Boston Red Sox vs. New York Yankees: Preview, Predictions and Picks for July 7, 2024

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Jul 7, 2024 6:15 AM
The highly anticipated matchup between the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees is set to take place on Sunday, July 7, 2024, at 7:00 PM at Yankee Stadium. The series is currently tied 1-1, and the Yankees will look to capitalize on their strong home record (25-18) against the Red Sox, who have been formidable on the road (28-17). Expect a thrilling contest between these bitter rivals in the Bronx.
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Red Sox vs Yankees statistics

Stat Red Sox Yankees
Hits 766 (Tied-8th) 757 (10th)
Batting Average .252 (9th) .249 (10th)
Runs Batted In 394 (13th) 445 (Tied-1st)
Runs 411 (12th) 464 (1st)
Home Runs 100 (11th) 131 (2nd)
Walks 280 (12th) 358 (1st)
Stolen Bases 87 (6th) 37 (Tied-28th)
Strikeouts 843 (3rd) 722 (19th)
Pitches 13237 (9th) 13751 (2nd)

New York Yankees recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
7/6/24 vs Boston Red Sox W 14-4
7/5/24 vs Boston Red Sox L 5-3 F/10
7/4/24 vs Cincinnati Reds L 8-4
7/3/24 vs Cincinnati Reds L 3-2
7/2/24 vs Cincinnati Reds L 5-4

Boston Red Sox recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
7/6/24 @ New York Yankees L 14-4
7/5/24 @ New York Yankees W 5-3 F/10
7/4/24 @ Miami Marlins W 6-5 F/12
7/3/24 @ Miami Marlins W 7-2
7/2/24 @ Miami Marlins W 8-3

Red Sox vs Yankees predictions

As the Boston Red Sox gear up to take on the New York Yankees, all eyes will be on some key players whose performances could sway the game. Rafael Devers, with his solid batting average of .287 and leading the team with 19 homers, is expected to be a major threat at the plate. On the mound, Kutter Crawford, who’s been maintaining a decent ERA of 3.47, will need to keep his cool against the Yankees' formidable lineup. Additionally, we might see some surprising contributions from Jarren Duran, known for his speed, which could turn game-changing plays into reality.

Switching over to the New York Yankees, Aaron Judge continues to be the linchpin of their offensive might, boasting a .312 batting average and an impressive tally of 32 home runs this season. His presence at the plate instills a sense of dread in pitchers across the league. On the pitching side, Luis Gil looks set to continue his strong season, sporting a 3.41 ERA and aiming to add another win to his current total of nine. His command over his pitches will be crucial in keeping the Red Sox's hitters at bay, especially in the clutch moments of the game.

With both teams showing strong lineups and some of the league's top performers, predicting a winner isn't straightforward. However, considering the depth and the current form of the Yankees, especially with their power and precision both on the mound and at the bat, they might just have the edge in this matchup. Yet, we know baseball is full of surprises, and the Red Sox have proven they can pull off upsets. This game could very well be anyone's to win, but the Yankees might just tip it off their strong offensive consistency.

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Red Sox vs Yankees game info

Venue Yankee Stadium
Location Bronx, New York
First pitch Sun 7:00 PM
TV ESPN
Temperature 90°
Chance of Rain 0%

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