LiontipsHouston Astros vs Boston Red Sox. Prediction and Betting Tips for MLB (October 16, 2021).
Command Analysis
The Houston Astros have defeated the Chicago White Sox in the quarterfinal series (6:1, 9:4, 6:12, and 10:1). Dusty Baker's charges were very confident at their home pitch and showed weakness only in the first away game. In the last game of the series at Chicago, the Astros pulled themselves together and won a ticket to the next round.
In the previous round,the Boston Red Sox knocked out one of the main contenders for the title, the winners of the American League, Tampa Bay Rays. Alex Cora's men were crushed at home in the first game of the quarterfinal series, but then recorded three victories in a row and advanced to the semifinals (0:5, 14:6, 6:4, and 6:5).
Trends
- The Houston Astros lost 3 out of 10 previous home games
- The Boston Red Sox won 8 out of 10 previous games
- The Boston Red Sox won 5 out of 10 last games at Houston
Tip and bets
Both sides had difficult opponents in the quarterfinals, and the Red Sox created a sensation by knocking out the Rays. The Red Sox have gained perfect form at the end of the season and are often earning hard-willed victories with minimal advantage.
The Astros have a good record against the Red Sox at home, but the visitors' form suggests that the opening game will be very difficult for the hosts. Boston had more time to recover and we believe that they will be better prepared for the first game. The last meeting between the clubs at Houston ended with the victory of the Red Sox.
We expect bitter struggle and give an edge to the visitors. Our prediction - the Boston Red Sox to win.
