Athletics vs Red Sox starting pitchers
Athletics vs Red Sox statistics
| Stat |
Athletics |
Red Sox |
| Hits |
695 (27th) |
785 (9th) |
| Batting Average |
.225 (28th) |
.253 (8th) |
| Runs Batted In |
342 (Tied-26th) |
409 (12th) |
| Runs |
356 (28th) |
426 (12th) |
| Home Runs |
111 (Tied-5th) |
105 (Tied-9th) |
| Walks |
289 (11th) |
286 (Tied-12th) |
| Stolen Bases |
49 (Tied-21st) |
87 (6th) |
| Strikeouts |
902 (2nd) |
866 (4th) |
| Pitches |
13314 (16th) |
13553 (10th) |
Boston Red Sox recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 7/10/24 |
vs Oakland Athletics |
L |
5-2 |
| 7/9/24 |
vs Oakland Athletics |
W |
12-9 |
| 7/7/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
W |
3-0 |
| 7/6/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
L |
14-4 |
| 7/5/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
W |
5-3 F/10 |
Oakland Athletics recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 7/10/24 |
@ Boston Red Sox |
W |
5-2 |
| 7/9/24 |
@ Boston Red Sox |
L |
12-9 |
| 7/7/24 |
vs Baltimore Orioles |
L |
6-3 |
| 7/6/24 |
vs Baltimore Orioles |
W |
19-8 |
| 7/5/24 |
vs Baltimore Orioles |
L |
3-2 |
Athletics vs Red Sox predictions
When we look at the Oakland Athletics gearing up to face the Boston Red Sox, certain players really stand out with the potential to shake things up. Miguel Andújar is one player who's showing promising signs at the plate, with a decent chance to bag a few hits and possibly drive in some crucial runs. Brett Rooker, known for his power stroke, will definitely be one to watch as well; his knack for homering could be pivotal in this match-up. Pitching wise, Luis Medina needs to control the game and keep those walk totals down, which has been a bit of a struggle for him this season.
Switching gears to the Boston Red Sox, Rafael Devers appears poised to further bolster his impressive season stats, given his consistent performance at the plate. His ability to hit for both average and power makes him a continual threat. On the mound, Tanner Houck, with an impressive ERA and WHIP, really seems like the pitcher to watch. His ability to strike out batters while keeping walks to a minimum could severely limit Oakland's scoring opportunities.
Considering the strengths on the mound and the explosive potential at bat, the Boston Red Sox look well-positioned to clinch this game. Their superior season stats, especially in batting and overall pitching quality as represented by Houck's solidity, tilt the odds in their favor. Meanwhile, the Athletics might find it challenging to capitalize against Boston's sturdier lineup and tactical pitching. So, if you're looking to follow the excitement, this game may very well highlight the prowess of Boston's seasoned players stepping up in a crucial series tiebreaker.
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Athletics vs Red Sox game info
| Venue |
Fenway Park |
| Location |
Boston, Massachusetts |
| First pitch |
Thu 7:10 PM |
| TV |
NESN |
| Temperature |
85° |
| Chance of Rain |
16% |
