The Boston Red Sox are set to square off against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field on July 23, 2024, with first pitch scheduled for 8:40 PM under clear skies. For this matchup, Cooper Criswell will take the mound for the Red Sox, holding an ERA of 4.500. On the Rockies’ side, Ty Blach will pitch with a 5.461 ERA.

In the AL East Division rankings, the Red Sox are sixth with a 53-46 record, showcasing a 0.54 winning percentage. With a divisional record of 13-11, they find themselves third in their division. They’ve won 4 of their last 10 outings and are on a four-game losing streak. Their home and away records stand at 24-25 and 29-21, respectively. The team shines brighter during night games with 31 victories, compared to 22 in day games, having scored 467 runs while allowing 431.

Conversely, the Rockies, positioned 14th in the NL West, have notched a 37-64 record, a 0.37 winning percentage, and are fifth in their division with a 12-18 divisional record. They hold a similar recent form with 5 wins in their last 10 games and are coming off a win. Playing at home, the Rockies have a 23-28 record compared to a weaker 14-36 on the road. They have managed 425 runs offensively but have given up a substantial 589 runs.

Betting Perspective: The current betting odds suggest that Boston, despite their recent struggles, is favored to win. The point spread sits at 1.5 in favor of Boston, with the over/under for total runs scored set at 9.5. As for the moneyline, the Red Sox are at -162, indicating a fairly strong expectation of a win, while the Rockies stand at +136, making them underdogs at home.