On July 31, 2024, a significant MLB clash is set to take place at Fenway Park as the Seattle Mariners go head-to-head with the Boston Red Sox, starting at 4:10 PM under an expected light rain. George Kirby, with a commendable ERA of 3.031, will be handling the pitching duties for the Mariners. Meanwhile, the Red Sox will counter with Brayan Bello, who carries a higher ERA of 5.275. As the 2024 season progresses, Seattle finds itself seventh in the AL West Division with a record of 57-52, an overall win rate of 0.52. They are also notable for their 19-13 mark within their division. On the flip side, the Red Sox sit sixth in the AL East Division, having secured 56 wins against 50 losses for a 0.53 winning percentage and a divisional record of 14-13. Current trends show the Mariners in better form, with five wins out of their last ten games, while the Red Sox have only managed three. Regarding the betting odds for this matchup, the point spread is set at 1.5, with an Over/Under of 9.5. Investors might find interest in the money line odds which peg the Mariners as slight favorites at -121, while the Red Sox are listed at +102. This indicates a close contest, hinting at potential value for bettors seeking a narrow edge in what promises to be an intriguing encounter.