Boston Red Sox vs Cincinnati Reds Picks and Predictions July 2nd 2025

Boston Red Sox vs Cincinnati Reds July 2nd 2025

The Cincinnati Reds will travel to Fenway Park to take on the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. The game is scheduled to start at 7:10 PM and will be broadcast on FDSOH. The weather forecast predicts warm conditions with overcast clouds and a light breeze blowing in.

Leading the Reds is manager Terry Francona, while Alex Cora manages the Red Sox. The Reds hold a 44-41 record and sit 6 games back in the NL Central. Meanwhile, the Red Sox have a 42-44 record and are also 6 games back in the AL East. Nick Martinez will start for the Reds, bringing an ERA of 4.12. Brayan Bello will take the mound for the Red Sox, with an ERA of 3.41.

Reds vs Red Sox Key Information

• Sport: Baseball
• Teams: Cincinnati Reds vs. Boston Red Sox
• Venue: Fenway Park, Boston, MA
• Date: Wednesday, July 2, 2025
• Betting Odds:
  • Consensus: Reds +112, Red Sox -132
  • Fanduel: Reds +120, Red Sox -142
  • Betmgm: Reds +110, Red Sox -130
  • Caesars: Reds +105, Red Sox -125

The Reds Can Win If…

The Cincinnati Reds are looking to bounce back from their recent 6-13 loss against the Boston Red Sox. Despite the loss, Austin Hays showed strong performance with a home run and three RBIs. Matt McLain also contributed with three hits and two RBIs, indicating the Reds’ lineup can produce runs.

The Reds hold a solid position in several key stats that can help them win. They rank 10th in both batting average and on-base percentage, which shows their ability to get on base. Their pitching staff has a batting average against of .234, ranking 7th, which means they can limit opponents’ hits effectively.

Nick Martinez will take the mound for the Reds with an ERA of 4.12 and a WHIP of 1.16. His recent 8-inning outing against the Padres, where he allowed only one hit, demonstrates his potential to control games. With Elly De La Cruz leading the team in home runs and RBIs, the Reds have the firepower needed to secure a win.

The Red Sox Can Win If…

The Boston Red Sox are coming off a strong win against the Cincinnati Reds with a score of 13-6. Wilyer Abreu led the charge with two home runs and five RBIs. Trevor Story and Jarren Duran also contributed with home runs, showcasing the team’s power at the plate.

Boston’s lineup is a key reason they can win this game. The team ranks first in doubles and sixth in slugging percentage. With players like Trevor Story and Alex Bregman providing consistent hitting, the Red Sox can keep the pressure on the opposing pitchers.

Brayan Bello will be on the mound for Boston. He has an ERA of 3.41, which shows his ability to limit runs. With solid pitching and strong hitting, the Red Sox have a great chance to secure another win against the Reds.

The Lean

The Red Sox are favored to win with a moneyline of -125 at Caesars. The Reds have a moneyline of +105. The Red Sox have a slightly better batting average and slugging percentage. My model projects a score of Red Sox 5, Reds 4. Based on these factors, the recommendation is to pick the Red Sox to win straight up.

The total for the game is set at 9.5 runs. Both teams have solid hitting and pitching stats, but the Red Sox have given up fewer home runs. My model projects a total score of 9 runs. With this projection, the recommendation is to take the under 9.5 runs.

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Red Sox and Reds Set for Doubleheader After Rain Suspends Game

It will be a full day of baseball at Fenway Park on Wednesday. After rain suspended their game on Tuesday night, the Boston Red Sox and visiting Cincinnati Reds will play a doubleheader, first completing the suspended game before playing the regularly scheduled series finale.

Picking Up Where They Left Off

The first order of business will be to complete Tuesday’s game, which was halted in the middle of the fourth inning with Boston leading 2-1. The Red Sox plan to hand the ball to their ace, Brayan Bello (3-3, 3.41 ERA), in what will be a rare relief appearance to try and lock down the win. Using an ace out of the bullpen in a suspended game is a fascinating strategic decision, a topic often explored in our expert betting guide.

“Even when I didn’t have my best stuff (in my last start), I was able to get outs and able to give the team the opportunity to win,” Bello said, showing his readiness to compete in any situation.

Martinez’s Near-Historic Night

The regularly scheduled nightcap will feature Reds right-hander Nick Martinez (5-8, 4.12 ERA), who is coming off the best start of his season. In his last outing on Friday, Martinez took a no-hitter into the ninth inning against the Padres, the longest no-hit bid by a Reds pitcher since 2021.

“From the very beginning, his stuff was very crisp and he was in command of all his pitches,” Reds manager David Bell said after that masterful performance. “That’s as nervous as I’ve been in a long, long time.”

Hot Bats in Boston

The Reds’ pitching will have to contend with a Red Sox offense that has been on fire. Boston exploded for 13 runs in the series opener, a game that featured a historic performance from Wilyer Abreu, who hit both a grand slam and an inside-the-park home run. This pitching vs. hitting matchup will be a key focus on the scores and odds board.

For two MLB teams looking to win a key interleague series, this long day of baseball will be a major test. To see who our experts are backing, check out our daily MLB picks.