El Jefe
The Boston Red Sox (48-45) will host the Toronto Blue Jays (50-43) in Boston on Friday, July 22 at Fenway Park. Still in the second third of the season, each of these teams will of course be looking for a win as the season progresses. Don’t miss the first pitch at 7:10 PM ET!
For context about Friday’s matchup, how have the Red Sox and the Blue Jays performed against each other in the past?
This season, these teams have competed in 10 matchups, and the Red Sox have claimed victory three times against their opponents. In their most recent meeting on June 29, 2022, the score was 5-6 in favor of the Toronto Blue Jays. The Red Sox had two runs and six hits, whereas the Blue Jays racked up four runs on seven hits. We’ll see what unfolds when it all goes down at Fenway Park.
Betting Preview for the Toronto Blue Jays vs Boston Red Sox MLB Game on July 22 2022
Where: Fenway Park in Boston, MA
When: Friday, July 22, 2022 at 7:10 PM ET
Betting on the Toronto Blue Jays
Record: (50W-43L) | American League East Standing: 3
The Blue Jays outplayed the Kansas City Royals 5-6 the last time they met on Sunday, 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 .261 and in particular Lourdes Gurriel Jr. is riding high with a .312 average. In terms of defense, the team is carrying an ERA of 3.97 and a .987 fielding percentage. Before you place your bets based on the teams’ recent performances, be sure to consult our odds assessment!
Absences and Injuries
Regarding inactive players, the Blue Jays will play without Julian Merryweather (Side), Hyun Jin Ryu (Forearm), Nathan Pearson (Mono), Tayler Saucedo (Hip), Yusei Kikuchi (Neck), and Andrew Vasquez (Ankle).
Betting on the Boston Red Sox
Record: (48W-45L) | American League East Standing: 4
The last time we saw them, the Red Sox lost to the New York Yankees on Sunday, by a 5-6 margin. Led by their top hitter, Xander Bogaerts, who has a batting average of .322, the Red Sox are currently averaging .256 at the plate so far this season. In terms of defense, the team holds an ERA of 4.04 and a .985 fielding percentage. Before you select your picks, be sure to explore our odds assessment further down!
Absences and Injuries
It’s confirmed that the Red Sox are without James Paxton (Elbow), Christopher Sale (Finger), Richard Hill (Knee), 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).
Toronto Blue Jays vs Boston Red Sox | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Toronto Blue Jays (-108) at FanDuel
The Toronto Blue Jays are expecting a tight showdown with their opponents as both teams enter into the game with the same chances in this matchup. The club comes into the matchup sporting a winning percentage of 41.18% for this month, accounting a total of seven wins. The winning percentage of the Boston Red Sox on the other hand, is less at 29.41% for this month, a record of five victories in total.
Over/Under Pick: Under 8.5 Total Runs (-106) at FanDuel
Before placing a bet, consider that the estimated O/U is under 8.5. That is to say that the combined number of total runs for both teams will be under 8.5.
Runline Pick: Toronto Blue Jays -1.5 Runs (+146) at FanDuel
The Toronto Blue Jays will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover a runline of -1.5.
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