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Boston Red Sox at Atlanta Braves odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Boston Red Sox at Atlanta Braves odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Red Sox (19-17) and Atlanta Braves (21-12) wrap up a 2-game set Wednesday. First pitch from Truist Park is scheduled for 7:20 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Red Sox vs. Braves odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Braves lead 1-0

Boston fell 4-2 against Atlanta Tuesday while failing to cash as a +167 road underdog. C Reese McGuire and CF Ceddanne Rafaela each had an RBI. RHP Justin Slaten allowed 2 earned runs in the 8th inning and picked up the loss.

Atlanta snapped a 3-game losing streak with Tuesday night’s win while cashing as a -183 home favorite. A 2-run home run off the bat of LF Jarred Kelenic opened the scoring for the Braves in the 3rd, while a 2-run 8th inning is what sealed the victory. RHP Joe Jimenez allowed 0 ER in 1 inning of relief and picked up the win.

Red Sox at Braves projected starters

RHP Nick Pivetta vs. LHP Chris Sale

Pivetta (1-1, 0.82 ERA) makes his 3rd start. He has a 0.82 WHIP, 0.8 BB/9 and 10.6 K/9 in 11 innings.

  • Last start: Win, 5 IP, 0 ER, 5 H, 1 BB, 3 K in 1-0 victory at Oakland A’s April 3
  • Has been out since with an elbow injury
  • Has allowed 1 ER (1 HR) this season while striking out 13 and walking 1

Sale (3-1, 3.44 ERA) makes his 7th start. He has a 0.95 WHIP, 1.7 BB/9 and 10.3 K/9 in 36 2/3 innings.

  • Braves are 4-2 in his starts
  • Has allowed 1 ER or fewer in 2 straight starts
  • Has allowed 14 ER (4 HR) while striking out 42 and walking 7

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Red Sox at Braves odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:49 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Red Sox +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Braves -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Red Sox +1.5 (-120) | Braves -1.5 (+100)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Red Sox at Braves picks and predictions

Prediction

Braves 4, Red Sox 3

Moneyline

BET BRAVES (-200).

While there is not a lot of value on the Braves to win, this matchup features a pitching duel that should limit the value of the run line.

Boston has lost 3 of its last 4 on the road and scored 2 or fewer runs in 4 of its last 5 games, while Atlanta has won 3 of its last 4 at home and scored 4 or more runs in each of the 3 wins.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

While you could sprinkle the Braves -1.5 (+100), due to the pitching duel, there is low confidence in a large margin of victory.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 8.5 (-120).

Boston has failed to hit the Over in 7 of its last 10 games. In 4 of Boston’s last 5 games, it has either scored 2 or fewer runs and/or allowed 4 or fewer.

Atlanta has failed to hit the Over in 9 of its last 10 games and scored 4 or fewer runs in 8 of its last 10, including 4 straight.

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Boston Red Sox at Atlanta Braves odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Boston Red Sox at Atlanta Braves odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Red Sox (19-16) open up a 2-game set against the Atlanta Braves (20-12) Tuesday. First pitch at Truist Park is scheduled for 7:20 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Red Sox vs. Braves odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: 1st meeting. Boston won 3 of 4 meetings in 2023

The Red Sox avoided a sweep over the weekend in Minnesota, cashing as a (+166) MoneyLine underdog with a 9-2 win Sunday over the Twins. The triumph snapped Minnesota’s 12-game winning streak as 3B Rafael Devers and CF Ceddanne Rafaela homered while RP Brennan Bernadino earned the win.

Atlanta returns home after dropping 5 of 6 on their West Coast trip, including a weekend sweep at the hands of the Dodgers. The Braves have scored more than 5 runs just once in the last 14 days and manager Brian Snitker says his team is an “offensive rut.”

