Boston Red Sox vs. Athletics Picks and Prediction, Tuesday, September 9, 2025
On Tuesday, the Boston Red Sox will play the Athletics at Sutter Health Park, and we have you ready to go with our Red Sox vs. Athletics prediction. First pitch from Sacramento, CA, is at 7:05 p.m. PT.
The Red Sox are -115 moneyline favorites, and the game total is 10.5 runs scored.
This is the first series of the season between the Red Sox and Athletics. Boston is 7-3 in the last ten meetings, and the under was 6-4 in those ten games. If you want the Red Sox vs. A's prediction, read on and check out our MLB Predictions to beat the sportsbooks!
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Red Sox have lost two of their last three series
Boston (80-65 SU, 75-70 RL, and 71-71-3 O/U) lost two of three games to Arizona in its previous series. The Red Sox are 5-5 in their last ten games (the over was 6-4).
Boston will start right-hander Dustin May tomorrow against the A's. In his last appearance, the 28-year-old allowed one run on three hits and two walks in three frames against Cleveland. He is 7-11 with a 4.96 ERA and 1.42 WHIP in 25 outings (132.1 IP) this year, including 2-6 with a 6.59 ERA and 1.52 WHIP in 11 road starts (57.1 IP).
The Red Sox have made significant noise this season, battling until the last month of the season for a playoff spot. While some expected the team to fade in the second half, Boston has proven to be a gritty and formidable opponent, even after trading star slugger Rafael Devers. The Sox entered this week just 3.5 games out of first place in the AL East, and with plenty of cushioning in the Wild Card race. Can they finish the regular season strong and last deep into October?
Boston Red Sox Baseball Injury Report: No injuries to report for Tuesday's game against the Athletics.
Athletics scored 30 runs in their previous series
The Athletics (66-79 SU, 78-67 RL, and 73-66-6 O/U) won two of three against the LA Angels in their previous series. The A's are 3-7 in their last ten games (the over/under was split 5-5).
Sacramento's squad will start lefty Jeffrey Springs tomorrow against Boston. In his last appearance, the 32-year-old gave up two runs on five hits, fanning four batters in a six-inning loss to St. Louis. He is 10-10 with a 4.13 ERA and 1.18 WHIP in 29 outings (157.0 IP) this season, including 5-4 with a 4.73 ERA and 1.27 WHIP in 13 home appearances (72.1 IP).
The A's have made noticeable improvements this season, keeping games close en route to a winning record against the run line. They may not be postseason-bound, but they have given fans something to cheer about. Their temporary move to Sacramento has gone over well, but baseball fans are eager to see the team make the anticipated move to Las Vegas.
Athletics Baseball Injury Report: No new injuries to report for tomorrow's game against the Red Sox.
Red Sox vs. Athletics Pick
| # | Handicapper | Profit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Earle Sports Bets | +2,298.00 |
| 2 |  Ross Benjamin | +1,840.00 |
| 3 |  Rob Vincilleti | +1,757.00 |
| 4 |  David Hess | +1,745.00 |
| 5 |  Dan Kaiser | +987.00 |
Spread Pick for Red Sox vs. A's
- Red Sox ML (4 Units)
Boston should win straight-up on Tuesday. While neither team has a significant starting pitching edge, the Red Sox bullpen is one of the best in baseball (3rd in ERA), while the A's relief group is one of the least reliable. The visitors haven't been as hot recently, but every game is important in their divisional and Wild Card races. Their bats have been consistent run producers this year, even after they let go of Devers. In a hitter's ballpark, I expect them to score early and often, holding off the A's tomorrow night in Sacramento.
Over/Under Pick for Red Sox vs. Athletics
- Over 10.5 (5 Units)
May lasted only three innings in his previous outing and has been a trainwreck in away games (6.59 ERA and .271 opponent BA). After pitching to a near-5 ERA in the first half of the season, he has a 4.97 ERA since the All-Star break, as well. The Athletics rank 7th in wOBA and 11th in wRC+ against right-handers and 10th in wOBA/11th in wRC+ at home this year. They also enter this series with momentum after scoring double-digit runs in two of three games in their previous series. Springs has struggled at hitter-friendly Sutter Health Park and sports a 4.60 ERA in the second half of the season. Boston ranks 6th in wOBA and 10th in wRC+ against southpaws and 10th in both wOBA and wRC+ on the road. On top of that, the Athletics' bullpen has a 4.80 ERA (27th in MLB) with 72 homers allowed in 2025.
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