Houston Astros vs Boston Red Sox: Preview, predictions, odds, and how to watch ALCS Game 1 today

Houston Astros and Boston Red Sox will play tonight at 8:07 PM (ET) at Minute Maid Park in Houston for Game 1 of the American League Championship Series of the 2021 MLB season. Here, you'll find everything there is to know about this game, such as the match information, storylines, predictions, odds, and even how to watch it.

The Boston Red Sox overcame all adversity. They beat their lifelong rivals New York Yankees in the Wild Card round before surprisingly upsetting the Tampa Bay Rays in the American League Division Series.

Now, they'll face their toughest task yet when they try to slow down the Houston Astros' high-octane offense. This series will be must-watch television even for non-baseball fans around the world.

Houston Astros vs Boston Red Sox: Match Information

Date: Friday, October 15, 2071
Time: 8:07 pm (ET)
Starting Pitchers: Framber Valdez (Astros), Chris Sale (Red Sox)
Venue: Minute Maid Park, Houston

Houston Astros vs Boston Red Sox: Time By State In The U.S.

ET: 8:07 PM
CT: 7:07 PM
MT: 6:07 PM
PT: 5:07 PM

Houston Astros vs Boston Red Sox: Storylines

The Houston Astros make it to this round after knocking out the Chicago White Sox in convincing fashion. They were better on both sides of the ball and Dusty Baker once again outcoached Tony LaRussa.

The Boston Red Sox got hot when it mattered the most. Despite the doubts about their bullpen and with a J.D. Martínez that was far from 100%, this team proved again to be tailor-made for the postseason.

How To Watch Or Live Stream Free Houston Astros vs Boston Red Sox In The U.S.

The 2021 American League Championship Series game between Houston Astros and Boston Red Sox to be played on October 15 at Minute Maid Park in Houston will be broadcasted in the United States by FOX and Sportsnet.

Houston Astros vs Boston Red Sox: Odds and Predictions

Surprisingly, oddsmakers expect the Houston Astros to get the win even with Chris Sale on the mound. Right now, they're favored with odds of -140, while the game total is set at a whopping 8.5 runs.