Ceddanne Rafaela (NA) Under 1.5 Hits (-270)
Odds available at draftkings at time of publishing
As the Red Sox gear up to face the Rays, all eyes should be on Ceddanne Rafaela. While he’s shown flashes of brilliance, recent trends suggest he might struggle to find success against Tampa Bay’s pitching staff. The Rays have been formidable on the mound, boasting a top-tier rotation that has consistently kept opposing batters in check.
Rafaela, despite his talent, has seen a dip in his batting average against right-handed pitchers, which is significant given that the Rays will likely send one of their best righties to the mound. Additionally, he’s averaged less than one hit per game in recent series, failing to clear the 1.5 mark consistently. With Tampa's ability to stifle hitters and Rafaela's recent performance, betting the under on his hits feels like a savvy play in this matchup, especially with the Red Sox's lineup struggling to find rhythm against quality pitching.