ARLINGTON, Texas — Coming off a thrilling win in the team’s season-opener, the Red Sox will look to keep their momentum going Friday when Tanner Houck takes the mound for his first start of the year.

Houck enjoyed a breakout season in 2024, earning his first career All-Star nod while establishing himself as a frontline starting pitcher. The right-hander posted a 3.12 ERA and 154 strikeouts in 178.2 innings and 30 starts, all of which were career bests over a full season of work.

The 28-year-old endured a rocky spring, especially in his last start when he gave up 10 runs in 3.2 innings in a blowout loss, but manager Alex Cora said he expects Houck will be ready to go now that the regular season is here.

Houck will face off against Texas Rangers right-hander Jack Leiter, and the Red Sox will trot out the same lineup they used on Opening Day.

Where: Globe Life Field, Arlington, Texas

Broadcast info: NESN, WEEI 93.7 FM

Tanner Houck will make his first start of the season as the Red Sox look to carry their momentum after a big Opening Day win over the Rangers.{ai:summary}The Red Sox aim to build on their season-opening victory as Tanner Houck makes his first start of the year against the Texas Rangers. Houck, who had a breakout 2024 season with a 3.12 ERA and 154 strikeouts, looks to bounce back from a challenging spring.The Red Sox will use the same lineup from Opening Day, featuring key players like Rafael Devers and Alex Bregman. The game is set for 8:05 p.m. ET at Globe Life Field. #sports

Red Sox lineup: Tanner Houck to make first start of the season

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