Welcome to our comprehensive MLB betting guide for the highly anticipated matchup between the Boston Red Sox and the Kansas City Royals on August 7, 2023. This article aims to equip you with all the essential information you need to make informed wagers on this game at FanDuel Sportsbook. From the latest odds and moneyline to pitching matchups and player statistics, we’ve got you covered for an exciting and potentially rewarding betting experience.
Game Information
Date: Monday, August 7, 2023
Time: 7:10 PM ET
Venue: Fenway Park — Boston, Massachusetts
Coverage: NESN
Red Sox vs Royals Odds & Moneyline
Let’s dive into the odds and moneyline for this thrilling matchup:
- Moneyline: Boston Red Sox (-225) | Kansas City Royals (+188)
- Spread: Boston Red Sox -1.5 (-104) | Kansas City Royals +1.5 (-115)
- Total: 10.5
- Over: (-100)
- Under: (-122)
Probable Starting Pitchers
Here are the probable starting pitchers for this game:
- Brayan Bello (Red Sox): 8-6, 3.79 ERA
- Cole Ragans (Royals): 3-3, 4.33 ERA
Pitching Matchup Insights
When Brayan Bello starts for the Red Sox, his team has performed admirably, boasting an 11-7-0 record against the spread this season. Moreover, when Bello starts as a favorite on the moneyline, the Red Sox have a solid 5-4 record. On the other side, Cole Ragans has started two games with set spreads, and the Royals have gone 1-1-0. Notably, the Royals were named the moneyline underdog in two of Ragans’ starts, and they managed to split the games.
Prediction & Pick
According to numberFire’s win probability predictions, the Red Sox are favored to win this game with a probability of 67.2%.
Betting Trends
Before finalizing your wagers, let’s take a look at some key betting trends for both teams:
Boston Red Sox:
- Favorites in 48 games this year, winning 24 times (50%).
- Won three out of five games when listed as at least -225 on the moneyline.
- Games with the Red Sox have gone over the total set by sportsbooks in 55 of 109 chances this season.
- Against the spread mark of 55-54-0 in 109 games with a line this season.
Kansas City Royals:
- Underdogs on the moneyline in 67 games this season, winning 31.6% of those games.
- As a moneyline underdog with odds of +188 or longer, the Royals have a 6-14 record (winning only 30% of its games).
- Combined with opponents to hit the over on the total 53 times this season for a 53-57-2 record against the over/under.
- Record against the spread: 47-65-0 this season.
Red Sox Player Leaders
For the Boston Red Sox, keep an eye on these standout players:
- Justin Turner: Batting .287 with 25 doubles, 17 home runs, and 39 walks. He ranks 14th in batting average, 31st in on-base percentage, and 33rd in slugging among qualified batters in MLB.
- Rafael Devers: Leads Boston batters with 106 hits and a batting average of .264. He’s slugging .519 with an on-base percentage of .335.
- Masataka Yoshida: Leads the Red Sox with an OPS of .847 and a slash line of .306/.365/.482 this season.
- Alex Verdugo: Has eight home runs, 41 RBI, and a batting average of .275 this season.
Royals Player Leaders
For the Kansas City Royals, pay attention to these notable players:
- Bobby Witt Jr.: Boasts an on-base percentage of .308, a slugging percentage of .477, and has 120 hits, leading all Royals hitters (while batting .268).
- Salvador Perez: Batting .246 with 18 doubles, 17 home runs, and 15 walks. He’s slugging .425 with an on-base percentage of .292.
- Maikel Garcia: Batting .279 with 15 doubles, two triples, four home runs, and 22 walks.
- MJ Melendez: Batting .214 with 21 doubles, three triples, nine home runs, and 41 walks.
Conclusion
With all the critical information at your fingertips, you are now well-prepared to place your bets on the Red Sox vs. Royals game on August 7, 2023. Remember to stay informed and bet responsibly for an exhilarating and potentially rewarding betting experience!
FAQ
Q: Can I bet on this game online? A: Yes, you can place your bets online at FanDuel Sportsbook.
Q: What is the moneyline for the Royals-Red Sox game? A: Kansas City is the underdog at +188, and Boston is -225 playing at home.
Q: What is the over/under for this game? A: The over/under has been set at 10.5, with the over being -100 and the under -122.
Q: Who are the probable starting pitchers for this game? A: Brayan Bello will start for the Red Sox, and Cole Ragans will start for the Royals.
Q: What are the key betting trends for both teams? A: The Red Sox have been favorites in 48 games this year, winning 24 times (50%). The Royals have been underdogs on the moneyline in 67 games this season, winning 31.6% of those games.
Q: What is numberFire’s win probability prediction for this game? A: According to numberFire, the Red Sox are favored to win this game with a probability of 67.2%.
