The Boston Red Sox head to Citi Field to take on the New York Mets in an MLB regular season game. The Red Sox have a 43-48 record and are ranked third in the AL East. They are coming off a six-game winning streak and have an 8-2 record over the last ten games.
On the other side, the Mets hold a 40-54 record and sit fifth in the NL East. They have won their last two games and have a 5-5 record in their last ten games. The game is set for Friday, July 10, 2026, at 7:15 PM. The weather forecast predicts a very hot day with overcast clouds and a light breeze.
Boston Red Sox Team Preview
The Boston Red Sox have been performing well in recent games. They won against the Chicago White Sox on July 9th, 2026, with a score of 2-1. Caleb Durbin contributed with a home run and two RBIs.
In the previous game on July 8th, 2026, the Red Sox beat the White Sox 5-0. Jake Bennett pitched seven scoreless innings. Tsung-Che Cheng and Caleb Durbin both had multiple hits in the game.
On July 7th, 2026, the Red Sox secured an 8-1 win over the White Sox. Payton Tolle pitched six innings without allowing an earned run. The team hit two home runs, including one by Andruw Monasterio.
New York Mets Team Preview
The New York Mets are on a good run. They recently had wins over the Kansas City Royals and Atlanta Braves. Their last five games include four victories, showcasing strong performances at home and away.
Carson Benge and Juan Soto are key players in the lineup. Benge has a batting average of .269 with 11 home runs. Soto leads the team with 21 home runs and a .297 average, making him a vital part of their offense.
Nolan McLean is the probable starting pitcher for the Mets. He holds a 6-5 record with a 3.73 ERA. McLean aims to deliver a strong performance against the Boston Red Sox in the upcoming game.
Betting Prediction
The Mets are favored at -128 to win the game. They have a better batting average ranking, at 10th, compared to the Red Sox’s 17th. The Mets also have a stronger pitching staff with a 3.67 ERA, ranked 7th, while the Red Sox have a 4.32 ERA, ranked 17th.
The Mets’ pitching has limited opponents to a .238 batting average, which ranks 8th in the league. This can help them control the Red Sox’s offense. The Red Sox have given up more home runs, with 103 allowed, compared to the Mets’ 95.
The Mets’ runline at -1.5 is valued at +160, indicating strong confidence in their ability to win by multiple runs. The Red Sox have struggled with blown saves, which could be a factor if the game is close late. With better pitching and hitting stats, the Mets have an edge in this game.
- Pick: Mets -128
