Boston Red Sox vs Pittsburgh Pirates MLB Recap Betting Prediction
PublishedSeptember 1, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:September 1, 2025 ,

MLB Recap: Boston Red Sox vs Pittsburgh Pirates – 8/31/25

On August 31, 2025, the Boston Red Sox defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates with a score of 5-2 at Fenway Park. The Red Sox improved their record to 75-62, placing them third in the AL East. The Pirates, now 61-76, remain at the bottom of the NL Central. Lucas Giolito was the winning pitcher for the Red Sox. He pitched six innings, allowing just one run and striking out six batters. Jarren Duran had an impactful performance with a home run and three RBIs, helping secure the Red Sox victory. Mitch Keller took the loss for the Pirates, giving up four runs over five innings. The game started quietly with neither team scoring in the first three innings. The Pirates got on the board first with a run in the fourth inning. The Red Sox responded in the fifth inning, scoring four runs to take the lead. In the sixth inning, the Red Sox added another run, making the score 5-1. The Pirates scored one more in the seventh inning, but the Red Sox held on to win 5-2. This victory improved the Red Sox record to 75-62, while the Pirates fell to 61-76.

Lucas Giolito played a key role for the Red Sox on the mound. He pitched six innings, allowing just one run and three hits. Giolito also struck out six batters, earning the win and improving his record to 9-2 with a 3.47 ERA.

On the batting side, Jarren Duran stood out with a strong performance. Duran went 2-for-2 with a double and a home run. He drove in three runs, contributing significantly to the Red Sox’s victory.

For the Pirates, Mitch Keller was the losing pitcher. He pitched five innings, giving up four runs on four hits. Despite striking out seven batters, Keller fell to a 6-12 record with a 4.35 ERA.

What’s Next

The Red Sox’s win over the Pirates has significant implications for their standings. Now with a record of 75-62, they hold the third spot in the East. This keeps them in the race for a potential playoff position as the season progresses. On the other hand, the Pirates, with a record of 61-76, remain in fifth place in the Central. This loss further distances them from the top of their division. The head-to-head results between these teams show the Red Sox’s stronger performance in this game.

The Pittsburgh Pirates will host the Los Angeles Dodgers for a three-game series at PNC Park. The first game is scheduled for Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 6:40 PM. The Pirates will look to improve their standing in the Central Division during this home series.

The Boston Red Sox will continue their homestand by starting a series against the Cleveland Guardians at Fenway Park. Their next game is on Monday, September 1, 2025, at 1:35 PM. The Red Sox aim to build on their recent win and climb higher in the East Division standings.

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