The Red Sox suffered a devastating loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers, as their bullpen imploded in the eighth inning, turning a 1-0 lead into a 4-1 deficit after a grand slam by Freddie Freeman off lefty Brennan Bernardino. The loss was particularly difficult for Bernardino, who was pitching in his hometown of L.A. with family in attendance. Despite the setback, Bernardino remained philosophical, acknowledging that the game has its ups and downs, and expressing confidence that he would bounce back in the future.
The Red Sox had been dominant in games where they led after seven innings, boasting a 42-2 record prior to this defeat. The team’s manager, Alex Cora, refused to make excuses for the loss, emphasizing the need to move forward and trust in the players available. The team was missing key relievers Justin Slaten and Chris Martin due to injury, but Cora maintained confidence in the roster.
The game was seen as a crucial opportunity for the Red Sox to build momentum in the second half of the season, making the loss all the more disappointing. While the defeat was a tough pill to swallow, the team remained focused on the future and getting back on track in the upcoming games.
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