The Boston Red Sox take on the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday, September 19, 2025. The game is set for 7:35 PM at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, FL. Fans can catch the action on FDSSU, with weather conditions expected to be a very hot day with clear skies and a light breeze.

Red Sox vs. Rays Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Tampa Bay Rays +111. The Rays have won their last two games at home, and with Drew Rasmussen pitching well, they have a good chance to continue their streak.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 7.0 (-104). Both starting pitchers have low ERAs, suggesting a low-scoring game.

Team Trends

• The Boston Red Sox have a road record of 37-38 this season.
• The Tampa Bay Rays have a home record of 40-38 this season.
• The Tampa Bay Rays are currently on a two-game winning streak.
• The Boston Red Sox have a division record of 28-18 in the AL East.
• The game will be played at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, FL.

Red Sox vs Rays Preview

The Boston Red Sox are set to play against the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday night. The Red Sox hold an 83-70 record and are third in their division. They are looking to bounce back after a recent loss. Garrett Crochet will take the mound for Boston. He has been strong this season with a 2.63 ERA and a 16-5 record.

The Tampa Bay Rays have a 75-78 record and sit in fourth place in the division. They are coming off two straight wins and aim to keep the momentum going. Drew Rasmussen will start for the Rays. He has a solid 2.74 ERA and a 10-5 record. Fans can expect a competitive game at George M. Steinbrenner Field.

Rays Ready to Shine at Home

The Tampa Bay Rays are looking strong this season. They have a team batting average of .252, which ranks 6th in the league. Their on-base percentage is .313, placing them at 14th. Junior Caminero is a key player for the Rays. He has played 146 games with a batting average of .259. Caminero leads the team with 44 home runs and 108 RBIs. On the mound, Drew Rasmussen will start for the Rays. He has an ERA of 2.74 and a WHIP of 0.99. Rasmussen’s record stands at 10 wins and 5 losses.

Red Sox Aim to Impress on the Road

The Boston Red Sox have a strong batting lineup. They hold a team batting average of .254, which ranks 5th in the league. Their on-base percentage is .323, placing them 6th. Trevor Story is a standout player for the Red Sox. He has played 149 games with a batting average of .268. Story leads the team in home runs with 25 and RBIs with 93. On the mound, Garrett Crochet will start for the Red Sox. He has an ERA of 2.63 and a WHIP of 1.05. Crochet’s record is 16 wins and 5 losses.

Final Betting Pick

The Tampa Bay Rays are a strong pick for the money line at +111. They have a solid home record of 40-38 and have won their last two games at home. Drew Rasmussen, the Rays’ starting pitcher, has an impressive ERA of 2.74 and a WHIP of 0.99, which suggests he can keep the Red Sox hitters in check.

The prediction for the game going under 7.0 runs is based on the strength of both starting pitchers. Garrett Crochet of the Red Sox has an ERA of 2.63, indicating he is also effective on the mound. With both teams having strong pitching and the Rays’ recent low-scoring games, a low total seems likely.

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