The Seattle Mariners and Boston Red Sox are set to face off in the rubber match of their three-game series on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. With the series tied at 1-1, both teams will look to secure the series victory in this exciting matchup.
Game Details
- Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025
- Time: 1:35 PM ET
- Venue: Fenway Park, Boston, MA
- Broadcast: MLB Network
Team Overview
Seattle Mariners
- Record: 13-11 (6th in AL West)
- Key Players:
- J.P. Crawford: Coming off a stellar performance in Game 2, Crawford hit his first home run of the season and drove in four RBIs. He’s batting .246 this season and has been consistent during the Mariners’ road trip.
- Julio Rodríguez: A key offensive contributor, Rodríguez added an RBI single in Game 2 and remains a threat at the plate.
- Bryan Woo: The Mariners’ starting pitcher for Game 3, Woo has a 2-1 record with a 3.12 ERA this season. He’s delivered quality starts in three of his four outings and will look to continue his strong form.
Boston Red Sox
- Record: 14-12 (4th in AL East)
- Key Players:
- Triston Casas: Casas has been heating up, hitting three-run homers in consecutive games. Despite a slow start to the season, he’s shown promise with a .292 average against Mariners pitchers.
- Trevor Story: Story has been a consistent performer, leading the team with five home runs and a .500 slugging percentage.
- Garrett Crochet: The Red Sox’s starting pitcher for Game 3, Crochet boasts a 2-1 record and a 1.13 ERA. He’s coming off six scoreless innings against the White Sox and has been dominant this season, allowing a batting average of just .168 to opposing hitters.
Series Recap
- Game 1: The Red Sox opened the series with a 6-5 victory, fueled by Triston Casas’ three-run homer and solid pitching from their bullpen.
- Game 2: The Mariners bounced back with an 8-5 win, highlighted by J.P. Crawford’s three-run homer and Emerson Hancock’s quality start. Seattle’s offense capitalized on Boston’s defensive errors to even the series.
Key Matchups
- Bryan Woo vs. Garrett Crochet: Both starting pitchers have been impressive this season, and their duel will set the tone for the game. Woo’s ability to limit walks and Crochet’s dominance against opposing hitters will be critical.
- J.P. Crawford vs. Red Sox Pitching: Crawford’s recent form makes him a key player to watch, especially against Crochet’s tough pitching.
- Triston Casas vs. Mariners Defense: Casas has been Boston’s offensive spark, and Seattle will need to contain his power at the plate.
Game Outlook
The Mariners will look to build on their offensive momentum from Game 2, relying on Crawford and Rodríguez to lead the charge. Woo’s consistency on the mound will be crucial as Seattle aims to secure the series win. Meanwhile, the Red Sox will lean on Crochet’s strong pitching and the hot bat of Casas to bounce back and defend their home turf.
Game Odds
Seattle Mariners 8
Boston Red Sox – 185
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, April 23, 2025
