Tigers vs Red Sox starting pitchers
- Nick Pivetta for Boston Red Sox
- Jack Flaherty for Detroit Tigers
Tigers vs Red Sox statistics
| Stat |
Tigers |
Red Sox |
| Hits |
421 (20th) |
459 (Tied-9th) |
| Batting Average |
.236 (18th) |
.244 (12th) |
| Runs Batted In |
215 (Tied-18th) |
235 (Tied-9th) |
| Runs |
225 (19th) |
243 (Tied-12th) |
| Home Runs |
46 (Tied-25th) |
58 (Tied-12th) |
| Walks |
163 (Tied-21st) |
171 (Tied-15th) |
| Stolen Bases |
22 (29th) |
45 (10th) |
| Strikeouts |
462 (14th) |
533 (3rd) |
| Pitches |
7797 (23rd) |
8087 (12th) |
Boston Red Sox recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 5/29/24 |
@ Baltimore Orioles |
L |
6-1 |
| 5/28/24 |
@ Baltimore Orioles |
W |
8-3 |
| 5/27/24 |
@ Baltimore Orioles |
L |
11-3 |
| 5/26/24 |
vs Milwaukee Brewers |
W |
2-1 |
| 5/25/24 |
vs Milwaukee Brewers |
L |
6-3 |
Detroit Tigers recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 5/29/24 |
vs Pittsburgh Pirates |
L |
10-2 |
| 5/29/24 |
vs Pittsburgh Pirates |
W |
8-0 |
| 5/26/24 |
vs Toronto Blue Jays |
W |
14-11 |
| 5/25/24 |
vs Toronto Blue Jays |
W |
2-1 |
| 5/24/24 |
vs Toronto Blue Jays |
W |
6-2 |
Tigers vs Red Sox predictions
Heading into the showdown at Fenway Park, a few Detroit Tigers are worth keeping an eye on. Javier Baez, typically a high-impact player, looks set to add some crucial hits and potentially an RBI or two, given his aggressive style and knack for finding the gaps. On the mound, Jack Flaherty stands out. Despite a rocky win-loss record this season, his high strikeout rates suggest he could be a massive stumbling block for Red Sox hitters, racking up the K’s and keeping his ERA under control against a potent line-up.
On the flip side, the Boston Red Sox have their own set of aces to play. Rafael Devers continues to be a critical piece in their strategy, wielding a bat that's not only consistent but also clutch. With his ability to knock in runs coupled with high on-base potential, he’s likely to be a headache for Tigers’ pitchers. Another Red Sox player to watch is Nick Pivetta, the probable starting pitcher. With a solid WHIP and a knack for coolly dealing under pressure, expect him to churn out innings and possibly bag a win if he keeps those home runs allowed in check.
Given these dynamics, predicting a winner isn’t straightforward, but Boston might just have the edge. Playing at Fenway Park, with its quirky dimensions and fervent home crowd, often plays into the hands of the Red Sox. The combination of Devers’ bat and Pivetta's arm might tilt the scale their way, especially if Flaherty struggles to contain the Red Sox bats. Expect it to be a close contest, but Boston could pull through with their strong lineup and tactical play. What do you think, can the Tigers upset the odds, or is it a safe bet to lean towards a Red Sox victory?
Boston Red Sox injuries
- Roberto Perez (C): Day-To-Day
- David Sandlin (SP): Day-To-Day
- Isaiah Campbell (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Brandon Walter (RP): Day-To-Day
- Zach Bryant (RP): Day-To-Day
Detroit Tigers injuries
- Eddys Leonard (SS): Day-To-Day
- Ryan Kreidler (SS): Day-To-Day
- Luis Santana (3B): Day-To-Day
- Shelby Miller (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Brendan White (RP): Day-To-Day
Tigers vs Red Sox game info
| Venue |
Fenway Park |
| Location |
Boston, Massachusetts |
| First pitch |
Thu 7:10 PM |
| TV |
NESN |
| Temperature |
69° |
| Chance of Rain |
3% |
