Red Sox vs Nationals Predictions, Best Bets, and Picks

The Boston Red Sox aim for a series sweep against the Washington Nationals on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at Nationals Park. With ace Garrett Crochet on the mound and the offense firing on all cylinders, Boston looks to close out the first half of the season on a high note. This article provides a comprehensive betting overview, current odds, team previews, and WAGERBIRD Terminal picks for this matchup.

Game Prediction

Boston Red Sox

BOS

Jul 6

Starts at

1:35 pm

Nationals Park, Washington, D.C.

Washington Nationals

WSH

Jul 6

Starts at

1:35 pm

Nationals Park, Washington, D.C.

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Full game

First Five Innings Game Total: U 4.5

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Betting Overview

Matchup: Boston Red Sox vs. Washington Nationals
Date: Sunday, July 6, 2025
Time: 1:35 PM ET
Venue: Nationals Park, Washington, D.C.
Broadcast: NESN, MASN

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Betting Odds

Moneyline: Red Sox -268, Nationals +217
Run Line: Red Sox -1.5 (-159), Nationals +1.5 (+133)
Total: Over/Under 8 runs

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Preview of Red Sox vs Nationals Prediction

The Red Sox have dominated the series thus far, outscoring the Nationals 21-6 over the first two games. Boston's offense is clicking, with Trevor Story and Jarren Duran leading the charge. On the mound, Garrett Crochet (8-4, 2.34 ERA) brings his league-leading 144 strikeouts into the finale. Opponents are batting just .208 against him.

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The Nationals counter with Japanese rookie Shinnosuke Ogasawara, making his MLB debut. While Ogasawara's potential is intriguing, facing a surging Red Sox lineup in his first start presents a significant challenge.

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Red Sox vs Nationals Predictions

Here are the WAGERBIRD Terminal picks for this matchup, based on algorithmic modeling and confidence scoring.

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Free Pick:

Pick: First Five Innings Game Total: U 4.5
Confidence: 58

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Gated Picks (Terminal Access Required):

Full Game Game Total: Confidence: 61
Full Game BOS Team Total: Confidence: 72

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FAQs

What chance does Boston have of beating Washington?

Given the Red Sox's current form and the Nationals' struggles, Boston has a strong chance of completing the sweep. The combination of a potent offense and Garrett Crochet's dominance on the mound positions them favorably.

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How many times has Boston beaten Washington?

The Red Sox have a favorable historical record against the Nationals, including victories in the first two games of this series. For detailed head-to-head statistics, refer to official MLB records or team websites.

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