El Jefe
The Boston Red Sox (49-48) will take on the Cleveland Guardians (48-47) again in Boston on Wednesday, July 27 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 about Wednesday’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 competed in five contests as the Red Sox have claimed victory four times against their opponents. In their most recent meeting on Tuesday, the Boston Red Sox came out on top by a score of 3-8. The Red Sox scored three runs on 12 hits, while the Guardians put up eight runs on 12 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 27 2022
Where: Fenway Park in Boston, MA
When: Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at 7:10 PM ET
Betting on the Cleveland Guardians
Record: (49W-47L) | American League Central Standing: 2
The Guardians were beaten by the Boston Red Sox 3-8 the last time they met on Tuesday, and we can’t wait to find out if they can muster up a hard-fought win in this one. The overall regular season batting average for the team right now is .254 and in particular German Rosario is riding high with a .299 average. In terms of defense, the team is carrying an ERA of 3.88 and a .983 fielding percentage. Before you place your bets based on the teams’ recent performances, be sure to consult our odds assessment!
Absences and Injuries
It’s confirmed that the Guardians will play without Oscar Gonzalez (Ribs), Cody Morris (Shoulder), Aaron Civale (Wrist), and Anthony Gose (Triceps).
Betting on the Boston Red Sox
Record: (49W-49L) | American League East Standing: 5
In their most recent game on Tuesday, the Red Sox beat the Cleveland Guardians. For the regular season, the overall batting average for the team is currently .255 as Xander Bogaerts leads the club hitting .322. Defensively speaking, the Red Sox hold an ERA of 4.31 and a fielding percentage of .983. Be sure to review our evaluation of the odds below so you have all the info you need at your fingertips!
Absences and Injuries
Per the list of injuries and inactive players, the Red Sox will play without James Paxton (Elbow), Christopher Sale (Finger), Richard Hill (Knee), Rafael Devers (Hamstring), Michael Wacha (Shoulder), Enrique Hernández (Hip), Matthew Barnes (Shoulder), Matthew Strahm (Wrist), Christian Arroyo (Groin), Trevor Story (Hand), Tyler Danish (Elbow), and Josh Taylor (Back).
Cleveland Guardians vs Boston Red Sox | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Boston Red Sox (-136) at FanDuel
The Boston Red Sox are considered the favorite by many baseball fans and oddsmakers in this matchup. The club could be having a better July, coming into the matchup sporting a winning percentage of 27.27% for this month, accounting a total of six wins. The winning percentage of the Cleveland Guardians on the other hand, is greater at 43.48% for this month, a record of 10 victories in total.
Over/Under Pick: Under 9 Total Runs (-110) at FanDuel
Before placing a bet, consider that the estimated O/U is under 9. That is to say that the combined number of total runs for both teams will be under 9.
Runline Pick: Boston Red Sox -1.5 Runs (+136) at FanDuel
The Boston Red Sox will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover the oddsmakers’ runline of -1.5.
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