The upcoming MLB clash at Fenway Park on September 28, 2024, at 4:10 PM features a promising matchup as the Tampa Bay Rays go head-to-head with the Boston Red Sox under overcast skies. Shane Baz, with an impressive ERA of 3.208, is scheduled to start for the Rays, while Kutter Crawford, holding an ERA of 4.194, will take the mound for the Red Sox.

Currently, the Rays are in 10th place in the AL East with a win-loss record of 79-81 and a divisional record of 25-25, positioning them 4th in their division. They’ve shown resilience, winning 6 of their last 10 games and carry a momentum of one consecutive win. The Tampa Bay squad has displayed better performance at home with a 42-39 record compared to their 37-42 on the road. They’ve scored 596 runs but have a higher allowed run count at 658.

Facing them, the Boston Red Sox stand 9th in the AL East, achieving a balanced 80-80 record and are placed 3rd within the division. The Red Sox have managed to secure 5 victories in their recent 10 outings and are currently on a two-game losing streak. They have a slightly weaker home record of 37-42 versus a stronger 43-38 record on the road. Overall, they have tallied 746 runs while giving up 739.

Turning to the betting odds, the Rays are slightly favored in this matchup. The point spread is set at -1.5, favoring the Rays, with an over/under total of 8.0 runs for the game. When it comes to MoneyLine bets, the Rays are at +104 indicating a closely contested game, whereas the Red Sox are slightly preferred with a -122 MoneyLine. These odds suggest a competitive game with slight favoritism towards the home team, potentially making it a thrilling contest to watch or bet on.