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MLB Game Preview: Tampa Bay Rays (36-30) vs. Boston Red Sox (32-36)

The Tampa Bay Rays (36-30) travel to Fenway Park to face the Boston Red Sox (32-36) in the second game of their three-game series on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. The Rays secured a 10-8 extra-innings victory in Game 1, spoiling the MLB debut of top prospect Roman Anthony.

Game Details

  • Matchup: Tampa Bay Rays vs. Boston Red Sox
  • Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025
  • Time: 7:10 PM ET
  • Venue: Fenway Park (Boston, MA)
  • Broadcast: NESN, Bally Sports Sun

Team Breakdown & Key Players

Tampa Bay Rays (36-30)

  • Last Game: The Rays secured a 10-8 win over the Red Sox, extending their strong form.
  • Key Players:
    • Junior Caminero (3B) – Leads the team with 15 home runs and 40 RBI, ranking 12th in MLB in homers.
    • Yandy Díaz (1B) – Batting .248, with nine home runs and 17 walks.
    • Ryan Pepiot (SP) – Expected starter with a 3-5 record and 3.20 ERA, looking for another dominant outing.
  • Strengths: Power hitting, solid bullpen.
  • Weaknesses: Road struggles, occasional defensive lapses.

Boston Red Sox (32-36)

  • Last Game: The Red Sox fell 10-8 to the Rays, despite a late rally.
  • Key Players:
    • Rafael Devers (3B) – Batting .280, with 14 home runs and 57 RBI, ranking 15th in MLB in homers.
    • Jarren Duran (LF) – Provides consistency with a .273 batting average, seven triples, and four home runs.
    • Lucas Giolito (SP) – Expected starter with a 1-1 record and 6.42 ERA, looking to bounce back.
  • Strengths: Home-field advantage, strong offense.
  • Weaknesses: Pitching inconsistency, bullpen struggles.

Matchup Analysis & Betting Insights

  • Head-to-Head: The season series is tied 2-2, making this a crucial matchup.
  • Game Strategy:
    • Rays: Need Pepiot to limit runs while relying on their power hitters.
    • Red Sox: Must capitalize on Tampa Bay’s pitching struggles and generate early offense.

Game Odds

Tampa Bay Rays                9

Boston Red Sox                 – 115

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, June 9, 2025

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