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Red Sox Rally Falls Short in Late-Game Thriller
10 Jun
Summary
- Red Sox staged a four-run rally in the eighth inning.
- Ceddanne Rafaela hit a crucial three-run homer.
- Tampa Bay secured a 7-5 victory, completing a sweep.
Wednesday's game saw the Red Sox stage a late comeback attempt against the Tampa Bay Rays, ultimately falling 7-5. Trailing by five runs heading into the eighth inning, Boston rallied for four runs, cutting the deficit to one.
Ceddanne Rafaela's three-run home run highlighted the offensive surge. However, the Rays quickly responded, effectively sealing the victory with a two-run home run in the bottom of the eighth. This loss completed a three-game sweep for Tampa Bay.
The Red Sox offense struggled significantly for most of the game, particularly against Rays starter Drew Rasmussen, who pitched seven shutout innings with 13 strikeouts. The top of the Red Sox lineup had an unprecedented outing, with the first three batters striking out in each of their initial three plate appearances.
Red Sox interim manager Chad Tracy acknowledged the team's effort in getting back into the game but emphasized the need for wins. The team's record now stands at 27-39, with significant struggles when trailing late in games. The Red Sox are set to open a series against the Texas Rangers on Friday.
