Tigers vs Red Sox: Score, Predictions, Odds & Watch Guide
The Detroit Tigers have quietly put together one of their best stretches in recent memory—and they’re bringing that heat into Fenway Park on Patriots Day. A four-game set against the Boston Red Sox opens Friday, with the holiday finale on April 20 drawing particular attention from bettors and fans alike.
Red Sox Last 10 vs Tigers: 4-6 record, .240 batting avg · H2H Games Since 1993: Tigers 86 wins, Red Sox 107 · Recent Game Apr 17, 2026: Red Sox 1-0 Tigers (10 innings) · Upcoming Game: at Fenway Park · Latest Result: Tigers 6, Red Sox 2
Quick snapshot
- Patriots Day game scheduled for at at Fenway Park (Covers)
- Tigers record: 12-10 entering Patriots Day; Red Sox: 8-13 (CBS Sports)
- Final score and result of Patriots Day game not yet available
- Whether Tigers’ 8-of-9 momentum translates to road success
- Four-game series opened on Apple TV (The Big Lead)
- Tigers won series finale 6-2 on (CBS Sports)
The table below compiles the confirmed data points that frame this matchup, drawn from multiple sportsbooks and statistical aggregators.
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Next Game Date | April 20, 2026, 11:10 AM ET |
| Venue | Fenway Park, Boston, MA |
| H2H Tigers Wins | 86 of 193 since 1993 |
| Red Sox vs Tigers Last 10 | 4-6 |
| Tigers Record (Entering Patriots Day) | 12-10 |
| Red Sox Record (Entering Patriots Day) | 8-13 |
| Series Length | Four games |
| Tigers Starting Pitcher | Jack Flaherty (0-1, 4.05 ERA) |
| Red Sox Starting Pitcher | Sonny Gray (2-1, 4.43 ERA) |
Who is favored to win Red Sox vs. Tigers?
The betting markets split favors heading into Patriots Day, though the odds varied across sportsbooks. Covers listed the Red Sox at -127 on the moneyline with the Tigers at +122, while CBS Sports showed Red Sox -139 and Tigers +117 (Covers, CBS Sports). Both books favored Boston slightly, but the gap was narrow enough that either side had plausible paths.
Current odds and picks
Run line odds on Covers showed Tigers +1.5 (-194) and Red Sox -1.5 (+144), reflecting the expectation that Boston would win outright but possibly by more than a single run (Covers). CBS Sports listed Red Sox -1.5 at +151 (CBS Sports). The over/under sat at 8 runs on CBS Sports and 8.5 on Covers, with both books listing the over slightly favored in terms of payout.
Key factors influencing the favorite
Three metrics shaped the odds picture: recent form, starting pitcher performance, and home-field advantage. The Tigers entered the series having won eight of their last nine games—momentum that made their +122 price appealing despite being on the road (Covers). However, they were 4-9 away from home on the season. The Red Sox, meanwhile, had dropped two straight and sat at 8-13 overall, but held a 4-5 home record that suggested they could be dangerous in their own ballpark (CBS Sports). The SportsLine model ran 10,000 simulations and projected 9.3 combined runs, favoring the over at 8 (CBS Sports).
The implication: the Tigers carried genuine betting value despite the road stigma. Their recent form—particularly an 8-of-9 stretch—suggested the market was undervaluing them, while the Red Sox’s home record hadn’t justified the chalk status their odds implied.
Tigers vs Red Sox Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
Covers expert Naessens went on record predicting the Tigers would “sneak out of Boston” with a Patriots Day victory—a pick rooted in Detroit’s hot hand and the belief that Boston’s struggles would persist (Covers). The Tigers had won two in a row heading into the holiday finale; the Red Sox had lost two in a row (CBS Sports). That momentum gap made Naessens’s call credible.
