The Boston Red Sox (82-70) visit the Tampa Bay Rays (93-59) on Friday, September 18, 2026 at Tropicana Field. First pitch is set for 7:10 PM ET. TV: ESPN Unlimited; MLB.TV; NESN, Rays.TV (regional).
Boston Red Sox vs Tampa Bay Rays Odds & Preview Info
| Matchup | Boston Red Sox @ Tampa Bay Rays |
|---|---|
| Records | Boston Red Sox 82-70 | Tampa Bay Rays 93-59 |
| Run Line | BOS +1.5 | TB -1.5 |
| Moneyline | Boston Red Sox: +105 | Tampa Bay Rays: -126 |
| Total | 7.5 |
| Venue | Tropicana Field |
| Date / Time | Friday, September 18, 2026 — 7:10 PM ET |
| TV / How to Watch | ESPN Unlimited; MLB.TV; NESN, Rays.TV (regional) |
| Probable Pitchers | Boston Red Sox: Ranger Suarez | Tampa Bay Rays: Ian Seymour |
Odds shown via public sportsbooks (lines move — verify before betting).
Boston Red Sox Preview & Probable Pitcher
The Boston Red Sox enter Friday at 82-70 and travel to face the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. Slated starter: Ranger Suarez.
Track the run line, moneyline, and total listed above for this odds preview. Double-check probable pitchers and any late roster moves closer to first pitch at 7:10 PM ET.
Tampa Bay Rays Preview & Probable Pitcher
The Tampa Bay Rays sit at 93-59 hosting from Tropicana Field. Probable starter: Ian Seymour.
How to watch: ESPN Unlimited; MLB.TV; NESN, Rays.TV (regional). Odds and totals can shift through the evening — recheck your book for the latest Boston Red Sox vs Tampa Bay Rays line before the September 18, 2026 first pitch.
Where to Watch Boston Red Sox vs Tampa Bay Rays
Tune in Friday, September 18, 2026 at 7:10 PM ET from Tropicana Field. Broadcast coverage: ESPN Unlimited; MLB.TV; NESN, Rays.TV (regional).