Red Sox at Braves projected starters

RHP Kutter Crawford vs. RHP Reynaldo Lopez

Crawford (2-1, 1.56 ERA) makes his 8th start. He has a 1.07 WHIP, 2.90 BB/9 and 8.93 K/9 in 40.1 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 7 IP, 2 ER, 4 H, 2 BB, 6 K in 6-2 victory over San Francisco last Wednesday
  • Sports the lowest HR/FB percentage (2.0%) among 80 qualified pitchers as the 28-year-old served up a HR for the 1st time this season in his last start

Lopez (0-0, 1.50 ERA) makes his 6th start. He has a 1.00 WHIP, 3.00 BB/9 and 9.30 K/9 in 30 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 6 IP, 6 H, 3 ER, 2 BB, 7 K last Tuesday in Seattle
  • Career vs. Boston: 2-1, 4.03 ERA in 22.1 IP (6 games, 3 games started)
  • The 30-year-old features a lower barrel percentage (5.4%) compared to Crawford (6.3%) this season

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Red Sox at Braves odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:29 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Red Sox +154 (bet $100 to win $154) | Braves -184 (bet $184 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the Spread (ATS): Red Sox +1.5 (-134) | Braves -1.5 (+112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -120 | U: -102)

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Red Sox at Braves picks and predictions

Prediction

Boston 4, Atlanta 3

Moneyline

BACK RED SOX (+154).

This is a nice price for an offense coming off a 9-run performance against a surging Twins team along with an SP in Crawford who allows the 2nd-lowest hard contact percentage (18.9%) among qualified pitchers. RF Tyler O’Neill has hit doubles in 3 of his last 4 games and Devers sports the 10th-highest hard contact percentage (42.9%) among MLB hitters with 60 PA vs. RHP. Boston has a good chance of being able to outhit a “slug team” that has not been doing much slugging of late as Snitker pointed out.

Run line

PASS.

I would rather take a shot on the plus money rather than lay the juice. If Atlanta gets up in the late innings against Boston’s bullpen, there is always the chance that the Braves bats can circle the water like sharks and bust out of their slump.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 8.5 (-102).

Braves 1B Matt Olson has not homered in a month, 3B Austin Riley hit only 1 HR since April 8 and reigning NL MVP CF Ronald Acuna Jr. has played in all 32 games, but has recorded only 2 HRs and 8 RBI. Atlanta will break out eventually, but don’t expect it against Crawford.

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Boston Red Sox at Minnesota Twins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Boston Red Sox at Minnesota Twins odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Red Sox (18-14) and Minnesota Twins (17-13) meet Friday to open a 3-game series. First pitch from Target Field is set for 8:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Red Sox vs. Twins odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; tied 3-3 last season

Boston lost 3-1 vs. the San Francisco Giants Thursday while failing to cover as a -117 home favorite. Reliever Zack Kelly suffered the loss, allowing 4 H and 2 ER in 2/3 IP. The loss ended a 4-game win streak for the Red Sox.

Minnesota beat the Chicago White Sox 10-5 Wednesday while covering as a -214 road favorite. Minnesota has scored double-digit runs in 3 of its last 5 wins. The Twins have won 10 consecutive games, including 4 straight at home.

Red Sox at Twins projected starters

RHP Tanner Houck vs. RHP Chris Paddack

Houck (3-2, 1.60 ERA) makes his 7th start. He has a 0.92 WHIP, 1.1 BB/9 and 9.4 K/9 in 39 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: No-decision, 6 2/3 IP, 4 H, 1 ER, 0 BB, 9 K in a 5-4 win over the Chicago Cubs Sunday
  • Career vs. Minnesota: 2-0, 3.12 ERA (17 1/3 IP, 6 ER), 16 H, 5 BB, 17 K in 3 starts

Paddack (2-1, 5.88 ERA) makes his 6th start. He has a 1.69 WHIP, 2.1 BB/9 and 7.3 K/9 in 26 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 5 IP, 8 H, 4 ER, 1 BB, 2 K in a 16-5 win over the Los Angeles Angels Saturday
  • Career vs. Boston: 0-1, 23.14 ERA (2 1/3 IP, 6 ER), 7 H, 1 BB, 0 K in 1 start

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Red Sox at Twins odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:21 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Red Sox -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Twins -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Red Sox -1.5 (+155) | Twins +1.5 (-190)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Red Sox at Twins picks and predictions

Prediction

Twins 6, Red Sox 3

Moneyline

BET TWINS (-115).

