The Tampa Bay Rays (69-55) take on the Boston Red Sox (60-65) Friday in the 1st game of a 3-game set at Fenway Park. First pitch is set for 7:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Rays vs. Red Sox odds with MLB picks and predictions.
Season series: Rays lead 8-2
Tampa is as hot as it has been all season, winners of 6 in a row, 8 of 10 and 14 of 20. The Rays sit firmly in the first wild card spot in the American League. Friday might be a challenge as they’re throwing an opener in a bullpen game.
Boston fell victim to a 2nd defeat in extra innings in as many nights Thursday. The Red Sox have lost 4 in a row and 6 of 7 as their tailspin continues its downward spiral. Boston was swept in a 4-game series in Tampa in July.