The Boston Red Sox begin a three-game series with the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday. A Parade Of SouthpawsStarting pitching hasn’t been strong for the Red Sox in September. How the rotation performs will play a huge factor in the series, and the Red Sox are set up well. If Red Sox pitchers can navigate through those at-bats, the Rays will have a hard time scoring runs. Forget About The Curveball FastballWhile the Red Sox might have an advantage in terms of handedness, the Rays have a counter.