The Boston Red Sox (65-54) and the Houston Astros (66-52) open a 3-game series Monday at Daikin Park. First pitch is scheduled for 8:10 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's MLB odds around the Red Sox vs. Astros odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Red Sox lead 3-0

Boston has dropped 3 of its last 4 games after falling 6-2 at the San Diego Padres Sunday, failing to cash as a +131 underdog. 1B Romy Gonzalez drove in the Red Sox’s only run as Boston was outhit 9-5 in the loss.

Houston has won 2 of its last 3 after handling the New York Yankees 7-1 Sunday, cashing as a +190 road underdog. The Astros outhit the Yankees 12-3 in the winning effort.

Red Sox at Astros projected starters

LHP Garrett Crochet vs. RHP Cristi

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