New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox 7/28/24 – As the MLB season heats up, the storied rivalry between the New York Yankees (60-44) and the Boston Red Sox (54-47) will be showcased under the lights at Fenway Park this Sunday. These two teams, often at the forefront of the AL East battle, present a crucial matchup for baseball fans and bettors alike. This game not only carries the weight of historic rivalry but also significant implications for postseason positioning. For those looking for free MLB daily predictions, this matchup offers a lot of intriguing elements to consider.
New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox 7/28/24
| When: | Sunday, July 28, 2024, at 7:10 PM ET |
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| Where: | Fenway Park |
| TV: | ESPN |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox 7/28/24
| Team | RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Yankees | TBD | TBD | TBD |  |
| Red Sox | TBD | TBD | TBD | |
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— New York Yankees (@Yankees) July 27, 2024
With the betting odds yet to be determined, this game presents a tantalizing prospect for bettors. Given the current forms and historic rivalry, the odds are expected to be tightly contested. Early indications suggest a closely matched game, with potential slight favoritism towards the Yankees due to their better win-loss record.
Carlos Rodon (10-7, 4.42 ERA) vs. Tanner Houck (8-6, 2.71 ERA)
Yankees’ Carlos Rodon has had one of the most fluctuating rides of all pitchers with an ERA of 4.42 in 114 innings. While hitting 122 batters, Rodon seems to have been a Tin-man vulnerable to the long ball with 21 home runs this season. He might be their weak link because he himself is inconsistent, and this is at Fenway, a park known to boost scores for hitters. It shall be essential for Rodon to cope with his pitch count just as he looks forward to getting past the early-season Red Sox lineup.
On the other side Tanner Houck of the Red Sox has still been better with a 2.71 ERA with still less home runs given (6) in 123 of innings pitched. His better control, and knack for hitting the ball without homering may be an asset against the high-powered Yankees lineup. In this match, Houck will be under pressure since it is a very important game; however, this season has shown that he has what it takes to deal with this pressure.
Analyzing the Yankees’ Offensive Might
The Yankees’ lineup that had a slugging of .427 and 149 home runs is a clear sign of their ability to produce and score goals in a match. Their managing strategy frequently entails going for the home run, which could work to the benefit of a control pitcher such as Houck. However, this weakness creates a dependence on lots of home runs and poor at-bats, or striking out, or performing poorly if pitchers just throw low pitches out of the strike zone.
Delving into Red Sox’s Balanced Attack
Boston has been doing more of getting on base and being balanced at the plate coupled with a better team batting average of .257 and on base percentage of .324. While the Yankees have hit more home runs than the Red Sox, in some ways the fact that the Red Sox might not hit as many home runs could work to their advantage because they could make more smart hits and keep innings going and put the pressure on the Yankees.
Trends
New York Yankees Betting Trends
Yankees are 1-4 in their last 5 games.
New York Yankees are 1-4 in their last 5 games against the spread
Yankees are 28-26 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 4 of Yankees’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 27 of Yankees’ 50 last games at home
Boston Red Sox Betting Trends
Red Sox are 1-4 in their last 5 games.
Boston Red Sox are 2-3 in their last 5 games against the spread
Red Sox are 28-24 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 4 of Red Sox’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 20 of Red Sox’ 49 last games at home
New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox Betting Picks
This game presents a complex puzzle for bettors, with both teams showing comparable strengths and weaknesses. The pitching matchup slightly favors the Red Sox due to Houck’s superior ERA and control, which could be decisive in a game expected to feature plenty of runs.
Given both teams’ recent trend with the totals going OVER and the offensive capabilities on display, betting on a high total might be the safer play. For those looking at top online betting websites, consider exploring prop bets related to individual performances, particularly strikeouts and home runs, which are likely to be significant in this contest.
Score Prediction: Red Sox 6, Yankees 5 .
Hilbert Mayer
Sports Writer
Hilbert Mayer is a professional sports writer, betting analyst, and content strategist with over 15 years of experience in the sports industry. Before focusing on sports betting analysis and handicapping, Hilbert worked as a sports writer for various news outlets, covering everything from game recaps to in-depth matchup features. Today, he specializes in MLB, NFL, March Madness, and UFC betting, combining his journalistic background with deep statistical expertise and real-world betting insights. His proven track record, sharp reads, and ability to break down complex matchups make him a trusted voice among both casual bettors and seasoned sharps.
Published on: July 27, 2024
Last updated: May 20, 2025