El Jefe
The Boston Red Sox (48-47) will take on the Cleveland Guardians (48-45) in Boston on Monday, July 25 at Fenway Park. Still in the middle part of the season, both teams will want to set the tone with a win in this one. Be sure to catch the first pitch at 7:10 PM ET!
For context related to Monday’s regular season matchup, let’s take a look at how Boston and Cleveland have managed against each other this year.
This season, these two ball clubs have battled in three matchups as the Red Sox have won each game against their opponents. In their most recent meeting on June 26, 2022, the Cleveland Guardians came out on top by a score of 3-8. The Red Sox scored four runs on 11 hits, while the Guardians tallied three runs on 11 hits. We’ll see who comes out on top this time when they meet at Fenway Park.
Betting Preview for the Cleveland Guardians vs Boston Red Sox MLB Game on July 25 2022
Where: Fenway Park in Boston, MA
When: Monday, July 25, 2022 at 7:10 PM ET
Betting on the Cleveland Guardians
Record: (48W-46L) | American League Central Standing: 2
The last time they played, the Guardians were defeated by the Chicago White Sox 3-8 on Sunday, and we’re eager to see if their result will be the same or if fortunes will change. The overall regular season batting average for the team right now is .253 and in particular German Rosario is riding high with a .301 average. Defensively speaking, the Guardians hold an ERA of 3.9 and a fielding percentage of .983. Check out our odds assessment and place your bets based on the teams’ recent performances!
Absences and Injuries
Regarding inactive players, the Guardians are without Oscar Gonzalez (Ribs), Cody Morris (Shoulder), Aaron Civale (Wrist), and Anthony Gose (Triceps).
Betting on the Boston Red Sox
Record: (48W-48L) | American League East Standing: 4
The last time we saw them, the Red Sox beat the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday, by a 3-8 margin. Led by their top hitter, Rafael Devers, who has a batting average of .321, the Red Sox are currently averaging .256 at the plate so far this season. In terms of defense, the team carries an ERA of 4.32 and a .983 fielding percentage. Before you select your picks, be sure to explore our odds analysis below!
Absences and Injuries
With respect to inactive players in this game, the Red Sox are missing Julio Martinez (Back), James Paxton (Elbow), Christopher Sale (Finger), Richard Hill (Knee), Rafael Devers (Hamstring), Connor Seabold (Forearm), Michael Wacha (Shoulder), Enrique Hernández (Hip), Matthew Barnes (Shoulder), Matthew Strahm (Wrist), Christian Arroyo (Groin), Trevor Story (Hand), Tyler Danish (Elbow), Joshua Winckowski (COVID-19), and Josh Taylor (Back).
Cleveland Guardians vs Boston Red Sox | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Cleveland Guardians (-116) at FanDuel
The Cleveland Guardians are considered the favorite in this one. The team comes into this game with a winning percentage of 42.86% for this month, accounting a total of nine wins. Comparatively, the Boston Red Sox’s winning percentage is less at 25% for this month, a record of five victories in total.
Over/Under Pick: Under 9.5 Total Runs (-120) at FanDuel
Before placing a bet, consider that the estimated O/U is under 9.5. That is to say that the combined number of total runs for both teams will be under 9.5.
Runline Pick: Cleveland Guardians -1.5 Runs (+136) at FanDuel
With a runline of -1.5, the Cleveland Guardians will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover.
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