The Boston Red Sox (69-65) pay a visit to the Detroit Tigers (68-67) Friday to open a 3-game series. First pitch from Comerica Park is scheduled for 6:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Red Sox vs. Tigers odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.
Season series: Tied 2-2
Detroit was shut out 3-0 by the Los Angeles Angels Thursday as a -176 home favorite. The loss snapped a 6-game win streak for the Tigers. Detroit had 8 hits vs. L.A., but never was able to cross home plate.
Boston was handed a 2-0 loss by the Toronto Blue Jays Thursday as a -124 home favorite. Thursday’s loss ended a short 2-game winning streak for the Red Sox, who went 2-5 during their 7-game homestand Aug. 23-29.