Athletics vs Boston Red Sox MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedSeptember 17, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:September 17, 2025 ,

MLB Athletics vs Boston Red Sox Prediction 9/17

The Athletics will take on the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at 6:45 PM. The Athletics are coming in with a record of 71-80 and are on a five-game winning streak. Meanwhile, the Red Sox have a record of 82-69 but are looking to bounce back from a recent loss. The game will be broadcast on NSPCA, and the weather is expected to be mild with broken clouds.

Athletics vs. Red Sox Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Athletics +148. The Athletics are on a 5-game winning streak and have a solid road record of 38-38. They recently won against the Red Sox, which adds to their momentum.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 9.0 (-111). The last game between these teams ended 2-1, and with Lucas Giolito’s strong pitching for the Red Sox, a low-scoring game is likely.

Team Trends

  • The Athletics are on a 5-game winning streak and have a 7-3 record in their last 10 games.
  • The Red Sox have a home record of 45-31 this season.
  • The Athletics have an even road record of 38-38 this season.
  • In their last game against the Red Sox, the Athletics won 2-1 with 9 hits.
  • The Red Sox lost their last game against the Athletics, despite Connelly Early’s 7 strikeouts.

Athletics vs Red Sox Preview

The Athletics are set to play the Red Sox at Fenway Park. The Athletics have a record of 71-80 and are on a five-game winning streak. They are feeling confident after winning seven of their last ten games. Mason Barnett will start for the Athletics, carrying an ERA of 8.53 and a WHIP of 1.90.

The Red Sox, with a record of 82-69, are hoping to recover from a recent loss. They have faced some challenges recently, winning only four of their last ten games. Lucas Giolito will take the mound for the Red Sox, boasting an ERA of 3.31 and a WHIP of 1.25. Fans can catch the game on NSPCA, and the weather is expected to be mild with broken clouds.

Red Sox Ready to Swing Big

The Boston Red Sox have some strong hitters this season. Trevor Story leads the team with 24 home runs and 91 RBIs. Nathaniel Lowe and Alex Bregman also contribute with 18 and 17 home runs, respectively. Lucas Giolito will start for the Red Sox. He has a solid ERA of 3.31 and a record of 10-4. His performance is crucial for the team’s success on the mound. The Red Sox have a batting average of .254, ranking fifth in the league. Their on-base percentage is .323, and their slugging percentage is .424. These stats show they are a competitive team at the plate.

Athletics Aim for a Strong Performance

Nick Kurtz is a key player for the Athletics. He has hit 32 home runs and driven in 80 runs. His batting average is .296, making him a reliable hitter in the lineup. Shea Langeliers also adds power to the team. With 30 home runs, he ranks second on the team. His batting average stands at .263, contributing to the team’s overall performance. Mason Barnett will start on the mound for the Athletics. His ERA is 8.53, and he has a record of 1-1. The Athletics will look for improvement from their pitching staff in this game.

Final Betting Pick

The Athletics have been strong on the road with a 38-38 record. They are currently on a 5-game winning streak, which includes a recent victory over the Red Sox. This momentum makes them a good pick for the money line at +148.

The last game between these teams ended with a low score of 2-1. With Lucas Giolito pitching for the Red Sox and his ERA of 3.31, another low-scoring game is expected. This supports the prediction for the total to go under 9.0 runs.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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