The Boston Red Sox secured a 7-1 victory over the New York Yankees on Saturday, with the game turning in favor of the Red Sox after Gerrit Cole intentionally walked Rafael Devers with no one on base. Manager Alex Cora believed Cole did this on purpose to avoid pitching to Devers, spurring a three-run fourth inning for the Red Sox. Devers, who had a challenging day at the plate, later added a two-run single in the fifth inning. Cole, the reigning AL Cy Young Award winner, struggled after the intentional walk, allowing seven runs and hitting three batters before being pulled in the fourth inning.
Boston’s Brayan Bello pitched a solid game, giving up just one run and four hits in 5 1/3 innings. The win puts the Red Sox at a 75-74 record, 4 1/2 games behind the Minnesota Twins for the last AL wild card spot.
Devers’ intentional walk by Cole was a strategic move that paid off for the Red Sox, as they capitalized on the opportunity and took control of the game. The victory was crucial for the Red Sox as they continue to push for a playoff spot in a competitive AL Wild Card race. The momentum from this game could be a turning point in their season as they look to overcome the Twins, Detroit Tigers, and Seattle Mariners in the standings.
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