Rangers vs. Red Sox: Game 1 Predictions, Odds, and Picks - August 2, MLB 2024
The Texas Rangers will open an important series against the Boston Red Sox at Globe Life Field on August 2. The defending World Series champions seem to be struggling off late after dropping several games. They failed to win their series against the Blue Jays and the Cardinals.
In the last three games, the Ranger squad surrendered 21 runs while scoring only eight in return. The last game (July 31) was a pitching disaster as the Cardinals scored 10 runs. Jose Urena will be sent to the mound to pick up a win against the Red Sox. Urena has a 3.07 ERA with a 3-5 record.
The Red Sox (57-50) are stuck in the middle of the AL East as they continue to trail the Yankees and Orioles by 6.5 games. While they seem to be fighting for a Wild Card berth, the competition is not going to be any easier.
The Red Sox defeated the Mariners in their last series with a narrow 3-2 win in their last game. Taking the mound against their opponent will be starting pitcher Kutter Crawford. With a 3.60 REA and a 6-8 record, Crawford will need the right support from the plate.
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Where to watch Rangers vs. Red Sox?
Game 1 will be telecast on NESN and Bally Sports Southwest. The online stream will be available on MLB TV and Fubo TV. The first pitch will go out at 8:05 PM EDT.
Rangers vs. Red Sox Prediction
Kutter Crawford has a higher ERA than Urena. However, Crawford has pitched more games. The Red Sox are determined to win but their opponent is desperately looking for a way to rebound. The competition in the AL West division is equally tough for Texas as they are stuck in the middle, just like the Red Sox.
Yet, they are just 4.5 games behind the Houston Astros at the top. Corey Seager and his team must focus on making it past the Mariners and winning crucial games against competitors like the Red Sox. The Ranger squad is still five games behind the .500 mark.
Prediction: Texas Rangers