The Boston Red Sox delivered a commanding performance on Sunday, defeating the Minnesota Twins 9-2 at Target Field in Minneapolis. This victory snapped the Twins’ impressive 12-game winning streak, which was the second-longest in their franchise history.
Before this game, the Red Sox faced a challenging period, suffering three consecutive losses, including two against the Twins. Their offense struggled notably, failing to hit a single home run in their three prior victories before the losing streak.
However, the Red Sox found their momentum in this matchup. In the fifth inning, Ceddanne Rafaela broke the team’s home run drought by sending a full-count pitch from Joe Ryan into the left-center-field seats for a two-run homer, putting Boston ahead 3-1.
“I was just focusing to hit the ball, and then good things happen,” Rafaela commented after the game.
The offensive surge continued with contributions from Vaughn Grissom and Dominic Smith, who each added two runs, extending the Red Sox’s lead to 7-1. Rafael Devers sealed the victory with a two-run homer in the ninth inning.
“Losing two out of three here stinks, but winning this one is very gratifying,” Red Sox manager Alex Cora stated. “It took a total team effort.”
The Red Sox’s victory not only ended the Twins’ winning streak but also showcased the resilience and depth of Boston’s roster. As the season progresses, both teams will be closely watched by fans and analysts worldwide, including a growing audience in Asia, where baseball continues to gain popularity.
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