Red Sox Overcome Deficit, Avoid Comeback Loss
Late-Inning Heroics Secure Victory
Boston Rallies for 7-5 Triumph
The Boston Red Sox held on for a 7-5 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday night, snapping a two-game losing streak and avoiding a comeback loss.
Key Moments:
* The Tigers jumped out to an early 3-0 lead in the first inning, but the Red Sox chipped away at the deficit with single runs in the second and third innings. * Boston took the lead for good in the fifth inning on a two-run homer by Rafael Devers, his second of the game. * The Tigers pulled within one run in the ninth inning, but Garrett Whitlock struck out the final two batters to secure the save.
Offensive Standouts:
* Devers led the Red Sox offense with three hits, including two homers and four RBIs. * Xander Bogaerts also had a strong game, going 3-for-5 with two doubles and an RBI.
Pitching Performance:
* Red Sox starter Nathan Eovaldi gave up three runs on eight hits over five innings, striking out six batters. * The bullpen pitched four innings of one-run ball, with Whitlock earning the save.
Defensive Highlights:
* The Red Sox defense turned two double plays and made several key plays in the field to help secure the victory.
Post-Game Quotes:
* "It was a great team win," said Red Sox manager Alex Cora. "We battled back from an early deficit and got some big hits when we needed them." * "I'm just glad I could come through for my team," said Devers. "It was a big win for us."
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