The stage is set for an exciting MLB showdown as the Baltimore Orioles take on the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on September 9, 2024, starting at 7:10 PM under a clear sky. Cade Povich is set to pitch for the Orioles, entering the game with a 5.764 ERA. Meanwhile, the Red Sox will counter with Brayan Bello, who holds a 4.754 ERA.

The Orioles are currently positioned second in the 2024 AL East Division, boasting 82 wins and 62 losses, reflecting a 0.57 winning percentage. They have gained momentum with 5 wins in their last 10 games despite a recent 2-game losing streak. On the road, they have a record of 40-29. The Orioles have demonstrated strong offensive capabilities this season, scoring a total of 710 runs and conceding 617.

In contrast, the Red Sox find themselves ranked ninth in the division with a record of 72 wins and 71 losses. They have a balanced division record of 18-18 and are currently on a one-game losing streak. At Fenway Park, they have struggled slightly with a 33-39 home record.

As the teams prepare for this encounter, the betting odds are tightly contested. The point spread is set at 1.5, favoring the Orioles, while the Over/Under for the game is pegged at 9.5. In the money line odds, the Red Sox are slight favorites at -117, compared to the Orioles at -101, indicating a closely matched game that could go either way.