Boston Red Sox Home Underdog After a Win Betting Trend
ATS Record, ROI Analysis & Historical Performance Data (2014-2024)
The public often underestimates the Boston Red Sox in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as home underdog after a win, the Boston Red Sox hold a record of 95-21-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a +56.4% return on investment—meaning a bettor wagering $100 per game would be up $65 over this period.
Year-by-Year Performance
| Season | Record | Win % | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 6-3-0 | 0.0% | +27.3% |
| 2015 | 6-3-0 | 0.0% | +27.3% |
| 2016 | 14-3-0 | 0.0% | +57.2% |
| 2017 | 9-1-0 | 0.0% | +71.8% |
| 2018 | 12-1-0 | 0.0% | +76.2% |
| 2019 | 8-2-0 | 0.0% | +52.7% |
| 2020 | 9-1-0 | 0.0% | +71.8% |
| 2021 | 6-1-0 | 0.0% | +63.6% |
| 2022 | 10-1-0 | 0.0% | +73.5% |
| 2023 | 6-3-0 | 0.0% | +27.3% |
| 2024 | 9-2-0 | 0.0% | +56.2% |
Why This Trend Exists
The Red Sox's dominance as home underdogs following victories stems from a perfect storm of psychological momentum and market inefficiency. When Boston wins on the road or against quality opposition, they return to Fenway Park with elevated confidence while oddsmakers often overreact to their previous opponent's strength or recent struggles. The intimate confines of Fenway amplify this momentum effect, as players feed off the energy of a crowd that remembers yesterday's success. Boston's organizational culture plays a crucial role here. The franchise has consistently emphasized resilience and responding to adversity, traits that become magnified when they're disrespected by the betting market at home. Players who might press in other situations often relax when they're not expected to win, leading to more natural at-bats and aggressive base-running that catches opponents off-guard. The market consistently undervalues Boston's ability to carry positive momentum into Fenway, particularly against American League East rivals who know the ballpark's quirks can quickly flip a game. Bettors should target this spot when the Red Sox face divisional opponents or teams with struggling road pitching, as the combination of familiarity and confidence creates the most explosive value. This trend matters most during summer homestands when Fenway's atmosphere peaks and visiting pitchers struggle with the Green Monster's psychological impact.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Boston Red Sox's ATS record as home underdog after a win?
The Boston Red Sox have an outstanding 95-21-0 ATS record as home underdog after a win from 2014-2024. This represents a remarkable 81.9% ATS win rate over 116 games.
Is betting on the Boston Red Sox as home underdog after a win profitable?
Yes, betting on the Red Sox as home underdog after a win has been extremely profitable with a 56.4% ROI. This trend has generated consistent returns over the 11-year period from 2014-2024.
How does this compare to the league average?
This 81.9% ATS win rate significantly outperforms the typical 50% league average for ATS betting. The Red Sox's performance in this specific situation is exceptionally strong compared to other MLB teams.
BACK This Trend
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All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.