Exciting Series: Betts vs. Jansen in Boston vs. LA - Sports

Iconic Franchise Players Swapping Cities

The highly anticipated three - game series between the Boston Red Sox and the Los Angeles Dodgers is set to kick off at Dodger Stadium this Friday . This series will see franchise icons , Mookie Betts and Kenley Jansen , facing off against their former teams , bringing an extra layer of excitement to the matchup.

 Mookie Betts gained fame in Boston , playing a pivotal role in the Red Sox 's World Series victory and establishing numerous records during his time with the team . On the other hand , Kenley Jansen is considered one of the greatest players in Los Angeles Dodgers ' history , holding the franchise 's saves record and clinching a World Series championship with the team.

Differences in Fan Bases : Boston vs. Los Angeles

As Betts dons the iconic Dodger blue in LA , and Jansen sports the traditional red socks in Boston , the two players took the opportunity to discuss the contrasting fan bases of the two cities . Betts highlighted the varied sports allegiances in Los Angeles , where fans may support different teams across various leagues , such as the Lakers , Dodgers , Rams , and Chargers . In contrast , Boston is known for its unwavering support for all major sports teams , including the Celtics , Patriots , Red Sox , and Bruins.

 Jansen echoed Betts ' sentiments , emphasizing that Boston is more of a unified " sports town " compared to the diverse fan base in Los Angeles.

Despite the differences , both players recognized the passion and loyalty of fans in each city , adding an intriguing dynamic to the upcoming series.

Series Expectations and Player Injuries

Unfortunately , Betts will not be able to participate in the series against the Red Sox due to a hand fracture sustained earlier in the season . However , Jansen is poised to take the mound if needed , marking his second appearance at Dodger Stadium as a visitor . While Betts jokingly mentioned that LA might have better food , the Red Sox have a slight advantage heading into the series at Chavez Ravine , setting the stage for an exciting matchup between the two historic franchises.