This is a 9* PITCHING MISMATCH on the Red Sox.

Boston is now 3-4 after opening this three-game series with a 6-3 win yesterday.

The Red Sox were swept at home by the Pirates, and I expect them to keep the foot on the gas here Saturday afternoon in what I feel is a big starting pitching mismatch that works in their favor.

The visitors go with Tanner Houck (1-0, 5.40 ERA), who gave up three runs and struck out five vs. Baltimore in his season debut.

Detroit counters with Joey Wentz (0-1, 5.06), who allowed three runs over five innings on the same afternoon in Tampa Bay.

Houck was 3-0 with a 1.85 ERA on the road last season, and I believe he's the correct call here on Saturday afternoon.

Lay the price, the play is BOSTON.

Good luck, NP