The Washington Nationals are set to take on the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on May 11, 2024, with the first pitch scheduled for 4:10 PM under scattered clouds. Jake Irvin will start for the Nationals, entering the game with a 3.724 ERA, while Cooper Criswell, who holds a 1.742 ERA, will take the mound for the Red Sox.

Currently, the Nationals stand 7th in the NL East with a 19-18 record, showing strength in recent outings with six wins in their last ten games, including a current streak of one win. They have shown mixed results both at home (7-10) and on the road (12-8), tallying 156 runs scored against 160 allowed. On the other hand, the Red Sox are positioned 9th in the AL East, maintaining a balanced 19-19 record. Despite their struggle within the division and currently facing a three-game losing streak, the Red Sox maintain a fairly steady performance with a home record of 7-10 and stronger showings in road games (12-9).

Considering the odds for this matchup, the Red Sox are favored to win with a moneyline of -162 compared to the Nationals at +135. The point spread is set at -1.5, indicating expectations for a relatively close game, while the over/under is pegged at 8.5, which could suggest a moderate scoring affair based on recent performances and pitcher stats.