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The Boston Red Sox secured their fifth consecutive victory by triumphing over the San Francisco Giants with a 3-2 score on Friday night at Oracle Park.
With this win, the Red Sox improved their season record to 56-47, while the Giants slipped to 56-48.
Key Takeaway:
Continuing their impressive performance in July, the Red Sox started their West Coast road trip with a strong showing against the Giants, maintaining their winning momentum.
Pitcher Kutter Crawford played a crucial role, going 5 2/3 innings against a challenging National League team and playoff contender like the Giants. He conceded only one earned run off three hits before handing it over to the bullpen.
Star Performers:
Triston Casas played a pivotal role in securing the victory, contributing two RBIs with a solo home run and a double. His outstanding July form continued, adding to his .365 batting average for the month.
Kutter Crawford delivered a solid performance on the mound, holding the Giants to one run off three hits and a walk, striking out seven hitters in the process.
Rob Refsnyder emerged as the game-decider with a crucial pinch-hit RBI single in the eighth inning, a testament to manager Alex Cora’s strategic decision.
Wager Watch:
Adam Duvall exceeded expectations set by FanDuel Sportsbook, hitting his fourth double of the month and 13th of the season. A $100 wager on him would have resulted in a $510 payout.
Next Game:
The Red Sox and Giants will continue their three-game series on Saturday night at Oracle Park, with the first pitch scheduled for 7:15 p.m. ET, and the game airing on FOX. The series finale will be broadcast on NESN on Sunday at 4:05 p.m. ET, preceded by an hour of pregame coverage.
Source: NESN