The upcoming showdown between the Boston Red Sox and the Tampa Bay Rays is scheduled for May 22, 2024, starting at 6:50 PM at Tropicana Field under a clear sky forecast. Brayan Bello will take the pitcher’s mound for the Red Sox, entering the game with an impressive ERA of 3.963. For the Rays, Ryan Pepiot will counter, boasting an ERA of 3.682.

In the 2024 AL East Division standings, the Red Sox currently hold 7th place with a record of 25-24, translating to a .510 winning percentage. They have struggled within their division, recording 3 wins and 6 losses. Recently, they have shown form with 5 wins in their last 10 outings and are riding a three-game winning streak. On the road, they have managed 15 wins against 11 losses. Overall, they’ve scored a total of 217 runs and conceded 181.

The Rays, sitting 8th with an equal number of wins and losses at 25-25, hold a .500 winning percentage. Their divisional games have resulted in 9 wins and 10 losses, ranking them 4th. They have also split their last 10 games but are currently on a three-game losing streak. The Rays have balanced records both at home (14-14) and away (11-11). In terms of scoring, they have netted 200 runs while allowing 237 runs against them.

Looking at the betting odds for this matchup: The point spread is set at -1.5, the over/under for the game is pegged at 7.5. In money line terms, the odds are +106 for the Red Sox (away) and -126 for the Rays (home). Bettors might see value in the Red Sox’s recent winning form versus the Rays’ consistent performance both at home and on the road.