On May 8, 2024, an exciting evening game is set to take place at Truist Park where the Boston Red Sox will battle the Atlanta Braves, starting at 7:20 PM under partly cloudy skies. Leading the pitching lineup for Boston is Nick Pivetta, who has been impressive with an ERA of 0.818 this season. On the Atlanta side, Chris Sale will take the mound, carrying an ERA of 3.436.

In the 2024 AL East Division, the Red Sox are currently placed 7th with a record of 16 wins and 13 losses, holding a 0.55 winning percentage. Their inter-division performance shows 0 wins against 3 losses, positioning them 3rd in the division. They’ve shown good form recently with 6 victories in their last 10 games and are riding a winning streak of two games. The Red Sox have recorded 5 wins and 8 losses at home, while their road games stand better at 11 wins and 5 losses. Their performance in day games reflects 9 wins compared to 7 during the nighttime, with a total score of 139 runs for and 106 runs against.

Turning to the NL East Division, the Braves hold the top spot with a solid record of 19 wins and 8 losses, translating to a 0.70 winning percentage. Their division record is strong at 8 wins and 4 losses, securing them the 1st place. The Braves have also been solid in their recent outings with 7 wins in their last 10 games, although they are coming off a recent loss. At home, they have an impressive 11-4 record contrasted with an 8-4 record on the road. They’ve managed 7 wins in day games against 12 in night games, scoring 150 runs while allowing 104.

Looking at the betting odds for this clash, the Braves are favored with a point spread of -1.5 and a money line of -198, indicating stronger confidence in their victory. Conversely, the underdog Red Sox have a money line at +165. The over/under for the game is set at 9.0, suggesting expectations for a total of 9 runs scored by both teams combined. Gamblers and fans alike are keenly watching this match, with odds reflecting a potential edge for the Braves.