Seattle Mariners vs. Boston Red Sox Spread, Line, Odds, Predictions, Picks and Betting Preview
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Mariners @ Red Sox – First Pitch: 7:10 p.m.
In today’s MLB face-off, the Seattle Mariners will go up against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. The Mariners have Marco Gonzales on the mound, while the Red Sox will have rookie Brayan Bello pitching. The Red Sox are slight favorites, with odds at -127, and the total runs expected are sitting at 9.5 after opening at 10.
Yesterday’s game saw both teams take full advantage of the favorable hitting environment, with warm temperatures and wind blowing outwards. Today, however, the weather conditions are cooler, which might impact the total runs.
Gonzales, the lefty for the Mariners, will face the formidable Red Sox lineup. This matchup gives Boston a clear advantage against Gonzales. Thus, backing the Red Sox early on the first five innings and for the full game appears to be a solid bet at the current price.
However, keep an eye on the weather conditions. Today’s forecast predicts cooler conditions with 13-mile-per-hour winds blowing from foul pole to foul pole. The first pitch temperature is expected to be around 50 degrees, and the wind chill could drop it to the low forties. These cooler conditions might affect the gameplay, making it more difficult for the hitters to get the ball up in the air.
Overall, while the Red Sox hold the advantage with their lineup and the betting odds, the changing weather conditions could throw a curveball into the mix. It’s essential to keep an eye on the weather leading up to the game, as it could significantly impact the game’s outcome and any potential bets.
Spread, Total, Moneyline, and Odds:
| Spread | Total | Moneyline | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mariners | +1.5 | -186 | O 10 | -110 | +101 | Open |
| -176 | 9.5 | -108 | +108 | Current | ||
| Red Sox | -1.5 | +155 | U 10 | -110 | -121 | Open |
| +149 | 9.5 | -112 | -127 | Current | ||
Projected Lineups:
Mariners
Starting Pitcher: Marco Gonzales: 3-0, 4.42 ERA, 6.14 K/9
| 1. | CF | Julio Rodríguez | .217, 7 HR, 20 RBI |
| 2. | 1B | Ty France | .275, 2 HR, 20 RBI |
| 3. | LF | Jarred Kelenic | .283, 8 HR, 21 RBI |
| 4. | 3B | Eugenio Suárez | .229, 4 HR, 21 RBI |
| 5. | C | Cal Raleigh | .230, 7 HR, 22 RBI |
| 6. | RF | Teoscar Hernández | .242, 8 HR, 22 RBI |
| 7. | SS | J.P. Crawford | .240, 1 HR, 16 RBI |
| 8. | DH | Jose Caballero | .289, 0 HR, 4 RBI |
| 9. | 2B | Kolten Wong | .177, 0 HR, 8 RBI |
Red Sox
Starting Pitcher: Brayan Bello: 2-1, 5.01 ERA, 9.26 K/9
| 1. | RF | Alex Verdugo | .303, 5 HR, 18 RBI |
| 2. | 1B | Justin Turner | .269, 4 HR, 16 RBI |
| 3. | LF | Rob Refsnyder | .258, 1 HR, 14 RBI |
| 4. | 3B | Rafael Devers | .255, 11 HR, 38 RBI |
| 5. | SS | Enrique Hernández | .234, 3 HR, 14 RBI |
| 6. | DH | Masataka Yoshida | .301, 6 HR, 27 RBI |
| 7. | CF | Jarren Duran | .351, 3 HR, 18 RBI |
| 8. | C | Connor Wong | .230, 4 HR, 11 RBI |
| 9. | 2B | Enmanuel Valdez | .278, 2 HR, 7 RBI |
Betting Insights:
Mariners
- The over hit in 3 of the Seattle Mariners last 5 games on the road in 2023
- The Seattle Mariners are 2-3 (.400) on the road as an underdog in their last five games in 2023
Red Sox
- The over hit in 17 of the Boston Red Sox last 25 games at home in 2023
- The Boston Red Sox are 3-2 (.600) at home as a favorite in their last five games in 2023
