Looking for today’s Athletics vs. Boston Red Sox betting splits? Below you’ll find the latest DraftKings Sportsbook Moneyline, Run Line and total betting percentages, plus where the public and sharp money are landing before first pitch.
Athletics vs. Red Sox Odds
| Market | Athletics (Home) | Red Sox (Away) |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +129 | -156 |
| Run Line | +1.5 (-120) | -1.5 (+100) |
| Total | Over 10.5 (-110) | Under 10.5 (-110) |
Boston is a -156 road favorite with the total set at O/U 10.5 in a matchup that pits Patrick Sandoval (3.21 ERA) against Jacob Lopez (6.12 ERA) at Sutter Health Park.
DraftKings Betting Splits
| Market | Side | Bets % | Handle % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Athletics | 7% | 2% |
| Moneyline | Red Sox | 93% | 98% |
| Run Line | Red Sox -1.5 | 85% | 100% |
| Run Line | Athletics +1.5 | 15% | 0% |
| Total | Over 10.5 | 31% | 25% |
| Total | Under 10.5 | 69% | 75% |
Public Betting Trends
The Red Sox are drawing near-unanimous action across markets, with 98% of the Moneyline handle and 100% of the Run Line handle backing Boston -1.5. The Under 10.5 is attracting sharp interest with 75% of handle versus 69% of tickets, suggesting larger bettors are confident in a lower-scoring outcome despite the high total.
Athletics vs. Red Sox Stats
Starting Pitcher Stats
| Stat | Jacob Lopez (ATH) | Patrick Sandoval (BOS) |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 5-4 | 0-0 |
| ERA | 6.12 | 3.21 |
| WHIP | 1.670 | 1.643 |
| FIP | 5.68 | 3.04 |
| xFIP | 5.86 | 4.08 |
| WAR | -0.02 | 0.50 |
| K% | 17.5% | 20.3% |
| BB% | 13.2% | 6.2% |
| HR/9 | 1.53 | 0.64 |
Team Pitching Stats
| Stat | Athletics | Red Sox |
|---|---|---|
| ERA | 5.32 | 3.56 |
| WHIP | 1.483 | 1.225 |
| K/9 | 8.60 | 8.63 |
| K/BB | 2.13 | 3.01 |
| OBA | .266 | .240 |
Team Batting Stats
| Stat | Athletics | Red Sox |
|---|---|---|
| AVG | .245 | .244 |
| OBP | .321 | .315 |
| SLG | .404 | .392 |
| ISO | .159 | .148 |
| OPS | .725 | .707 |
| K% | 22.7% | 22.0% |
Key Matchup Numbers
- Home Split Leader: Nick Kurtz leads Athletics hitters at home with a 1.014 OPS, a .287 average, and 14 home runs, making him the primary threat against Sandoval.
- Road Split Leader: Tsung-Che Cheng paces Boston on the road with a 1.071 OPS and .500 average, while Willson Contreras has slugged 10 home runs away from home with an .856 OPS.
- Pitcher Props: Both starters carry an O/U 4.5 strikeout line, with Sandoval favored on the Over (-116) and Lopez a near pick’em (-107), reflecting the gap in their K% rates (20.3% vs. 17.5%).
- Control Gap: Lopez walks 13.2% of batters compared to Sandoval’s 6.2%, a massive differential that boosts Boston’s baserunner and scoring potential.
- Key Injuries: Athletics are without Brent Rooker (knee, D60) and Luis Severino (shoulder, D60), while Boston is missing Garrett Crochet (shoulder, D60) and Triston Casas (knee, D60) from its lineup.
DraftKings Player Props
- Jacob Lopez Strikeouts Thrown O/U 4.5 (-107 / -119)
- Patrick Sandoval Strikeouts Thrown O/U 4.5 (-116 / -110)
- Jacob Wilson Total Bases O/U 1.5 (-111 / -119)
- Willson Contreras Total Bases O/U 1.5 (-126 / -105)
- Tyler Soderstrom Total Bases O/U 1.5 (+120 / -160)
- Jarren Duran Hits + Runs + RBIs O/U 1.5 (-108 / -123)
- Ceddanne Rafaela Hits O/U 1.5 (+175 / -237)
- Nick Kurtz RBIs O/U 0.5 (+158 / -222)
DraftKings Featured Parlays
Fenway Faithful (+800)
Back the Red Sox to take care of business vs the Athletics on Wednesday:
- BOS Red Sox to Win (@ ATH)
- Patrick Sandoval 5+ Strikeouts
- Wilyer Abreu 3+ Hits + Runs + RBIs
- Willson Contreras 1+ Extra Base Hit
Set the Tone (+2828)
Take these matchups to be a shutout in the 1st inning on Wednesday:
- NYY @ CWS: No Runs 1st Inning
- KC @ MIN: No Runs 1st Inning
- CHC @ STL: No Runs 1st Inning
- BOS @ ATH: No Runs 1st Inning
- SEA @ LAD: No Runs 1st Inning
Base Collectors (+1779)
Bet these stars to tally 2+ total bases in Wednesday’s action:
- Pete Crow-Armstrong 2+ Total Bases
- Jose Ramirez 2+ Total Bases
- Elly De La Cruz 2+ Total Bases
- Nick Kurtz 2+ Total Bases
Get Up! (+1500)
Back each of these players to earn a trot around the bases:
- Nick Kurtz 1+ Home Run
- Jose Ramirez 1+ Home Run
Snooze Fest (+1156)
Wager on these offenses to be quiet and hit the under in total runs:
- NYY @ CWS: Under 7.5 Runs
- KC @ MIN: Under 9 Runs
- CHC @ STL: Under 8 Runs
- BOS @ ATH: Under 10.5 Runs
Betting Splits Summary
| Metric | Athletics / Over | Red Sox / Under |
|---|---|---|
| ML Handle | 2% | 98% |
| ML Bets | 7% | 93% |
| RL Handle | 0% | 100% |
| RL Bets | 15% | 85% |
| Total Handle | 25% | 75% |
| Total Bets | 31% | 69% |
FAQs
What are MLB betting splits?
Betting splits show how the public is wagering on a game by breaking down the percentage of total bets (tickets) and total money (handle) on each side of a market. They help identify which side recreational bettors favor versus where larger, potentially sharper money is landing.
What is the difference between bets and handle?
Bets refer to the number of individual tickets placed, while handle represents the total dollar amount wagered. A side with low bet percentage but high handle percentage suggests fewer bettors placing larger wagers, often interpreted as sharp or professional action.
How do betting splits identify sharp money?
Sharp money refers to wagers placed by professional or highly informed bettors. It is typically identified through handle-vs-bet discrepancies: when a side draws a disproportionate share of money relative to its ticket count, sharps are likely involved.
Should you follow betting splits?
Splits are one tool among many. They are most useful when a clear divergence exists between public tickets and money handle, suggesting professional disagreement with the recreational consensus. They work best combined with line movement analysis and matchup context.
How often do DraftKings betting splits update?
DraftKings betting splits update approximately every two minutes, providing near real-time insight into how the market is moving as game time approaches.
What is the best bet for Athletics vs. Red Sox?
The sharpest action points to Boston on the Moneyline at -156, where 98% of handle backs the Red Sox despite already being 93% of tickets. The Under 10.5 also shows sharp lean with 75% of handle versus 69% of bets, making it a secondary value spot. Given the stark pitching mismatch between Sandoval (3.21 ERA) and Lopez (6.12 ERA), the Red Sox Run Line -1.5 at even money (+100) offers potential value with 100% of handle support.
