The Cincinnati Reds (44-41) are set to face off against the Boston Red Sox (42-44) on Tuesday for the second game of a three-match series at Fenway Park, with the first pitch scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET. This matchup follows a significant opening game where the Red Sox triumphed over the Reds with a score of 13-6, largely thanks to Wilyer Abreu’s impressive performance, contributing 5 RBIs in the first inning.
While the Red Sox have shown resilience by winning 2 of their last 3 games, they still find themselves struggling with a record of 2-7 in their last 9 games. Meanwhile, the Reds are alternating between victories and defeats in their past 6 outings, recently managing to win 2 of 3 against the San Diego Padres.
For this game, the projected starting pitchers are RHP Brady Singer for the Reds and RHP Richard Fitts for the Red Sox. Singer comes into this matchup with a 7-6 record and a 4.31 ERA, having struck out 9 batters in his latest start against the Yankees, despite suffering a loss. His career stats against the Red Sox show a 2-2 record and 4.71 ERA.
On the other hand, Fitts has struggled this season, holding an 0-3 record with a 4.68 ERA in his previous 6 starts. Notably, Boston has yet to secure a victory during one of his starts this season, raising questions about their performance.
As for the betting odds, both teams are listed at -110 on the moneyline, indicating an evenly matched contest. For those interested in game predictions, it’s suggested that the Reds could edge out the Red Sox, with a projected score of 5-4, based on recent performance trends. The suggestion is to bet on the Reds at -110 and consider the Under on the 10-run total given both teams’ offensive struggles in recent games.
The Reds have showed resilience with a record of 21-19 after losses, emphasizing their potential to bounce back in this matchup. It will be interesting to see if they can leverage their strengths and take the game, adding a competitive edge to this riveting series.