Minnesota is the much hotter team entering this matchup, winning 10 consecutive games while the Red Sox have lost 2 of their last 3 road games. The Twins have also won back-to-back games vs. Boston.

There is always a slight risk when backing a team on such a hot streak as they will likely get the best of every opponent because opponents will want to end their win streak.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

I fully expect the Twins to cover here as +1.5 (-190) underdogs, but they are not worth the risk of backing here with the line set this heavily. Bet on the spread and/or total instead.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 8.5 (-105).

The Over has hit in back-to-back games for the Twins and is 4-1 in their last 5 games and 7-3 in their last 10. For Boston, the Over hit in its last road game, but the Under has hit in 3 consecutive games for Boston. The Over has also hit in 8 of the last 10 Boston-Minnesota matchups.

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San Francisco Giants at Boston Red Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s San Francisco Giants at Boston Red Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Red Sox (18-13) welcome the San Francisco Giants (14-17) to Fenway Park Thursday for the finale of their 3-game series. First pitch is set for 1:35 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Giants vs. Red Sox odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Red Sox lead 2-0

The Red Sox beat the Giants 6-2 Wednesday as -153 favorites. Boston has won 4 in a row, including a 17-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs Saturday. It has struggled at home, going just 7-8 straight up at Fenway Park. The Red Sox are 17-14 on the run line.

The Giants have lost 2 straight games and 4 of their last 6. San Fran’s offense has been in focus, as it has scored just 13 runs over its last 6 games. The Giants are 5-10 on the road, the 5th-worst win percentage in MLB. They are 13-18 on the run line.

Giants at Red Sox projected starters

LHP Kyle Harrison vs. RHP Josh Winckowski

Harrison (2-1, 4.09 ERA) makes his 7th start. He has a 1.24 WHIP, 1.4 BB/9 and 8.5 K/9 in 33 innings.

  • Last start: No-decision, 6 IP, 0 ER, 5 H, 0 BB, 7 K in 3-0 road win vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Friday
  • 2024 road splits: 2-1, 4.76 ERA, 17 IP, 9 ER (4 HR), 74 H, 4 BB, 11 K in 3 starts
  • Has never faced Boston before

Winckowski (1-1, 3.50 ERA) makes his 3rd start and 10th appearance. He has a 1.67 WHIP, 4.0 BB/9 and 9.5 K/9 in 18 innings.

  • Last start: No-decision, 3 IP, 0 ER, 3 H, 0 BB, 1 K in 17-0 home win vs. Chicago Cubs Saturday
  • 2024 home splits: 1-0, 1.08 ERA, 8 1/3 IP, 1 ER, 6 H (1 HR), 3 BB, 10 K in 1 start and 3 relief appearances
  • Career vs. San Francisco: 0-0, 3.38 ERA, 2 2/3 IP, 1.88 WHIP, 0 BB, 3 K in 2 relief appearances

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Giants at Red Sox odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:16 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Giants -108 (bet $108 to win $100) | Red Sox -108 (bet $108 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Giants -1.5 (+140) | Red Sox +1.5 (-170)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Giants at Red Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

Red Sox 5, Giants 2

Moneyline

BET RED SOX (-108).

Boston has been able to close out series that it has dominated well. It has won the 1st 2 games of 2 series (against the Oakland A’s and Pirates), and it won the 3rd both times. While he doesn’t pitch for typically over 3 innings, the Red Sox are 2-0 when Winskowski starts and have given up 1 combined run in those games.