Expert picks
Beyond Naessens, the SportsLine model’s simulation favored the over, projecting 9.3 combined runs across 10,000 iterations (CBS Sports). The over had cleared in the previous Tigers-Red Sox head-to-head matchup and in five of the last eight Boston games—a trend that strengthened the case. SportsLine projected over 1.5 total bases for Tigers hitters Jahmai Jones, Gleyber Torres, Dillon Dingler, Riley Greene, and Spencer Torkelson, and over 1.4 total bases for Red Sox players Roman Anthony, Willson Contreras, Trevor Story, and Ceddanne Rafaela.
Betting odds breakdown
Comparing the two books: Covers had the Red Sox -127 / Tigers +122 on the moneyline, while CBS Sports showed Red Sox -139 / Tigers +117 (Covers, CBS Sports). The variance meant a bettor could find better return by shopping lines—Tigers +122 at Covers was more generous than Tigers +117 at CBS Sports. For the run line, Covers offered Red Sox -1.5 at +144 while CBS Sports listed +151—another gap worth noting for those backing Boston to win big.
The odds gap between sportsbooks translated directly to potential profit: a $100 bet on Tigers at Covers (+122) returned $22 more than the same bet at CBS Sports (+117).
Where can I watch the Tigers vs. Red Sox game?
Patriots Day baseball at Fenway has its own broadcast tradition. The April 20 game aired on NESN (the Red Sox regional home) and Detroit SportsNet, which served as the exclusive local home for Tigers baseball in 2026 (Bleacher Nation). The series opener on April 17 had aired on Apple TV.
TV channels and streaming services
For cord-cutters wanting the Tigers feed: Fubo carries Detroit SportsNet and airs 140+ Tigers games per season (Fubo). MLB.com offers direct Detroit SportsNet streaming packages for the 2026 regular season, structured without regional blackouts—a key advantage over cable-restricted alternatives (MLB.com). Red Sox fans follow the game via NESN, available through Fubo, YouTube TV, and most cable providers.
Free and paid options
The series opener on April 17 required Apple TV+ subscription—a paid tier. For the Patriots Day finale, traditional over-the-air broadcasts (NESN in Boston, regional SportsNet elsewhere) meant anyone with a digital antenna could catch the game free. Fubo’s free trial offered another no-commitment path for streaming users. MLB.com’s direct packages, while paid, removed the blackout restrictions that frustrate out-of-market fans.
Patriots Day games at Fenway draw national attention—the combination of the holiday and the historical rivalry means broadcast options vary more than a typical mid-week game. Knowing which platform carries which feed prevents missed first pitches.
Tigers vs Red Sox score
Two results from the series were available at time of writing. The April 17 series opener went to the Red Sox 1-0 in 10 innings—a pitcher’s duel that kept scoring low. The April 19 finale saw the Tigers respond decisively, winning 6-2 and improving their record to 12-10 while the Red Sox fell to 8-13 (CBS Sports). The Patriots Day game result was pending.
Live score updates
The series unfolded across four games from April 17-20. Apple TV carried the opener; NESN and Detroit SportsNet split the remaining broadcasts. Real-time box scores were available through ESPN, MLB.com, and the CBS Sports app.
Final score from recent games
The April 19 Tigers victory (6-2) gave Detroit a 2-1 series lead heading into the Patriots Day finale. Framber Valdez earned the win for the Tigers that Sunday, while the Red Sox’s offensive struggles continued (Bleacher Nation). The holiday game served as the series rubber match.
Tigers vs Red Sox stats
Head-to-head since 1993 showed 193 games total, with the Tigers holding 86 wins—a majority that reflected Detroit’s historical edge in this matchup. However, recent form told a different story: the Red Sox went 4-6 against the Tigers in the last 10 meetings, with a .240 team batting average against Detroit pitching (Covers). That recent split favored the Tigers despite the overall H2H gap.
Head-to-head records
The 193-game H2H sample size gave context but obscured the current dynamics. When filtered to the last 10 matchups, Detroit’s 6-4 edge aligned with their recent 8-of-9 stretch—suggesting the Tigers had found something that translated specifically against Boston.
Last 10 and last 5 games
The last 10 games H2H: Tigers 6-4. The last 5: Tigers 3-2. Combined with the season records (Tigers 12-10, Red Sox 8-13), the data pointed to Detroit carrying more momentum despite the road assignment.
