Detroit Tigers Face the Boston Red Sox Thursday: MLB Odds and Betting Trends

Fenway Park hosts an MLB battle between the Boston Red Sox and the visiting Detroit Tigers on Thursday.

The Boston Red Sox will rely on Jalen Beeks to turn in a quality outing on the mound in this one, while Matthew Boyd will be his counterpart for the Detroit Tigers. Jalen Beeks is 0-0 this season, and Matthew Boyd is 3-4.

Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick

Boston was a -190 moneyline favorites earlier in the day at Sportsbook, based on the starting pitcher matchup. That pairing made odds makers at Sportsbook pick an Sportsbook over under number of 9.5.

Handicapping models based on recent betting stats and prediction formulas pick a 3.9-2.3 win for the Tigers. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming MLB matchups here.

Detroit Tigers vs Boston Red Sox Matchup

Team Betting Records & Power Rankings

43-19 Boston battles the Tigers, currently with a 29-34 mark. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Boston vs Detroit injuries news.

The MLB Power Rankings show a disparity between these teams, with the Boston Red Sox rated this week at No. 4 and the Detroit Tigers sitting at No. 23.

Statistical Matchup

When it comes to getting on base, the visiting Detroit Tigers rank No. 10 at 8.75 hits per game. That compares with the Boston Red Sox No. 2 ranking in that category.

Boston owns the No. 6 defense, allowing 5.37 men per game to cross the plate. That contrasts with Detroit's No. 20-rated defense.