The Los Angeles Angels (26-32) are set to face the Boston Red Sox (29-32) in the first game of a three-game series at Fenway Park on Monday, with the first pitch scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET. This matchup marks their first encounter of the season after the Red Sox emerged victorious in last year’s meeting, winning 4-2.
The Angels are struggling, having lost seven of their last eight games, including a 4-2 defeat against the Cleveland Guardians. On the road, Los Angeles holds a record of 16-17 this season but has performed well away from home lately, winning 8 of their last 10 games.
The Red Sox, meanwhile, are trying to find their footing after a mixed performance. They have split their last four games, most recently defeating the Atlanta Braves 3-1 but have recorded only two wins in their last eight contests. Their offense has been underwhelming, failing to score five or more runs in eight consecutive games.
In terms of pitching matchups, Tyler Anderson will start for the Angels, bringing a record of 2-2 with a 4.78 ERA into the game. His recent performances show potential, with a solid outing in his last start against the New York Yankees despite the loss. On the other side, Richard Fitts, a rookie for the Red Sox, is looking for his first win of the season, holding a 2.70 ERA although his team has yet to win in any of his starts.
BetMGM Sportsbook’s odds reflect the tight competition. The Angels come in as slight underdogs at +125, while the Red Sox sit at -150. For betting insights, the recommendation leans towards the Angels (+125) given their recent ability to score runs on the road and the Red Sox’s struggles offensively. Meanwhile, the under 9.5 runs bet is also suggested, as both teams have consistently hit the under in multiple recent games.
With both teams facing challenges, fans can expect an intriguing matchup as they both aim to turn their seasons around.