Game Recap
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Mayer Gets It Started: Marcelo Mayer kicked things off with a solo home run in the 2nd inning, taking Luis Castillo deep and putting the Red Sox on the board first at 1–0.
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Mariners Tie It Up: Seattle quickly responded when a wild pitch from Garrett Crochet allowed Randy Arozarena to score and tie the game at 1–1.
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Story Seals the Deal: In the 4th inning, Trevor Story blasted a clutch two-run homer, putting Boston ahead 3–1 — a lead they held onto for the rest of the game.
Key Highlights
a) Garrett Crochet – The Trusted Arm
Crochet was the star of the night, pitching 6 innings, giving up only 1 run, 6 hits, striking out 8, and issuing no walks. His command and poise kept the Mariners in check and gave Boston the foundation for the win.
b) The Bullpen Shuts It Down
Relievers Garrett Whitlock, Aroldis Chapman, and Greg Weissert combined to shut down the Mariners through the final innings. Weissert earned his 3rd save of the season, locking up the 3–1 victory.
c) Mayer & Story Deliver Offensively
Though Boston didn’t rack up a ton of runs, the two homers — Mayer’s solo and Story’s two-run shot — were perfectly timed and proved decisive. Every run counted, and these two players delivered when it mattered most.
Why It Matters
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7 Wins in 8 Games: The Red Sox have now won 7 of their last 8 games, and this 3–1 victory gave them a 2–1 series win over the Mariners.
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Poised and Controlled: Even without explosive offense, Boston showed discipline, smart pitching, and capitalized on limited opportunities.
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Post-Devers Energy Boost: This win — their first after the shocking trade involving Rafael Devers — may signal a mental turning point for the team, anchored by Crochet’s confidence and Story’s veteran presence.
Room for Growth
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Offensive Depth Still Lacking: The Red Sox relied heavily on two big hits. They’ll need more consistency throughout the lineup as the season intensifies.
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Upcoming Pressure: Boston will face tougher competition soon, so sustaining this momentum — especially with pitching — will be crucial for playoff hopes.
Final Thoughts
The 3–1 win over Seattle wasn’t just another tick in the win column — it was a statement. With Garrett Crochet commanding the mound and the Mayer–Story combo producing timely offense, the Red Sox are shaping into a cold-blooded, opportunistic team — and one to watch as the playoff race heats up.