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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Boston Red Sox vs Los Angeles Dodgers predictions for MLB Saturday.
The Los Angeles Dodgers will square off with the Boston Red Sox in MLB action at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium on Saturday, commencing at 9:10 PM ET.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto (11-6, 2.72 ERA) will be on the bump for the Dodgers, while the Red Sox have opted for Payton Tolle (6-6, 3.32 ERA).
Dimers' advanced MLB model projects the Dodgers as the most likely winner in this Red Sox vs. Dodgers prediction.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including best bets and picks.
Red Sox vs. Dodgers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Saturday's MLB matchup between the Red Sox and Dodgers, forming part of our MLB predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Dodgers a 63.8% chance of beating the Red Sox.
According to our model, the Red Sox (+1.5) have a 54.0% chance of covering the run line, while the 7.5-run over/under has a 54.8% chance of going over,.
Red Sox vs. Dodgers odds [8/1/2026]
We have sourced the best MLB odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Red Sox | Dodgers |
|---|---|---|
| Run Line | +1.5 (-133) | -1.5 (+127) |
| Moneyline | +165 | -167 |
| Total | o7.5 (+122) | u7.5 (-115) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Red Sox vs. Dodgers picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Run Line | Dodgers -1.5 | +127 |
| Moneyline | Dodgers | -167 |
| Total | Over 7.5 | +122 |
According to our MLB best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 7.5 total runs.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Red Sox vs. Dodgers game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's MLB action between the Dodgers and Red Sox at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium is scheduled to commence at 9:10 PM ET.
- Who: Boston Red Sox vs. Los Angeles Dodgers
- Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
- Time: 9:10 PM ET/6:10PM PT
- Venue: UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium
Conclusion
We predict the Dodgers, with a 63.8% win probability, will likely beat the Red Sox in Saturday's MLB matchup.
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