On the evening of September 20, 2024, at Fenway Park, the Minnesota Twins are set to clash with the Boston Red Sox, starting at 7:10 PM, under a forecast of light rain. David Festa, with a current ERA of 5.073, is slated to start as pitcher for the Twins, while Richard Fitts, holding an impressive ERA of 0.000, will take the mound for the Red Sox.

In the 2024 AL Central Division standings, the Twins are positioned 7th with an 80-73 record, marking a .52 win percentage. They are 4th in divisional games with a 29-23 record. Despite being on a two-game losing streak, they’ve won 4 of their last 10 matches. The Twins have played better at home, registering a 42-33 record, compared to 38-40 on the road. Their performance in day games stands at 38 wins versus 42 in night games. They’ve scored 713 runs, conceding 679.

The Red Sox, on the other hand, are 9th in the AL East Division, with a 76-77 record and a .50 winning percentage. They’ve won 22 division games against 24 losses, placing them 3rd in their division. Like the Twins, the Red Sox have captured 4 of their recent 10 games and are on a one-game losing streak. Their home record is weaker at 35-40, although they perform slightly better away with a 41-37 tally. The team has managed to score 715 runs while giving up 717.

For those interested in sports betting, the game presents intriguing options. The point spread stands at 1.5, with an over/under set at 9.0. For the money line bets, the Twins are marked at -111, indicating a slight favoritism, while the Red Sox are closely behind with a -108. This setting indicates a closely matched contest, promising an exciting game ahead.