Boston Red Sox vs Los Angeles Angels set for July 5 clash

The Boston Red Sox (39‑48) will face the Los Angeles Angels (36‑54) on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at Angel Stadium of Anaheim. Both clubs enter the game on five‑game losing streaks, with the Red Sox holding a slight edge in recent road performance (22‑21) and the Angels ranking 10th in AL slugging percentage (.391). Starting pitchers are Ranger Suarez for Boston (4‑3, 2.94 ERA) and Ryan Johnson for Los Angeles (1‑3, 7.40 ERA). Betting lines list the Red Sox as –164 favorites and the over/under at 8.5 runs.

Both squads are dealing with extensive injury lists. Boston’s notable absentees include pitcher Johan Oviedo (elbow) and shortstop Trevor Story (groin), while Los Angeles is without outfielder Mike Trout (hamstring) and catcher Logan O’Hoppe (day‑to‑day head injury), among many others on the IL. The matchup marks the third meeting of the season between the two fifth‑place AL teams.