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Orioles vs Red Sox

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Baltimore Orioles

Orioles (15-32) VS Red Sox (25-25)

May 22, 2025 | 6:45 PM ET | Fenway Park, Boston

Boston Red Sox
Moneyline Pick - Boston Red Sox (-125): B

Boston heads home carrying some momentum after a good run in their last five games, while Baltimore arrives at Fenway trying to shake off a slump with only two wins in their last ten games. The Red Sox get the benefit of a rested starter, which is a welcome sight compared to the Orioles’ recent struggles in the rotation. Even without one of their regular infielders, Boston’s lineup has been among the best in the American League lately, driving strong offensive numbers throughout May.

Baltimore’s bullpen depth has been tested, especially with the absence of a key late-inning arm, and the relief staff’s road struggles have only added to the pressure. Boston’s lineup, meanwhile, continues to put together quality at-bats and take advantage of pitching staffs that give up home runs at a higher rate. With a manageable price on the home side, Boston looks like a good bet here, earning a B grade for offering both probability and value—solid, if not a can’t-miss play.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 22/05/2025 09:45

Over/Under Pick - Over 8.5 (-110): B

Boston enters this game looking to level their record to 26-26, while Baltimore is trying to break a slump that’s seen their pitching staff allow plenty of runs. The Orioles are still adjusting their rotation and bullpen due to key absences, which has put more pressure on the arms available. On the other side, Boston sends out a starter who’s been shaky this season, and support from the bullpen remains uncertain due to recent heavy workloads.

With both teams able to field their usual bats and neither bullpen at full strength after a couple of tense nights, this matchup shapes up as a high-scoring affair. The ballpark conditions should help the offenses too, so nine combined runs feels like a safe starting point for expectations. It’s one of those spots where you’d expect a fair bit of action on the scoreboard, given the way things have trended for both sides lately.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 22/05/2025 09:45

Spread Pick - Boston Red Sox, -1.5 (-162): B-

Boston looks to snap a brief losing streak at home against a Baltimore squad that’s been struggling to find its footing, dropping eight of their last ten games. The Orioles enter this one missing a couple of key bullpen arms, and their starter has faced some tough outings recently, while Boston counters with a pitcher who’s been less than great this season. Even with a few lineup changes, the Red Sox have enough speed and power to keep the pressure on Baltimore’s staff.

The Orioles have had trouble generating offense lately, and that trend puts extra weight on their less-experienced bats to perform in a tough environment. Boston, sitting right around .500 and potentially fighting for a spot in the Wild Card race, knows it can’t afford to let games like this slip away, especially with the run-line odds factored in. All things considered, the edge remains with Boston, who should have the tools to get the job done here.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 22/05/2025 09:45

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