Player stats
The SportsLine model projected specific players worth monitoring for daily fantasy and prop bettors. For the Tigers: Jahmai Jones, Gleyber Torres, Dillon Dingler, Riley Greene, and Spencer Torkelson each projected over 1.5 total bases. For the Red Sox: Roman Anthony, Willson Contreras, Trevor Story, and Ceddanne Rafaela projected over 1.4 total bases (CBS Sports). The pitching matchup featured Jack Flaherty (0-1, 4.05 ERA) for Detroit against Sonny Gray (2-1, 4.43 ERA) for Boston.
Sonny Gray’s strikeout rate had dropped noticeably entering the Patriots Day game—a red flag against a Tigers lineup that had been making hard contact. Flaherty’s 4.05 ERA masked a winless record that the Tigers’ offense hadn’t supported; if Detroit scored early, his numbers could flip.
The betting markets revealed consistent gaps favoring those who shopped lines across sportsbooks, with Covers consistently offering more generous odds on Detroit.
| Market | Covers | CBS Sports |
|---|---|---|
| Red Sox ML | -127 | -139 |
| Tigers ML | +122 | +117 |
| Red Sox RL | -1.5 (+144) | -1.5 (+151) |
| Tigers RL | +1.5 (-194) | +1.5 |
| Over/Under | 8.5 (-113 U) | 8 (-108 O) |
Tigers vs Red Sox: Step-by-step series breakdown
The four-game set at Fenway unfolded across four days, each with distinct narrative weight.
- Game 1 (April 17): Series opener at 7:15 p.m. ET on Apple TV. Tigers entered 10-9, Red Sox 7-11. A pitcher’s duel ended Red Sox 1-0 in 10 innings.
- Game 2 (April 18): Mid-series game with no specified broadcast change. Momentum shifted toward the Tigers.
- Game 3 (April 19): Tigers responded with a 6-2 win. Framber Valdez earned the win. Tigers improved to 12-10, Red Sox fell to 8-13.
- Game 4 (April 20 – Patriots Day): 11:10 a.m. ET first pitch at Fenway. Jack Flaherty (0-1, 4.05 ERA) started for Detroit; Sonny Gray (2-1, 4.43 ERA) started for Boston.
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Frequently asked questions
How to watch Tigers game for free?
Over-the-air digital antennas can pick up local NBC and FOX affiliates carrying Tigers games in-market. For the Red Sox home games, an antenna would catch NESN if signal range allows Boston. Out-of-market free options are limited; MLB.com and Fubo require subscriptions.
Can I watch the Tigers game on Amazon Prime?
Amazon Prime Video occasionally carries MLB games through its Thursday Night Baseball package, but the Tigers-Red Sox Patriots Day game was not listed in that rotation. Apple TV+ had carried the April 17 series opener.
What are Tigers vs Red Sox last 10 games?
The Tigers went 6-4 against the Red Sox in the last 10 head-to-head meetings, with a combined .240 batting average for Boston in those matchups.
What are Red Sox vs Tigers last 5 games?
Detroit won 3 of the last 5 games H2H entering the Patriots Day series. Recent form pointed toward the Tigers having the edge.
Where to watch Detroit Tigers vs. Boston Red Sox on Patriots Day?
NESN broadcast the game in Boston; Detroit SportsNet carried the Tigers feed nationally. Streaming options included Fubo and MLB.com’s direct packages without blackouts.
What are Detroit Tigers vs Red Sox match player stats?
SportsLine projections for Patriots Day: Tigers players Jahmai Jones, Gleyber Torres, Dillon Dingler, Riley Greene, and Spencer Torkelson each projected over 1.5 total bases. Red Sox players Roman Anthony, Willson Contreras, Trevor Story, and Ceddanne Rafaela projected over 1.4 total bases.
Are Tigers vs Red Sox playing today?
Yes, the Patriots Day finale was scheduled for Monday, April 20, 2026, with first pitch at 11:10 a.m. ET at Fenway Park. The four-game series ran April 17-20.
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