The Los Angeles Dodgers (59‑43) hit the road to take on the Boston Red Sox (54‑49) in tonight’s marquee interleague matchup at Fenway. It’s a classic clash of the NL West leader against a middling Red Sox club aiming to gain ground in the AL East. What’s the best bet in tonight’s Dodgers vs. Red Sox matchup?
Dodgers vs. Red Sox Game Info
Los Angeles Dodgers at Boston Red Sox
7:10 p.m. ET, Friday, July 25, 2025
Fenway Park, Boston, MA
Dodgers vs. Red Sox Public Betting & Odds
According to oddsmakers from online sportsbook Bovada.lv, the Dodgers are -122 moneyline favorites to beat the Red Sox, who are +104 underdogs. The total, meanwhile, sits at 10 runs.
As of this writing, our MLB Public Betting data page shows that the majority of public bettors are on Los Angeles.
Pitching Duel
L.A. will go with rookie right-hander Emmet Sheehan (1‑1, 4.41 ERA), who has shown flashes of promise but has struggled with consistency in his early outings. On the Boston mound is Brayan Bello (6‑4, 3.23 ERA), a stalwart in his last stretch—landing quality starts in eight of nine and mastering a complete game on July 8 . The edge here leans to Bello’s reliability, especially in cozy Fenway confines.
Offensive Firepower
Both teams boast potent lineups. The Dodgers lead MLB with a team .334 OBP, rank among the top three in runs (490), batting average (.254), slugging (third in HR at 132). Meanwhile, Boston has mixed moments—scoring 453 runs (13th in the league), slugging .426, and launching 115 homers. Watch out for Boston sluggers like Rafael Devers (.272/.—16 HR) and Trevor Story (58 RBI) to challenge Sheehan’s inconsistencies.
Form & Intangibles
Despite their records, recent form tells different stories. The Dodgers have sputtered lately, going just 3‑7 in their last 10, though they remain dominant in interleague play (17‑12). Boston enters this game hot, winning six of their last ten, riding momentum at home (32‑20). The contrast sets up an intriguing tilt—Dodgers’ talent vs. Red Sox home resilience.
Key Matchups
Shohei Ohtani is eyeing history with his sixth straight game featuring a homer—an electrifying subplot. On the other side, Ceddanne Rafaela and Trevor Story have caught fire recently, each posting OPS north of 1.33 and 1.46 over the last week, respectively. Their productivity could tilt the balance if Boston’s lineup gets on a roll.
Game Atmosphere & Prognosis
Expect a breezy 84 °F under cloudy skies in mid‑summer Boston—conditions that might favor hitters and keep things lively. Given the matchup and form trends, this promises to be a tense, tightly-contested night. A low- to mid‑single‑digit score seems likely, with Bello’s steadiness potentially tipping the scales in Boston’s favor. But if Sheehan finds a rhythm, L.A.’s power could break things open.
Dodgers vs. Red Sox Betting Prediction
A strong outing by Bello and a hot Red Sox offense riding home-field energy give Boston the upper hand. Still, if Sheehan settles in and the Dodgers’ bats click, don’t be surprised to see L.A. steal one under the lights. Either way, I like the over, which is 7-3 in the last 10 meetings between these two teams.
Dodgers vs. Red Sox MLB PREDICTION: OVER 10