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Texas Rangers vs. Boston Red Sox: Preview, Predictions and Picks for May 8, 2025

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May 8, 2025 3:12 PM
The Texas Rangers, holding a 4-2 advantage in the regular season series, look to capitalize on their momentum as they face the Boston Red Sox at historic Fenway Park on Thursday. The Red Sox, seeking to even the series, will rely on their 10-9 home record to get the job done. The matchup is set for Thursday, May 2025, at 1:35 PM.
Texas Rangers vs Boston Red Sox

Current Odds

TEX
BOS
Over
5.5
+1000
Under
5.5
-375
TEX
+4.5
+570
BOS
-4.5
-375
TEX
ML
+40000
BOS
ML
-100000

Rangers vs Red Sox statistics

Stat Rangers Red Sox
Hits 280 (25th) 335 (4th)
Batting Average .234 (25th) .255 (9th)
Runs Batted In 120 (28th) 177 (Tied-6th)
Runs 123 (28th) 186 (Tied-5th)
Home Runs 33 (19th) 45 (9th)
Walks 87 (29th) 135 (Tied-9th)
Stolen Bases 28 (Tied-15th) 43 (Tied-3rd)
Strikeouts 288 (9th) 341 (29th)
Pitches 4914 (28th) 5747 (2nd)

Boston Red Sox recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
5/7/25 vs Texas Rangers W 6-4
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

Texas Rangers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
5/7/25 @ Boston Red Sox L 6-4
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

Boston Red Sox injuries

  • Romy Gonzalez (1B): Day-To-Day
  • Seby Zavala (C): Day-To-Day
  • Walker Buehler (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Richard Fitts (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Zach Penrod (RP): 60-Day-IL

Texas Rangers injuries

  • Kyle Higashioka (C): 10-Day-IL
  • Jax Biggers (2B): Day-To-Day
  • Kevin Pillar (CF): 10-Day-IL
  • Patrick Murphy (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Kumar Rocker (SP): 15-Day-IL

Rangers vs Red Sox game info

Type Info
Venue Fenway Park
Location Boston, Massachusetts
First pitch Thu 1:35 PM
Temperature 71°
Chance of Rain 7%

Rangers vs Red Sox predictions

Texas Rangers fans, get ready, because with Jack Leiter taking the mound, there's plenty to look forward to in the upcoming clash against the Boston Red Sox. Jack Leiter is expected to pitch for 5.2 innings and could deliver a solid outing with a projected 5.4 strikeouts. Keep an eye on Adolis Garcia, potentially leading with 0.7 RBIs, and Corey Seager, who seems poised for a hot night with a predicted 1.4 hits and a chance to knock one out of the park. Wyatt Langford might also make a big splash; the guy is showing great potential with a prediction of 1.1 hits. His blend of power and plate discipline is a thrilling addition to the Rangers' lineup. The Rangers' performance on the road has been less than stellar, but never count them out—everyone loves a comeback story.

Now, for the home team, the Boston Red Sox. Brayan Bello is set to face off against the Texas bats, and he might notch around 4.6 strikeouts over five innings, offering a critical backbone for Boston's defensive strategy. Alex Bregman, meanwhile, is expected to look sharp as always, potentially tallying 1.1 hits and a solid 0.6 RBIs. Rafael Devers is another player worth watching, with a knack for clutch hits, and could contribute a combination of singles, doubles, and even a possible home run. Don’t forget Jarren Duran, who’s got the speed that could pose a significant threat with a projected 0.2 stolen bases. Home support at Fenway is a game-changer, and the Sox will count on their devoted fans to tip the balance in their favor.

As for who might edge out the other, the Boston Red Sox have a slight upper hand at Fenway Park. Their lineup offers a bit more consistency and depth, which could result in more run opportunities. The projected performance of their hitters seems capable of exploiting the Texas pitchers who've struggled a bit away from home. That said, the game is baseball, after all, and you never quite know when the script will flip. But if we’re playing the odds, Boston gets a cautious nod for this matchup, poised to seize control of their MLB series. What do you think, will Boston's bats outshine Texas, or will the Rangers wrangle a win on the road?

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