The Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Angels are set to conclude their three-game series on Wednesday afternoon at Fenway Park. The Red Sox will see the return of Marcelo Mayer to their starting lineup after he missed the first two games of the series. The 22-year-old third baseman will be supported by an infield that includes David Hamilton, rookie Kristian Campbell, and Abraham Toro, who will switch back to first base after playing at third in earlier games.
On the mound for the Red Sox is veteran right-hander Lucas Giolito, who is aiming for his second win of the season. Giolito has recently shown promising performance, allowing only one run or fewer in three of his last four outings. He will face off against José Soriano of the Angels, who dazzled in his last start with six scoreless innings against the Cleveland Guardians.
For those interested in following the action, NESN will provide full coverage of this afternoon’s game starting at 12:30 p.m. ET.
The starting lineups for both teams are as follows:
**RED SOX (29-34)**
– Jarren Duran, LF
– Rafael Devers, DH
– Wilyer Abreu, RF
– Carlos Narvaez, C
– Marcelo Mayer, 3B
– Abraham Toro, 1B
– Ceddanne Rafael, CF
– David Hamilton, SS
– Kristian Campbell, 2B
– Lucas Giolito, RHP (1-1, 4.78 ERA)
**ANGELS (28-32)**
– Zach Neto, SS
– Nolan Schanuel, 1B
– Mike Trout, DH
– Taylor Ward, LF
– Jorge Soler, RF
– Logan O’Hoppe, C
– Jo Adell, CF
– Chris Taylor, 2B
– Kevin Newman, 3B
– José Soriano, RHP (4-5, 3.41 ERA)
This matchup not only promises exciting baseball but also showcases young talent on both sides, with the likes of Mayer and Campbell making noteworthy contributions. Fans can look forward to a competitive game as the Red Sox hope to improve their standing in the league.