The Giants, who have given up at least 4 runs in 3 of their last 4, have struggled to find offense. They are 1-1 straight up after losing the 1st 2 games of a series. There’s no reason to expect San Fran’s offense to bounce back Thursday.

Back RED SOX (-108).

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

The Giants as run-line favorites are tough to sell, and they should be avoided here. The Red Sox as underdogs also aren’t worth the price, and they are better suited as a moneyline play.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 9.5 (-110).

The Giants offense has yet to bounce back, and they didn’t Wednesday either. San Fran has gone Under in 7 of its last 8 games and is 14-16-1 O/U on the season.

They have scored 3 or fewer runs in 6 straight games. Boston has gone Under in 5 of its last 10 and is 3-5-2 O/U in that span. Considering the recent trends for both teams, back UNDER 9.5 (-110).

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San Francisco Giants at Boston Red Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s San Francisco Giants at Boston Red Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Red Sox (17-13) welcome the San Francisco Giants (14-16) to Fenway Park for the 2nd game of a 3-game series Wednesday. First pitch is set for 7:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Giants vs. Red Sox odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Red Sox lead 1-0

Boston continued its winning ways to open the series, beating the Giants 4-0 Tuesday. It has won 3 straight games, including a 17-0 beatdown of the Chicago Cubs Saturday. The Red Sox are 6-8 at home and 16-14 against the spread (ATS).

The Giants have been fickle over the last week, having traded off winning and losing over their last 6 games. They are 5-8 on the road. San Fran’s offense has been struggling as of late, scoring 3 or fewer runs in 5 straight games. San Fran is 13-17 ATS on the season.

Giants at Red Sox projected starters

TBD vs. RHP Kutter Crawford

According to reports, RHP Daulton Jefferies (0-1, 22.50 ERA) is expected to make his 2nd start, but the Giants have yet to confirm it. He allowed 5 earned runs on 9 hits and 0 walks with 1 K in 2 innings in his debut, a 13-4 loss at the San Diego Padres March 31.

  • 2024 stats with Triple-A Sacramento: 1-0, 3.44 ERA (18 1/3 IP, 7 ER), 1.04 WHIP in 2 starts and 2 relief appearances
  • Career road stats: 2-5, 7.34 ERA (30 2/3 IP, 25 ER), 1.63 WHIP in 7 starts and 2 relief appearances

Crawford (1-1, 1.35 ERA) makes his 7th start. He has a 1.11 WHIP, 3.0 BB/9 and 9.2 K/9 in 33 1/3 innings.

  • Last start: Loss, 6 IP, 3 ER, 10 H, 0 BB, 4 K in 7-1 home loss to Cubs Friday
  • Red Sox are 2-4 in his 6 starts
  • 2024 home splits: 0-1, 1.62 ERA, 16 2/3 IP, 3 ER, 14 H, 0 HR, 4 BB, 16 K in 3 starts

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Giants at Red Sox odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:49 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Giants +102 (bet $100 to win $102) | Red Sox -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread: Giants -1.5 (+162) | Red Sox +1.5 (-196)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Giants at Red Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

Red Sox 5, Giants 3

Moneyline

BET RED SOX (-120).

Crawford has been a strong option this season for the Red Sox, who have won 3 straight. Their offense has been incredibly consistent, scoring at least 4 runs in 5 of their last 6 games.

The same cannot be said of San Fran, and that difference in consistency offensively is the key here. The Giants have allowed at least 4 runs in 2 of their last 3 games and have failed to score more than 3 in 5 straight. The Giants are the 4th-worst team on the road at 5-9 as well.

Considering those trends, take RED SOX (-120).

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

The Red Sox are far too expensive as run-line favorites, while the Giants aren’t worth the risk here as underdogs. Avoid a run-line play for either side.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 8.5 (-110).

The Giants have gone Under in 4 straight games and are 1-6 O/U in their last 7. Their offense has struggled, while their pitching has remained strong.

