In a thrilling game on Friday night, the Boston Red Sox emerged victorious over the Texas Rangers with an 11-6 win at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. Wilyer Abreu contributed significantly to the Red Sox’s success with a two-run homer and an RBI single, while Nick Sogard had a two-run single for his first big league hit. The Red Sox’s offense was aggressive early in counts but focused on quality at-bats, according to manager Alex Cora.
Corey Seager hit two solo home runs for the Rangers, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Boston’s impressive offensive display. Red Sox starter Kutter Crawford allowed four home runs but earned the win, thanks to solid run support from his team. The Rangers have now lost three consecutive games, struggling to find consistency after a brief winning streak that brought them close to a .500 record.
The Red Sox, who are chasing a wild card spot, have won consecutive games for the first time since the All-Star break. With the win, they remain two games behind the Minnesota Twins for the American League’s third wild card spot. The game also marked the debut of 26-year-old Nick Sogard, who made a strong impression with his hit and two RBIs.
Looking ahead, the Red Sox will have All-Star right-hander Tanner Houck on the mound for Saturday night’s game, while the Rangers have yet to announce their starting pitcher. Boston will aim to continue their winning momentum as they push towards the playoffs.
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