During Boston's nine-game stretch after the All-Star break against top National League contenders, one slugger stood out above the rest. Philadelphia Phillies star Kyle Schwarber pumped long home runs against Red Sox pitching on back-to-back nights, helping take two of three from his former team.

Preview the July 23 matchup between the Philadelphia Phillies and Boston Red Sox with odds over/under, game spread, betting lines and more.

The Boston Red Sox are likely planning for the trade deadline and postseason. However, Alex Cora already has one eye on free agency.

The Red Sox dropped their series opener with the Phillies, 3-2 in 10 innings, as Philadelphia came away with the walkoff win despite not putting the ball in play. Two walks, a wild pitch, and a catcher’s-interference call on Carlos Narváez doomed the Sox and spoiled a nice outing by Walker Buehler, who allowed two runs in seven innings.