The Red Sox are 3-4-2 O/U in their last 9 games and 13-14-3 O/U on the season. They have allowed 0 runs in 2 of their last 3 games and 3 of their last 6. Take UNDER 8.5 (-110).

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San Francisco Giants at Boston Red Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s San Francisco Giants at Boston Red Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The San Francisco Giants (14-15) and Boston Red Sox (16-13) open a 3-game series at Fenway Park Tuesday. First pitch is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Giants vs. Red Sox odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Giants won 2-1 last season

San Francisco got back in the win column with a 3-2 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates to cash as a -102 home favorite Sunday and win the series 2-1. A 3-run 3rd inning, propelled by back-to-back home runs from 2B Thairo Estrada and RF Mike Yastrzemski, was enough to secure the victory. RHP Keaton Winn allowed 1 earned run in 6 innings to pick up the win.

Boston has won back-to-back games after beating the Chicago Cubs 5-4 in walk-off fashion to cash as a -152 favorite Sunday, winning the series 2-1. CF Jarren Duran and C Connor Wong each had 2 RBIs, while RHP Kenley Jansen allowed 0 earned runs and 0 hits in 1 inning to pick up the win.

Giants at Red Sox projected starters

RHP Logan Webb vs. RHP Cooper Criswell

Webb (3-1, 2.33 ERA) makes his 7th start. He has a 1.11 WHIP, 1.6 BB/9 and 8.2 K/9 in 38 2/3 innings.

  • Giants are 4-2 in his starts
  • Has allowed 2 or fewer runs in 5 of his 6 outings
  • Has struck out 26 and walked just 7 on the season while allowing 1 HR and 10 ER

Criswell (1-1, 2.38 ERA) makes his 3rd start. He has a 1.15 WHIP, 1.6 BB/9 and 5.6 K/9 in 11 1/3 innings.

  • Red Sox are 2-1 in his starts
  • Has allowed 2 or fewer ER in each outing
  • Has struck out 7 batters and walked 2 this season while allowing 1 HR and 3 ER

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Giants at Red Sox odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:49 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Giants -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Red Sox +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Giants -1.5 (+125) | Red Sox +1.5 (-155)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Giants at Red Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

Red Sox 4, San Francisco 2

Moneyline

BET RED SOX (+110).

Boston has won back-to-back games at home and scored 22 runs over its last 2 outings while allowing just 4. It has scored 4 or more runs in 8 of its last 10 games while allowing 2 or fewer in 5 of its last 9.

San Francisco has scored 3 or fewer runs in each of its last 4 games and allowed 4 or more in 2 of its last 4.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

The moneyline presents more profit for Boston.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 8 (-105).

Both starting pitchers tonight have given up 2 or fewer runs in a combined 7 of 8 appearances.

Boston has scored 4 or fewer runs in 5 of its last 10 games while holding opponents to 4 or fewer in 7 of its last 10.

San Francisco has scored 3 or fewer runs in 4 of its last 6 games and allowed 3 or fewer in 6 of its last 10.

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Chicago Cubs at Boston Red Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Chicago Cubs at Boston Red Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago Cubs (17-10) and Boston Red Sox (15-13) wrap up a 3-game series at Fenway Park Sunday. First pitch is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Cubs vs. Red Sox odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Cubs, who were -113 favorites, lost 17-0 in the 2nd game of the series Saturday with the Over (9) hitting in Boston. The loss snapped a 4-game winning streak for Chicago.

CF Ceddanne Rafaela finished with a HR and 7 RBIs for the Red Sox, who cashed as +104 underdogs. RF Tyler O’Neill also homered, helping Boston win for just the 2nd time in 5 games.

Cubs at Red Sox projected starters

RHP Hayden Wesneski vs. RHP Tanner Houck

Wesneski (2-0, 0.00 ERA) makes his 1st start and 3rd appearance. He has a 0.16 WHIP, 0.0 BB/9 and 4.3 K/9 in 6 1/3 IP.

