Rays vs Red Sox Prediction and MLB Tips - 17 April 2025
Apr 16, 2025, 1:29AM
The Tampa Bay Rays will take on the Boston Red Sox in MLB action at George M. Steinbrenner Field on Thursday, beginning at 9:05am AEST.
Zack Littell (0-3, 6.88 ERA) will start for the Rays, while the Red Sox are going with Sean Newcomb (0-2, 4.97 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Rays vs Red Sox game, along with the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Thursday's Tampa Bay vs Boston MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Rays a 54% chance of winning against the Red Sox at George M. Steinbrenner Field.
Rays vs Red Sox: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's MLB game at George M. Steinbrenner Field are listed below:
- Head to Head: Rays $1.71, Red Sox $2.20
- Line: Rays -1.5 ($2.40), Red Sox +1.5 ($1.61)
- Total (Over/Under 9.5 Runs): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Rays at $1.71 and the Red Sox at $2.20.
The Rays are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Red Sox, with odds of $2.40 available at TAB.
For the underdog Red Sox (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.61.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 9.5 with TAB, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Red Sox (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 63% of the time, while the 9.5-run over/under is expected to stay under 59% of the time.
Rays vs Red Sox: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Boston at $2.20 with TAB
- Line: Red Sox +1.5 at $1.61 with TAB
- Total Runs: Under 9.5 at $1.91 with TAB
These Rays vs Red Sox best bets are based on detailed modelling and betting expertise to help you place more informed bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Rays have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Red Sox to win is our recommended option due to the 2.4% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term success as a sports bettor.
Rays vs Red Sox: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Tampa Bay vs Boston game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and live updatestips.
Our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for the latest betting analysis before the Tampa Bay vs Boston match-up.
As always, see our Best Bets to get the best tips for every MLB game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Rays vs Red Sox: Essential Details
The match-up between the Rays and Red Sox at George M. Steinbrenner Field is scheduled to begin at 9:05am AEST on Thursday.
- Teams: Tampa Bay Rays vs Boston Red Sox
- Date: Thursday 17 April 2025
- Time: 9:05am AEST
- Venue: George M. Steinbrenner Field
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Tampa Bay vs Boston predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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