With the final stretch of the MLB season just over the corner, the Minnesota Twins (80-73) are expected to fully face off against the Boston Red Sox (76-77) in a crucial game that would probably affect the chances of each team making the playoffs. The highly anticipated game will take place on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at Fenway Park and will feature two teams from the American League who seem to have taken opposite paths lately. Such a mismatch will draw live fans, allowing the best premium picks and all baseball fans to access it.
Minnesota Twins vs. Boston Red Sox 9/21/24 Game Info and Odds |
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| When: | Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 4:10 PM ET |
| Where: | Fenway Park |
| Watch: | MLBN, BSN, ESPN, MLB.TV |
| Twins odds: | Moneyline -156 |
| Red Sox odds: | Moneyline +132 |
| Total Line: | O/U 8.5 |
Minnesota Twins (80-73) vs. Boston Red Sox (76-77)
The Minnesota Twins have experienced a mix of outcomes in their last five games, showing resilience despite setbacks. They faced Cleveland in three consecutive games, losing narrowly with scores of 2-3 and 4-5, but managed a win with a 4-1 score in the middle game, displaying their competitive spirit. Against the Cincinnati Reds, they showcased their offensive strength with a decisive 9-2 victory, underscoring their potential when their bats come alive.
| Minnesota Twins Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 19, 2024 | CLE | 2-3 | Lose |
| Sep 18, 2024 | CLE | 4-5 | Lose |
| Sep 17, 2024 | CLE | 4-1 | Win |
| Sep 16, 2024 | CLE | 3-4 | Lose |
| Sep 15, 2024 | CIN | 9-2 | Win |
On the other hand, the Boston Red Sox’s recent form reflects a struggle for consistency. They engaged in a tough series against the Tampa Bay Rays, losing 0-2 and 3-8, but eked out a 2-1 win, showing glimpses of their capabilities. Their performance against the New York Yankees was similarly inconsistent, suffering a 2-5 defeat but securing a 7-1 victory, indicating that they can contend with top teams when in form.
| Boston Red Sox Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 19, 2024 | TB | 0-2 | Lose |
| Sep 18, 2024 | TB | 2-1 | Win |
| Sep 17, 2024 | TB | 3-8 | Lose |
| Sep 15, 2024 | NYY | 2-5 | Lose |
| Sep 14, 2024 | NYY | 7-1 | Win |
Pablo Lopez (15-8, 3.84 ERA) vs. Kutter Crawford (8-15, 4.19 ERA)
Pablo Lopez, the pounding hitting of the Twins, rose to the very top of his pitching career, leaving behind him a 15-8 win rate, coupled with a 3.84 ERA during the season. Throughout an excellent season, he totalled 187 K’s against batters who stood for him in 175.2 innings, along with a steady WHIP at 1.15, showing that he can take control of games. Nevertheless, surrendering 23 dingers tells a different story that the Red Sox could take advantage of. He will be on the chopping block if he fails to produce the hammer upon the Boston hitters.
Despite a disappointing 8-15 win-loss record, including a 4.19 earned run average, Kutter Crawford for the Red Sox has some hope, hurling 162 strikeouts with a very nice WHIP of 1.1 in 171.2 innings. His Achilles heel has been the Achilles heel of giving up 33 homers this season and might turn into a crucial factor, especially against the Twins’ power hitters. His composure early in the game might just be what Boston requires to dictate how the match pans out.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Minnesota Twins -156, Total Odds: 8.5
The betting landscape shows a slight preference for the Twins, given their stronger overall performance and pitching edge. However, the odds also respect the potential for a close contest, with a relatively balanced moneyline and a tight total line reflecting expectations of a competitive game.
Minnesota Twins Betting Trends
In the betting context, the Twins becomes the more popular team because of their more accomplished overall performance and pitching performance. Nevertheless, the odds also appear to demonstrate some belief that the game will be tight, since there is a fairly even moneyline and a narrow total line sourced from such expectations out.
Boston Red Sox Betting Trends
Recent trends on Boston’s total scores have skewed towards lower numbers, while their straight-up record has also not been of great help. From these specifics, we can see that a consistent team is not around. Every now and then they may upset better squads than themselves, however, they have a bad habit of underperforming at home, which presents a confusing betting situation.
Minnesota Twins vs. Boston Red Sox 9/21/24 Betting Picks
As the Twins have dominated in the pitched encounters in the past with the different forms, they remain the safer option. Considering how loose guys such as Pablo Lopez can be, they should be able to help neutralize the inconsistent Boston lineup.
Looking at the trends and aggregates, there is a sense that it would be wise to bet on the Twins to win with a considerable margin. Seeing the scoring ways of both teams the total going UNDER 8.5 seems a bet worth placing. Prop bets such as over-strikeouts on Lopez or even specific innings where runs may be scored can be appreciated by those interested in these types of bets. In these scenarios, watch these dynamics as game day draws nearer for the best free MLB tips you’ve ever received.