  • Last outing: Win, 2 1/3 IP, 0 ER, 0 H, 0 BB, 1 K in relief appearance of 3-1 home victory vs. Houston Astros Thursday
  • Last start: No-decision, 2 IP, 1 ER, 2 H, 1 BB, 4 K in 3-2 win at St. Louis Cardinals July 28, 2023
  • 2023 stats: 3-5, 4.63 ERA (89 1/3 IP, 46 ER), 1.28 WHIP in 11 starts and 23 relief appearances
  • Has never faced Boston

Houck (3-2, 1.65 ERA) makes his 6th start. He has a 0.98 WHIP, 1.4 BB/9 and 8.8 K/9 in 32 2/3 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 6 IP, 2 ER, 5 H, 3 BB, 4 K in 4-1 loss at Cleveland Guardians Tuesday
  • 2024 home stats: 1-1, 2.45 ERA (14 2/3 IP, 4 ER), 1.02 WHIP in 2 starts
  • Career vs. Cubs: 0-0, 4.50 ERA (2 IP, 1 ER), 1.50 WHIP in 2 relief appearances

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Cubs at Red Sox odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:57 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Cubs +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Red Sox -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Cubs +1.5 (-175) | Red Sox -1.5 (+145)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Cubs at Red Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

Red Sox 4, Cubs 3

Moneyline

It’s unlikely that Boston’s offense will be able to maintain Saturday’s level of production; however, Houck will probably have a better start than Wesneski. Houck has allowed 2 or fewer earned runs in 4 of 5 starts, while Wesneski hasn’t even pitched more than 4 innings since June 28, 2023.

The Red Sox, who were 15th in runs per game at 4.33 entering Saturday, can’t be trusted to keep scoring runs over the course of a full game, but Houck is a good bet to keep them in position to at least win the 1st 5 innings.

BET RED SOX 1ST 5 INNINGS (-140).

Run line/Against the spread

Boston has struggled to win back-to-back games recently — let alone by multiple runs. The Cubs are also a bit too expensive to cover +1.5 at -175.

PASS. Bet the ML and/or total instead.

Over/Under

The Over has hit in the 1st 2 games of this series, but between Boston’s offense regressing toward the mean and Houck likely limiting Chicago to 2 or fewer runs, we should see a lower-scoring game Sunday. While it is a small sample size, Wesneski also hasn’t given up a run yet in 6 1/3 innings.

BET UNDER 9 (-105).

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Chicago Cubs at Boston Red Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Chicago Cubs at Boston Red Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago Cubs (17-9) and Boston Red Sox (14-13) play the middle contest a 3-game interleague series Saturday at Fenway Park. First pitch is scheduled for 4:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Cubs vs. Red Sox odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Cubs lead 1-0; Chicago won the series opener 7-1 behind LHP Shota Imanaga Friday as the Over (7.5) cashed

The Cubs have won 4 games in a row, all against AL teams, and Chicago has picked up 6 consecutive interleague victories dating back to April 13. The Over was a rarity Friday, as the Under is 5-2 in the past 7 games for the Cubbies while going 6-1 in the past 7 against AL clubs.

The Red Sox have dropped 3 of the past 4 games. The Over has hit in the past 2 outings, and the total has gone high at a slight 4-3-1 clip in the past 8 games for Boston.

Cubs at Red Sox projected starters

RHP Ben Brown vs. RHP Josh Winckowski

Brown (0-0, 3.72 ERA) makes his 3rd start and 7th appearance. He has a 1.03 WHIP, 2.8 BB/9 and 8.4 K/9 in 19 1/3 innings.

  • Last start: No-decision, 6 IP, 1 ER, 1 H, 2 BB, 4 K in 3-2 road win in 11 innings vs. Arizona Diamondbacks April 15
  • 2024 road splits: 0-0, 5.11 ERA, 9 H, 5 BB, 10 K in 12 1/3 IP in 2 starts and 1 relief appearance

Winckowski (1-1, 4.20 ERA) makes his 2nd start and 9th appearance. He has a 1.80 WHIP, 4.8 BB/9 and 10.8 K/9 in 15 innings.

