Heading into the series at Fenway Park, the Red Sox are still winless at 0-6 — tied for the second-worst start in franchise history — and the Yankees are in good position after two home series at 4-2. If the Red Sox lose again today, frustration levels will rise and the chances of a fight breaking out will soar.
The Red Sox are due to win soon, so maybe this is a time for some sports betting online. Before you lay down your money, let’s take a closer look at the series.
On the Hill:
Friday: Phil Hughes (0-1, 11.25) vs. John Lackey (0-1, 22.09)
Saturday: Ivan Nova (1-0, 4.50) vs. Clay Buchholz (0-1, 5.68)
Sunday: CC Sabathia (0-0, 1.38) vs. Josh Beckett (0-1, 5.40)
Players to Watch:
Derek Jeter: He’s off to a bit of a slow start, but he can make fans (and media) quickly forget that with a few big hits against Boston.
Adrian Gonzalez: The one Sock off to a good start is the import from the San Diego Padres. The lefty is hitting .304/.360/.522 with a homer and five RBIs to start the season.
Prediction:
The Red Sox will drop to 0-7 today, win tomorrow against the Yankees’ young gun, and then the big lefty will take down Beckett on Sunday night.
