Introduction to the Game
It’s Monday, June 9, and the Tampa Bay Rays (35-30) are set to face off against the Boston Red Sox (32-35) at Fenway Park. Shane Baz will take the mound for the Rays, while Brayan Bello will start for the Red Sox. The Red Sox are coming off two consecutive wins over the Yankees, which should give them a confidence boost as they host the Rays. On the other hand, the Rays are riding a wave of success, having won their series against the Miami Marlins and boasting a 5-1 record over their last six games and 14-4 over their previous 18.
Game Details and How to Watch
For those looking to catch the action live, here are the essential details:
- Date: Monday, June 9, 2025
- Time: 7:10 PM EST
- Site: Fenway Park
- City: Boston, MA
- Network/Streaming: FDSNSUN, NESN
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Odds for the Rays at the Red Sox
As of Monday, the odds are as follows:
- Moneyline: Rays (-107), Red Sox (-112)
- Spread: Red Sox 1.5
- Total: 9.0 runs
These odds give a glimpse into how closely contested this matchup is expected to be, with both teams having a good chance of winning.
Probable Starting Pitchers
The pitching matchup for June 9, 2025, features Shane Baz for the Rays against Brayan Bello for the Red Sox.
- Rays: Shane Baz (5-3, 4.96 ERA) – Last outing: 5.0 Innings Pitched, 3 Earned Runs Allowed, 5 Hits Allowed, 1 Walk, and 5 Strikeouts
- Red Sox: Brayan Bello (2-1, 3.91 ERA) – Last outing: 6.0 Innings Pitched, 3 Earned Runs Allowed, 6 Hits Allowed, 2 Walks, and 4 Strikeouts
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Expert Picks and Predictions
Our model calculates projections for every moneyline, spread, and over/under bet based on past performance, player matchups, ballpark information, and weather forecasts. Based on these projections, here are the best bets for Monday’s game:
- Moneyline: Recommending a play on the Tampa Bay Rays
- Spread: Leaning towards a play ATS on the Tampa Bay Rays at +1.5
- Total: Recommending a play on the over on the Game Total of 9.0
For more MLB best bets and predictions from our expert staff and tools, check out the Expert MLB Predictions page.
Top Betting Trends and Insights
Some key trends to note ahead of the game include:
- The Rays have won 4 of 5 games at divisional opponents
- The Over is 11-7-1 in the Red Sox’s divisional matchups this season
- It has been 5 games since the Rays last covered the Run Line
For more trends and stats around the spread, moneyline, and total for every game, use the MLB Top Trends tool on NBC Sports.
Conclusion
The matchup between the Rays and the Red Sox promises to be an exciting one, with both teams looking to build on their recent performances. With expert picks leaning towards the Rays on the moneyline and the over on the total, fans and bettors alike have a lot to look forward to. Whether you’re watching live at Fenway Park or following along on TV or online, this game is set to be a thrilling contest between two competitive teams in the MLB. Remember to always bet responsibly and enjoy the game.
