Yankees vs Red Sox: Fried vs Bello Preview (June 15, 2025)

Sunday, June 15th, 2025

Get ready for an AL East showdown as the New York Yankees visit the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park.

Game Information

New York Yankees (42-27, first in the AL East) at Boston Red Sox (36-36, fourth in the AL East)

Boston; Sunday, 1:35 p.m. EDT

Pitching Matchup

New York Yankees

Max Fried (9-1, 1.84 ERA, 0.93 WHIP, 81 strikeouts)

Boston Red Sox

Brayan Bello (2-1, 3.96 ERA, 1.55 WHIP, 37 strikeouts)

Betting Odds

Yankees -192, Red Sox +159; over/under is 8 1/2 runs

Game Preview

The Boston Red Sox are looking to extend their four-game home winning streak when they host the New York Yankees. Boston currently holds a 36-36 overall record, including a 21-17 mark at home. The Red Sox have been hitting for power, ranking eighth in MLB with 88 total home runs, averaging 1.2 per game.

The New York Yankees come into the game with a strong 42-27 overall record and a solid 21-15 record on the road. The Yankees have been particularly effective when keeping the ball in the park, boasting a 19-9 record in games where they did not allow a home run.

This Sunday matchup marks the sixth meeting between these historic rivals this season. The Red Sox currently hold the advantage in the season series, leading 4-1.

Key Performers

Red Sox Standouts

Ceddanne Rafaela has been a key contributor for the Red Sox, recording 11 doubles, two triples, six home runs, and 26 RBI. Marcelo Mayer has also shown recent form, going 5 for 21 with a double and three home runs over the last 10 games.

Yankees Standouts

Aaron Judge continues to lead the Yankees' offense, totaling 45 extra base hits so far this season, including 17 doubles, two triples, and 26 home runs. Anthony Volpe has been productive over the past 10 games, hitting 11 for 36 with three doubles, two home runs, and six RBI.

Last 10 Games Performance

Red Sox Recent Performance

In their last 10 games, the Red Sox have gone 7-3 with a .268 batting average and a 4.45 ERA, outscoring their opponents by eight runs.

Yankees Recent Performance

Over their last 10 games, the Yankees have a 5-5 record, posting a .249 batting average and a 3.93 ERA while outscoring opponents by six runs.

Injury Report

Red Sox Injuries

Wilyer Abreu: 10-Day IL (oblique), Josh Winckowski: 60-Day IL (elbow), Nick Burdi: 15-Day IL (knee), Justin Slaten: 15-Day IL (shoulder), Liam Hendriks: 15-Day IL (hip), Alex Bregman: 10-Day IL (quadricep), Triston Casas: 60-Day IL (knee), Masataka Yoshida: 60-Day IL (shoulder), Kutter Crawford: 60-Day IL (knee), Tanner Houck: 15-Day IL (flexor), Chris Murphy: 60-Day IL (elbow), Patrick Sandoval: 60-Day IL (elbow)

Yankees Injuries

Luke Weaver: 15-Day IL (hamstring), Oswaldo Cabrera: 10-Day IL (ankle), Giancarlo Stanton: 60-Day IL (elbow), Marcus Stroman: 15-Day IL (knee), JT Brubaker: 60-Day IL (ribs), Jake Cousins: 60-Day IL (elbow), Gerrit Cole: 60-Day IL (elbow), Luis Gil: 60-Day IL (back)

In summary

The New York Yankees (42-27) face the Boston Red Sox (36-36) at Fenway Park on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at 1:35 p.m. EDT. The Yankees, leading the AL East, will start Max Fried (9-1, 1.84 ERA) against the Red Sox's Brayan Bello (2-1, 3.96 ERA). Boston holds a 4-1 advantage in the season series and is on a four-game home win streak. Key players include Aaron Judge for the Yankees and Ceddanne Rafaela for the Red Sox. The Yankees are favored with -192 odds, and the over/under is 8.5 runs. Both teams have significant players on their injury lists.

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