Mets vs Red Sox predictions
When you look at what the New York Mets lineup brings into Fenway Park, there are a few guys to keep an eye on. Pete Alonso has been on a tear with a .294 average, and it wouldn’t surprise anyone if he adds a couple of hits, maybe even sends one over the Green Monster. Francisco Lindor is another name that jumps out—always a threat to go deep, and with nine home runs already under his belt this season, he’s got a decent shot at driving in some runs tonight. As for Tylor Megill on the mound, the Mets will be counting on him to pile up a handful of strikeouts while keeping the Red Sox bats relatively quiet through about five innings. Don’t sleep on Starling Marte, either; his ability to get on base and cause havoc with his speed could spark something for this offense in a must-win situation.
Switching over to the Boston Red Sox, it’s hard to ignore how well Alex Bregman has been swinging lately. He’s leading the team with a .304 batting average and double-digit home runs. Look for him to set the tone early, either with a big hit or working a few tough at-bats against Megill. Rafael Devers feels primed for another strong showing, particularly in the DH spot—he’s consistently bringing runners home, so you could pencil him in for at least an RBI or two. Jarren Duran has also turned heads, especially in recent games with his speed and knack for finding gaps. Given Fenway’s cozy dimensions, he might just stretch a hit into an extra-base opportunity and add some energy at the top of Boston’s lineup. And when it comes to pitching, Garrett Crochet is the guy to watch; he’s been racking up strikeouts and should be able to keep Mets hitters guessing well into the middle innings.
With both teams digging in and Fenway Park buzzing, this series is bound to have its moments. But looking at where both squads stand, the edge seems to tilt in favor of the Boston Red Sox. Their offense looks a little deeper, especially at home, and with Crochet dealing on the mound, they could have just enough firepower and pitching to keep the Mets on their losing streak. It’s baseball, so anything can happen, but if you’re picking a side for this one, Boston looks like the safer bet to come out on top. What do you think—is it time for the Red Sox to extend their lead in the season series?
