The Boston Red Sox face the Houston Astros in a crucial matchup on Friday night in Boston. The game is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. EDT and marks the fourth meeting between the two teams this season.
Team Performance Overview
Both teams are struggling in their respective divisions. The Red Sox hold a 12-19 record overall and rank fifth in the AL East. At home, they have a disappointing 5-8 record and are currently on a three-game losing streak.
The Astros, with a record of 12-20, sit fourth in the AL West. Their road performance has been even worse, compiling a 4-12 record this season.
Pitching Matchup
The probable pitcher for the Red Sox is Jake Bennett, who is making his season debut. The Astros will start Mike Burrows, who has a 1-3 record with a 6.25 ERA and 33 strikeouts this season.
Key Statistics
- Red Sox:
- Record: 12-19
- Home Record: 5-8
- Last 10 Games: 4-6
- Batting Average: .238
- ERA: 4.34
- Astros:
- Record: 12-20
- Road Record: 4-12
- Last 10 Games: 4-6
- Batting Average: .281
- ERA: 5.83
Notable Players
- Red Sox:
- Wilyer Abreu: 6 doubles, 4 home runs
- Marcelo Mayer: 10 for 27 with 3 doubles in last 10 games
- Astros:
- Yordan Alvarez: 9 doubles, 12 home runs
- Christian Walker: 14 for 40 with 3 home runs and 8 RBIs in last 10 games
Injury Report
- Red Sox Injuries:
- Garrett Crochet: 15-Day IL (shoulder)
- Justin Slaten: 15-Day IL (oblique)
- Triston Casas: 60-Day IL (knee)
- Others on IL include Kutter Crawford and Tanner Houck.
- Astros Injuries:
- Zach Dezenzo: 10-Day IL (elbow)
- Jeremy Pena: 10-Day IL (knee)
- Others on IL include Cristian Javier and Hunter Brown.
Game Forecast
The Red Sox are 10-1 in games when they out-hit their opponents. They will be looking to snap their current losing streak while the Astros aim to capitalize on a struggling Red Sox team. The betting line favors the Red Sox at -114.
