Stella Lefty’s “Boston” holds overwhelming market-implied odds for the Billboard Hot 100’s No. 2 spot in the week of October 3 because it has maintained a firm grip on the runner-up position behind Ella Langley’s long-running “Choosin’ Texas,” fueled by consistent multi-format radio airplay, strong streaming numbers, and sustained fan engagement since its spring breakout. The track’s country-pop crossover appeal, TikTok-driven momentum, and interpolation of Noah Kahan’s “Stick Season” helped it climb steadily to a peak at No. 2 earlier in the summer, with recent charts showing it holding steady amid a crowded field that includes tracks from Taylor Swift, Morgan Wallen, and Ariana Grande. Traders see limited near-term catalysts that could dislodge it before the October chart window, though a sudden surge from a new release or accelerated decline in streams could still create an upset scenario.