BOSTON — Trevor Story and Romy Gonzalez led the Boston Red Sox to a 7-3 victory over the Houston Astros on Saturday at Fenway Park, energizing the home crowd with significant home runs. Gonzalez blasted a homer on the first pitch the Red Sox faced, while Story delivered a two-run homer that propelled Boston ahead in the third inning.
Strong Offensive Effort and Defensive Support Seal Win
Alongside Story’s Red Sox homer, Abraham Toro contributed a two-run homer, marking one of three homers Boston sent over Fenway’s iconic left-field wall. Story also added an RBI double, helping Boston extend its lead and secure its third consecutive win. Houston’s Christian Walker connected for a second straight day with a two-run homer off Walker Buehler in the opening inning, but it was not enough to keep the Astros in front.
Bench Tensions Flare but Calm Quickly Returns
The game’s intensity peaked in the seventh inning when Astros reliever Héctor Neris voiced frustration toward the Red Sox dugout and third-base coach Kyle Hudson, leading to both teams clearing their benches and bullpens briefly. However, the situation was quickly diffused, allowing the game to proceed without further incident.
Key Moments Highlight Boston’s Resilience
After falling behind 2-0 early, the Red Sox responded decisively in the third inning against Colton Gordon, whose struggles continued as he allowed six runs in just over four innings. Story’s towering homer cleared a billboard above the Green Monster seats, setting the tone for Boston’s rally. Rob Refsnyder added an RBI single later in the inning, widening the gap to 4-2.
Effective Relief Pitching Shuts Down Astros Late
Boston’s bullpen was steady, delivering 4.2 scoreless innings. Justin Wilson entered in the fifth with runners on second and third and struck out both batters he faced, while closer Aroldis Chapman earned his 20th save by securing the final two outs.
Crucial Defensive Plays Keep Astros at Bay
The Astros threatened again in the eighth inning, loading the bases against Red Sox reliever Jordan Hicks. However, Carlos Correa struck out on a 99 m.p.h. fastball, ending the threat and preserving Boston’s lead.
Looking Ahead to Sunday’s Series Finale
The series will conclude Sunday with the Astros’ left-hander Framber Valdez, boasting an 11-4 record and a 2.62 ERA, facing off against Boston’s right-hander Lucas Giolito, who stands at 7-2 with a 3.80 ERA. Both teams will look to gain momentum in this matchup.
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Romy Gonzalez homered over the Green Monster on the first pitch faced by a Boston batter.”
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After beating the AL West leaders on Roman Anthony’s walk-off single in the series opener on Friday night, the Red Sox erased a quick 2-0 deficit when Story hit his drive in a three-run third against Colton Gordon (4-4) that pushed Boston ahead 4-2.
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Boston’s bullpen went 4.2 scoreless innings.
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