  • Last start: No-decision, 3 1/3 IP, 1 ER, 3 H, 0 BB, 1 K in 6-1 road win vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Sunday
  • 2024 home splits: 0-1, 8.10 ERA, 13 H, 5 BB, 8 K in 6 2/3 IP in 4 relief appearances

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Cubs at Red Sox odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:10 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Cubs -120 (bet $120 to win $100) | Red Sox +100 (bet $100 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Cubs -1.5 (+135) | Red Sox +1.5 (-165)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Cubs at Red Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

Cubs 5, Red Sox 4

Moneyline

The CUBS (-120) are a decent play as slight favorites in this middle contest.

There is plenty of concern here, as Boston is just 3-8 this season at Fenway Park. The Cubs (-115) are on a serious roll, too, and Chicago has won 5 in a row against AL teams, while posting a plus-32 run differential.

Run line/Against the spread

The Red Sox +1.5 (-165) will cost you plenty if you require a little bit of insurance and cannot fathom the idea of playing Boston straight up.

In Boston’s past 3 losses across the past 4 games, it has lost by 2 or more runs, with an average margin of defeat of 3.7 runs per game.

PASS.

Over/Under

OVER 8.5 (-120) is a worth a look in this battle between Brown and Winckowski. It’s not likely to be a pitcher’s duel, and neither will go very deep into the game. The bullpens will be thrust into action early. Chicago’s bullpen has a 3.62 ERA, while Boston’s pen has managed a 3.55 ERA.

The Over has hit in the past 2 games for the Red Sox, allowing 13 runs in the outings.

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Chicago Cubs at Boston Red Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Chicago Cubs at Boston Red Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago Cubs (16-9) and Boston Red Sox (14-12) open a 3-game interleague series Friday at Fenway Park. First pitch is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Cubs vs. Red Sox odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Red Sox won 2-1 in 2023 at Wrigley Field

The Cubs posted a 3-game interleague series sweep of the Houston Astros earlier this week, outscoring the ‘Stros 14-6 while cashing the Under in all 3 outings. The Cubs have won 5 consecutive interleague games. The total has gone low in 5 of the past 6 outings, and the Under is 10-3 in the past 13 games.

The Red Sox dropped 2 of 3 games on the road against the Cleveland Guardians, while the Under is on a 4-1-1 run for Boston. At home, Boston is just 3-7 this season. In interleague play, Boston is 3-for-3 this season after sweeping the Pittsburgh Pirates on the road April 19-21.

Cubs at Red Sox projected starters

LHP Shota Imanaga vs. RHP Kutter Crawford

Imanaga (3-0, 0.84 ERA) makes his 5th start of the season. He has a 0.75 WHIP, 0.8 BB/9 and 8.9 K/9 in 21 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 3 R (2 ER), 5 H (1 HR), 0 BB, 5 K in 5-3 home win Saturday vs. Miami Marlins
  • 2024 road splits: Win, 5 1/3 IP, 1 R (0 ER), 5 H, 2 BB, 4 K in 4-1 win vs. Seattle Mariners on April 13 in his only road appearance to date

Crawford (1-0, 0.66 ERA) makes his 6th start. He has a 0.99 WHIP, 3.6 BB/9 and 9.9 K/9 in 27 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 1 ER, 7 H, 3 BB, 6 K in 4-2 road win vs. Pittsburgh Pirates last Saturday
  • 2024 home splits: 0-0, 0.00 ERA, 4 H, 4 BB, 12 K in 10 2/3 IP in 2 starts

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Cubs at Red Sox odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:04 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Cubs -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Red Sox -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Cubs -1.5 (+155) | Red Sox +1.5 (-190)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Cubs at Red Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

Red Sox 3, Cubs 2

Moneyline

The RED SOX (-110) are a strong play in this interleague series opener against the Cubs (-110).

