Boston Red Sox vs Baltimore Orioles Picks and Predictions May 24th 2025

Orioles, Red Sox Try Again to Play Rain-Impacted Doubleheader

The ongoing series between the Boston Red Sox and Baltimore Orioles has turned into a lesson in patience and perseverance, thanks largely to uncooperative weather. Originally set for a Thursday opener, the teams attempted a day-night doubleheader on Friday after a rainout, only to have the evening game postponed again. Now, both teams aim to get back on the field Saturday at Fenway Park.

Boston’s Offensive Explosion Steals the Show

Before the rain cut Friday short, Boston lit up the scoreboard in dramatic fashion with a 19-5 victory. The Red Sox piled up 20 hits, scoring 13 runs in a single inning, and rotated through their lineup twice in that eighth-inning onslaught. One of the key figures, third baseman Alex Bregman, left the game early due to right quad tightness, but his spirits remained high watching his teammates deliver an overwhelming offensive performance.

Rafael Devers stood out with eight RBIs, the most by a Red Sox player since 2017. His night included a three-run homer and a grand slam, both delivered in a stretch of just three innings. Devers now boasts five homers in the past six games, a sign that his bat is heating up after a cold start to the season.

Boston manager Alex Cora praised Devers’ resurgence, noting how quickly public opinion can change. Fellow teammate Rob Refsnyder also made a significant impact with a three-run homer during the explosive eighth inning.

Bregman’s injury does not appear serious, with both the player and team cautiously optimistic about his availability for Saturday’s games.

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Pitching Matchups and Strategy Moving Forward

Saturday’s doubleheader features two different Red Sox starters. In the opener, right-hander Hunter Dobbins (2-1, 3.62 ERA) is looking for his first win since April 18. Despite solid performances, Dobbins hasn’t notched a win recently but has consistently limited earned runs across his last several outings.

Lucas Giolito, postponed from Friday, is set to pitch the second game. He brings a 1-1 record with a 7.08 ERA into this matchup. While he’s historically decent against Baltimore (3-2, 5.19 ERA in five starts), his recent struggles are a concern Boston will be monitoring.

For the Orioles, Zach Eflin will open Saturday’s slate. Eflin (3-2, 5.08 ERA) is coming off a difficult outing against the Nationals, where he surrendered eight runs over 5 1/3 innings. Baltimore has not yet announced their Game 2 starter as of early Saturday morning, leaving some uncertainty about their rotation strategy.

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Baltimore’s Struggles Continue Despite Offensive Output

Despite notching 14 hits in Friday’s game, the Orioles fell hard and now sit with nine losses in their last 10 games. Jackson Holliday extended his hit streak to nine games, but the team failed to convert hits into runs when it mattered most.

Pitcher Cade Povich voiced optimism despite the tough loss, emphasizing the team’s fight. Interim manager Tony Mansolino echoed this sentiment, noting that the decision to use position player Emmanuel Rivera as a reliever was a strategic necessity with another game originally scheduled shortly after.

Eflin has already seen Boston this season, throwing six innings of three-run baseball in a 3-0 loss at Camden Yards in early April. With the team’s bullpen stretched thin, Mansolino is hopeful Eflin can eat innings and stabilize a pitching staff in flux.

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Betting Angles and Handicapping Insights

For sports bettors and MLB handicapping enthusiasts, this doubleheader presents several intriguing opportunities. Boston’s offensive firepower and Baltimore’s pitching volatility could offer value on over/under totals and team run lines.

Given the unpredictability of weather and the varying performance of key pitchers, it’s crucial to keep an eye on real-time updates and injury reports. Tools like the Buy Picks page and the Best Handicappers Leaderboard can be particularly helpful for making informed decisions.

Boston’s recent surge, coupled with Baltimore’s ongoing skid, may tilt the betting public in favor of the Red Sox, but sharp bettors will look for situational edges, especially with the doubleheader format impacting bullpen usage.

Looking Ahead

Saturday represents another shot at resuming normalcy for two teams dealing with more than just their opponents. For Boston, it’s a chance to keep building momentum and push further up the standings. For Baltimore, it’s an opportunity to reset and try to reverse their downward trajectory.

Keep checking Scores and Stats for updates, predictions, and expert picks as this compelling series unfolds.