MLB Prediction: Boston Red Sox vs Oakland Athletics (Monday, September 8 at 10:05 PM ET)
Introduction
| Market / Trend | BOS | OAK |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -179 | +145 |
| Total (O/U) | 8.5 | |
| Run Line | -1.5 (-101) | +1.5 (-118) |
| Last 5 RPG | 5.0 | 6.4 |
| Record | 78–65 | 66–77 |
| Lines: BetMGM, BetOnline.ag, BetRivers, BetUS +6 more | ||
More MLB picks: Boston Red Sox · Oakland Athletics
Boston enters this matchup analysis with a 2-3 mark over its last five games, averaging 5.0 runs per outing, while Oakland has posted 6.4 runs per game in the same span. Both lineups are producing at a pace that pushes recent totals well above the market number, making this an MLB prediction that prioritizes offense. With the Red Sox holding a stronger overall record and the Athletics struggling to defend effectively, the edge leans firmly toward Boston and a game that clears the posted total.
Game Time
Game time: Monday, September 8 at 10:05 PM ET inside Oakland Coliseum, heavier air trims offense.
Odds & Spread Line
- Boston Red Sox: -179
- Oakland Athletics: +145
Total: 8.5
- Run Line — Boston Red Sox: -1.5 (-101)
- Run Line — Oakland Athletics: +1.5 (-118)
Latest Team Records
Boston Red Sox: 78-65 (Win %: 0.545)
Oakland Athletics: 66-77 (Win %: 0.462)
Injury Report
Both teams are currently healthy with no major injury concerns.
Key Player Stats
Boston Red Sox
- Trevor Story: 0.259 AVG, 23 HR, 88 RBI
- Wilyer Abreu: 0.253 AVG, 22 HR, 69 RBI
- Jarren Duran: 0.26 AVG, 14 HR, 77 RBI
Oakland Athletics
- Brent Rooker: 0.268 AVG, 27 HR, 82 RBI
- Tyler Soderstrom: 0.273 AVG, 23 HR, 85 RBI
- Shea Langeliers: 0.264 AVG, 29 HR, 67 RBI
Team Analysis
Boston Red Sox
The Red Sox sit at 78-65 and have played .500 baseball across their last 10, but their 2-3 stretch in the last five highlights inconsistency that must be corrected. Even in that span, their offense has averaged 5.0 runs per game, a mark that demonstrates steady scoring ability. Trevor Story’s production has been a stabilizing factor, and his ability to drive in runs remains critical to keeping the lineup efficient.
Boston’s road mark of 35-37 shows they have been competitive away from Fenway, and their balanced offense is capable of generating pressure against Oakland Athletics’ weaker pitching staff. Jarren Duran’s ability to contribute in multiple offensive categories adds depth, while Wilyer Abreu helps ensure the lineup does not rely on a single bat. With superior season-long efficiency and an ERA advantage over the Athletics, the Red Sox carry the sharper betting outlook despite recent mixed results.
- Batting Average: 0.254
- Total Runs Scored: 702
- Home Runs: 169
- OBP: 0.324
- SLG: 0.425
- OPS: 0.749
- ERA: 3.78
- WHIP: 1.3
Away Record: 35-37 • Home Record: 44-28
Last 5 Games: 2-3 (5.0 RPG)
Last 10 Games: 5-5 (4.4 RPG)
Oakland Athletics
Oakland Athletics’ 66-77 record reflects a season where offensive bursts have not translated into consistent wins. Over their last five games they are 2-3, though they’ve posted 6.4 runs per game, a sign that scoring is present even if results lag. Brent Rooker’s power has been a consistent asset, but defensive lapses and pitching inefficiency have kept the Athletics from capitalizing.
The Athletics’ 29-40 home record speaks to their struggles in front of their own crowd, even when Shea Langeliers and Tyler Soderstrom provide reliable run production. Despite back-to-back games with strong offensive outputs in recent contests, their 4-6 mark over the last 10 highlights the lack of sustained rhythm. Against a more disciplined Boston team, their offensive numbers are unlikely to offset their pitching disadvantage.
- Batting Average: 0.255
- Total Runs Scored: 665
- Home Runs: 197
- OBP: 0.321
- SLG: 0.436
- OPS: 0.757
- ERA: 4.79
- WHIP: 1.36
Away Record: 37-38 • Home Record: 29-40
Last 5 Games: 2-3 (6.4 RPG)
Last 10 Games: 4-6 (6.1 RPG)
Head-to-Head History
No recent matchups between these teams in 2025.
Over/Under Trends
Boston Red Sox’s last 10 games have averaged 10.0 total runs, with 6 games that would have cleared today’s total of 8.5.
Oakland Athletics’ last 10 games have averaged 10.6 combined runs, with 5 games clearing the same number of 8.5.
Moneyline Betting Prediction
Boston’s steadier pitching metrics and stronger overall record give them the decisive edge over an Oakland team that has failed to hold serve at home. With consistent production from Trevor Story, Jarren Duran, and Wilyer Abreu complementing a lineup that has outperformed the Athletics across the season, the Red Sox are the sharper side to back for this contest.
Data supports the Boston Red Sox as the right side.
Over/Under Prediction
Recent five-game scoring: the Oakland Athletics are at 6.4 RPG and the Boston Red Sox at 5.0 — a useful baseline against the total.
These teams are combining for 11.4 runs per game recently — above the posted total of 8.5. That points toward the Over 8.5.
Bookmakers
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