This should be a well-pitched game, and you’ll want to go lightly, as runs should be at a premium in a low-scoring pitcher’s duel. Back Boston, but have some patience, as things could get dicey.

Run line/Against the spread

The Red Sox +1.5 (-190) will set you back nearly 2 times your potential return, and that’s just too much risk for not enough reward. Over the long term, making bets with such tremendous risk will not pay off.

AVOID.

Over/Under

UNDER 8 (-105) is a slam-dunk play in this interleague series opener.

Imanaga and Crawford have each pitched amazingly well to date, with both pitchers posting sub-1.00 ERAs to this point.

Runs should be at a premium at Fenway Park, and winds will be blowing from 8-11 mph from right field to left field, somewhat limiting the potential of balls to the power alleys.

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Boston Red Sox at Cleveland Guardians odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Boston Red Sox at Cleveland Guardians odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Red Sox (14-11) and Cleveland Guardians (17-7) wrap up a 4-game series Thursday at Progressive Field. First pitch is scheduled for 1:10 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Red Sox vs. Guardians odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Guardians lead 4-2

The Red Sox took out a bit of frustration on the Guardians on Wednesday, winning 8-0 behind RHP Cooper Criswell. Boston cashed as an underdog (+115) as the total (8) pushed at most shops. The Red Sox have still won just twice in 6 meetings with the Guardians, with both victories coming via shutout.

The Guardians had a 5-game winning streak snapped in Wednesday’s shutout loss. Cleveland is still an impressive 8-2 in the past 10 games, while the Over is 7-3-1 across the past 11 outings.

This is the final regular-season meeting between the teams.

Red Sox at Guardians projected starters

RHP Chase Anderson vs. RHP Triston McKenzie

Anderson (0-0, 2.77 ERA) makes his 1st start and 7th appearance of the season. He has a 0.85 WHIP, 0.7 BB/9 and 5.6 K/9 in 13 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 5 IP, 0 ER, 5 H, 2 BB, 4 K in 4-1 win vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Sept. 26, 2023 (with the Colorado Rockies)
  • 2023 road splits: 0-4, 7.20 ERA (35 IP, 28 ER), 41 H (9 HR), 13 BB, 25 K, .297 opponents’ batting average (OBA) in 7 starts and 1 relief appearance

McKenzie (2-2, 5.00 ERA) makes his 5th start. He has a 1.61 WHIP, 7.5 BB/9 and 5.5 K/9 in 18 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 5 IP, 1 ER, 3 H, 3 BB, 6 K in 10-2 home victory vs. Oakland Athletics on Friday
  • 2024 home splits: 2-1, 3.68 ERA (14 2/3 IP, 6 ER), 10 H (2 HR), 13 BB, 9 K, .189 OBA in 3 starts

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Red Sox at Guardians odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:11 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Red Sox +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Guardians -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Red Sox +1.5 (-160) | Guardians -1.5 (+135)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Red Sox at Guardians picks and predictions

Prediction

Guardians 5, Red Sox 2

Moneyline

The GUARDIANS (-155) are worth a look on getaway day, as they have won 4 of 6 meetings this season with the Red Sox (+130), and the pitching scales are tipped in their favor.

Anderson was a disaster on the road last season, and he makes his 1st start for Boston away from home. McKenzie struggled in only road start this season, but he has enjoyed the home cooking.

Run line/Against the spread

The GUARDIANS -1.5 (+135) are much riskier on the run line, laying the run and a half. While we don’t want to double-up on Cleveland, consider going lightly on the run line, while focusing mostly on the moneyline.

Over/Under

UNDER 7.5 (-105) is worth a look in this afternoon affair, but go with a half-unit play at most.

While Anderson was a disaster last season with the Rockies on the road, the Guardians managed no runs on Tuesday against Criswell. The wind is blowing in from the right-centerfield power alley at a 9-12 mph clip, knocking down potential home run balls.

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