In a thrilling game on Patriots’ Day, Ceddanne Rafaela delivered a tie-breaking two-run single in the seventh inning, helping the Boston Red Sox defeat the Detroit Tigers 8-6. The Red Sox ended a two-game losing streak and split their four-game series with the Tigers. The game coincided with the Boston Marathon, as the Red Sox wore special “Boston” jerseys, first introduced after the 2013 marathon bombings.
Isiah Kiner-Falefa also contributed a two-run single for the Red Sox. Sonny Gray left early due to hamstring tightness, but Garrett Whitlock pitched effectively for his second victory, while Aroldis Chapman secured his fourth save.
Astros Defeat Guardians with Homerun Show
Houston Astros defeated Cleveland Guardians 9-2. Isaac Paredes hit his first two home runs of the season, and Christian Walker snapped a 15-game slump with three hits and three RBIs. Paredes’ leadoff homer in the fourth sparked a four-run inning.
Cincinnati’s Rookie Stars Shine
Rookie Sal Stewart starred in Cincinnati’s 6-3 win over Tampa Bay, homering twice, doubling, stealing a base, and scoring twice. His two-run homer ended a scoreless streak by Tampa’s starter. With eight RBIs and 13 extra-base hits, Stewart leads rookies in multiple categories.
Marlins Edge Cardinals
Agustín Ramírez homered and Max Meyer pitched effectively into the sixth inning as Miami Marlins beat St. Louis Cardinals 5-3, ending their five-game winning streak. Meyer allowed two runs on three hits and eight strikeouts before leaving due to pitch count.
Atlanta Wins Sixth Straight
Matt Olson had three RBIs and Bryce Elder pitched six strong innings as Atlanta Braves defeated Washington Nationals 7-2 for their sixth straight win. Ronald Acuña Jr. was hit by pitches but avoided serious injury.
Cubs Extend Win Streak
Colin Rea pitched into the seventh inning, leading Chicago Cubs to a 5-1 win over Philadelphia Phillies, extending their winning streak to six games. Dansby Swanson hit a three-run homer, and the Cubs’ defense supported Rea’s solid outing. The Phillies dropped their sixth straight game.
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