Match Preview: Boston Red Sox vs Tampa Bay Rays – September 17, 2024

The Boston Red Sox are scheduled to square off against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field on September 17, 2024, with the first pitch at 6:50 PM under overcast skies.

Nick Pivetta will take the mound for the Red Sox, entering the game with a 4.245 ERA. His counterpart from the Rays, Shane Baz, holds a slightly better ERA at 3.282.

As of now, in the 2024 AL East Division standings, the Red Sox are positioned 9th with a balanced record of 75-75, reflecting a .500 winning percentage. They are 3rd in the division with a 21-22 record against division opponents. Recently, they’ve secured 5 wins in their last 10 games, though they are currently experiencing a one-game losing streak. The Red Sox have won fewer games at home (35-40) compared to their road games (40-35) and show a stronger performance in night games with 49 wins compared to 26 daytime victories. They have scored 710 runs and conceded 706.

Meanwhile, the Rays are 10th in the standings, holding a record of 73-77, which equates to a .490 winning percentage. They are 4th in the division with a 19-24 record against their division peers. Over their last 10 games, they have four wins and are currently on a two-game losing streak. The Rays have a nearly even record at home (37-38) and are slightly below .500 on the road (36-39). Their performance is notably better during night games, having won 44 compared to 29 in day games. The Rays have amassed 570 runs while allowing 634 runs against.