Boston Red Sox vs. Houston Astros odds, tips and betting trends | May 16 – USA TODAY Sportsbook Wire

A series opener between the Boston Red Sox (13-21) and Houston Astros (23-12) is scheduled for Monday at 7:10 PM ET, at Fenway Park.

The Red Sox are a home favorite (-122) versus the Astros (+103). The matchup on the mound for this contest is set with the Boston Red Sox looking to Garrett Whitlock (1-1), and Jake Odorizzi (3-2) getting the nod for the Houston Astros.

The Astros earned an 8-0 victory against the Nationals yesterday. Chas McCormick (1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI) led the way offensively, while Justin Verlander got the win on the mound after going five innings without giving up an earned run on two hits, while striking out five.

Here is everything you need to prepare for Mondays Red Sox vs. Astros matchup.

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Boston Red Sox vs. Houston Astros odds, tips and betting trends | May 16 - USA TODAY Sportsbook Wire