Fierce Rivalry Continues
The storied rivalry between the Yankees and the Red Sox took center stage again at Fenway Park in the second game of a three-game series. The Red Sox lineup dismantled Yankees’ star left-hander Carlos Rodon, securing an 8-4 victory and tying the series.
Red Sox Fire Up Early
After a disappointing 1-8 loss in the first game, the Red Sox came out swinging in the first inning, delighting the 36,673 fans in attendance. They quickly racked up three runs with four hits, taking an early lead. The Yankees responded in the bottom half, with DJ LeMahieu’s clutch hit driving in two runs, narrowing the gap.
Rodon Struggles
Rodon continued to struggle in the second inning. Rafael Devers hit a crucial double to center field, driving in two more runs and extending the Red Sox lead to 5-2. Rodon’s night ended after five innings, having allowed seven hits and five runs, while striking out seven and walking three, raising his ERA to 3.28.
Soto’s Solo Shot
The Yankees’ offense showed signs of life in the seventh inning when star slugger Juan Soto launched a solo home run to center field, marking his 18th of the season. Despite this effort, the Red Sox answered back with another run in the bottom half, maintaining their lead.
Late-Inning Exchanges
In the eighth inning, the Yankees managed to score another run, but the Red Sox promptly responded with two more runs, solidifying their 8-4 win. Rodon, who signed a six-year, $162 million contract (approximately NT$5 billion) with the Yankees, suffered his third loss of the season, ending the Yankees’ seven-game winning streak.
Summary
Despite Soto’s powerful homer and the Yankees’ attempts to rally, the Red Sox’s consistent offense and early dominance were too much to overcome. The series now stands tied, with both teams looking to claim the final game in this classic rivalry showdown. (Casinoplus)