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Texas Rangers vs. Boston Red Sox: Preview, Predictions and Picks for May 7, 2025

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May 7, 2025 2:24 PM
The Boston Red Sox look to snap their losing streak as they host the Texas Rangers at Fenway Park on Wednesday, May 7th at 6:45 PM, carrying a 4-1 series deficit into the matchup. Despite a .500 record, the Red Sox have struggled at home, sitting at 9-9, while the Rangers aim to capitalize on their 6-10 road record.
Texas Rangers vs Boston Red Sox

Current Odds

TEX
BOS
Over
9.5
+110
Under
9.5
-112
TEX
+1.0
-128
BOS
-1.5
+156
TEX
ML
+124
BOS
ML
-130

Rangers vs Red Sox statistics

Stat Rangers Red Sox
Hits 272 (25th) 324 (4th)
Batting Average .234 (25th) .253 (9th)
Runs Batted In 116 (Tied-28th) 171 (Tied-6th)
Runs 119 (28th) 180 (Tied-5th)
Home Runs 31 (20th) 42 (Tied-9th)
Walks 84 (29th) 134 (Tied-8th)
Stolen Bases 28 (Tied-14th) 43 (3rd)
Strikeouts 283 (11th) 340 (29th)
Pitches 4770 (28th) 5609 (2nd)

Boston Red Sox recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
5/6/25 vs Texas Rangers L 6-1
5/4/25 vs Minnesota Twins L 5-4
5/3/25 vs Minnesota Twins L 4-3
5/2/25 vs Minnesota Twins W 6-1
5/1/25 @ Toronto Blue Jays L 4-2

Texas Rangers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
5/6/25 @ Boston Red Sox W 6-1
5/4/25 vs Seattle Mariners W 8-1
5/3/25 vs Seattle Mariners L 2-1
5/2/25 vs Seattle Mariners L 13-1
5/1/25 vs Athletics L 3-0

Boston Red Sox injuries

  • Seby Zavala (C): Day-To-Day
  • Richard Fitts (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Walker Buehler (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Zach Penrod (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Masataka Yoshida (LF): 10-Day-IL

Texas Rangers injuries

  • Patrick Murphy (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Jax Biggers (2B): Day-To-Day
  • Kyle Higashioka (C): 10-Day-IL
  • Kumar Rocker (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Josh Sborz (RP): 60-Day-IL

Rangers vs Red Sox game info

Type Info
Venue Fenway Park
Location Boston, Massachusetts
First pitch Wed 6:45 PM
Temperature 68°
Chance of Rain 12%

Rangers vs Red Sox predictions

As the Texas Rangers gear up to go head-to-head with the Boston Red Sox, all eyes will likely be on Adolis Garcia. With a respectable batting average of .236, he's poised to make an impact with the bat. Don't be surprised if he racks up a couple of hits and maybe even sends one out of the park given his projection of 0.2 home runs. Meanwhile, Wyatt Langford is another ranger to watch, potentially showcasing his power with an estimated 0.5 RBIs. If the Rangers want to improve their road stats, they’ll need these two and others like Josh Smith to step up at Fenway Park.

On the other side, Alex Bregman might just be the Red Sox's secret weapon. Carrying a solid .315 batting average, he's been a reliable force driving in runs. You might see him add to his impressive stat line with potential home runs or clutch singles that bring teammates home. Then there's Jarren Duran, with a promising likelihood for singles and the potential to nab at least one stolen base. With his speed on the bases, he could turn a simple hit into an unexpected run. Tanner Houck, Boston's starting pitcher, will look to quiet the Rangers' bats, and if he's managing his pitches effectively, it could be a long night for the Texas lineup.

Considering all the elements at play, Boston seems to have a slight edge in this matchup, especially when playing at home. They've certainly shown strength in their batting lineup, and Houck’s performance on the mound could be pivotal. However, with the Rangers eager to capitalize on any mistakes, it promises to be an exciting game. It's tough to ignore the Red Sox's determination to snap that home losing streak, though. My gut says they might just pull it off and take the win, but as with any game, nothing's set in stone. What do you think? Will the streak end tonight or will the Rangers head home with the win?

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