Mets – 130
Boston Red Sox 9
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, May 18, 2025
