It has been a chaotic couple of days for the Boston Red Sox. On top of the fact that in the past two days alone Mookie Betts and Dustin Pedroia have landed on the 10-day disabled list, the Sox visibly had been overwhelmed by the Houston Astros. The reigning World Series champs cruised to victory in the first two contests of the four-game set at Minute Maid Park. And in that stretch, Drew Pomeranz’s struggles continued, while Chris Sale was knocked around for the second straight outing. At points Saturday, it looked like it was going to be more of the same the Sox. But thanks to a nice show of resilience, Boston resolve
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Red Sox’s Chris Sale Talks What Makes Houston Astros’ Offense So Good
Chris Sale knew he had his work cut out for him facing a Houston Astros lineup. The Boston Red Sox lefty gave up four runs on six hits in Friday night’s 7-3 loss at Minute Maid Park, but also was familiar with the Astros after facing them twice in the 2017 American League Division Series. After the game, he credited Houston’s offense, saying the team winning the World Series in 2017 speaks to just how good they are. To hear all of Sale’s comments, check out the “NESN Sports Today” video above, presented by People’s United Bank. ... NESN.com
Dodgers Force Game 7 With 3-1 Win Vs. Astros In World Series Game 6
Dodger Stadium will host a Game 7 for the first time. The Los Angeles Dodgers staved off elimination Tuesday night with a 3-1 win over the Houston Astros in Game 6 of the 2017 World Series. The series will be decided Wednesday in Game 7 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. It marks the first time since 2001 and 2002 that the World Series will go to a Game 7 in back-to-back seasons. The Chicago Cubs beat the Cleveland Indians on the road in Game 7 of last year’s Fall Classic. Astros center fielder George Springer got the scoring started with a solo home run in the third inning. The Dodgers took their first lead
Astros’ George Springer Wins World Series Game 2 Vs. Dodgers With Home Run
In an instant classic, the Houston Astros emerged victorious in a thrilling Game 2 of the 2017 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. After a game-tying homer in the ninth inning saved the Astros, two more homers — one each by Jose Altuve and Carlos Correa — in the 10th inning appeared to have sealed a win for Houston. But a home run by Yasiel Puig and another run by the Dodgers extended the game into the 11th frame at Dodger Stadium. That’s when George Springer blasted a two-run homer in the top of the 11th to give the Astros a 7-5 lead. The Dodgers got within 7-6 in the bottom of the
MLB Rumors: Astros, Mystery Team Pursuing Tigers’ Justin Verlander
The Major League Baseball season has reached the stretch run, and teams still have a short amount of time to add keys players that can help them clinch their spot in the postseason. Justin Verlander is by far the most intriguing name out there, and he just might be moved before the Aug. 31 deadline. MLB.com’s Jon Morosi reported Tuesday, citing sources, that “trade interest in Verlander has increased this week,” with the Houston Astros and one unknown suitor in the hunt. There is no doubt the Detroit Tigers ace could help a team like the Astros once they reach October, but the question is whether or not they are willing to pay
Drew Pomeranz Has Strong Outing For Red Sox In Boston’s Win Vs. Astros
Share this: Drew Pomeranz didn’t get the win Friday night, but he pitched well enough to in his team’s 2-1 win at Minute Maid Park. The Boston Red Sox left-hander ran into some trouble in the seventh inning when he allowed a run, but he otherwise had a strong outing. He allowed the one earned run on four hits with three walks and four strikeouts in 6 1/3 innings. Hear what Pomeranz and manager John Farrell said about the left-hander’s performance in the video from “NESN Sports Today,” presented by People’s United Bank, above. More Stories Source link
Red Sox Wrap: Mookie Betts, Drew Pomeranz Lift Boston To Win Vs. Astros
The Houston Astros have the best record in Major League Baseball, but the Boston Red Sox have Mookie Betts. And Betts was the difference Friday night in Game 1 of the three-game series at Minute Maid Park. Betts’ solo home run in the top of the eighth inning lifted the Red Sox to a 2-1 win over the Astros, and the right fielder also scored the Sox’s other run and saved one with his arm. Drew Pomeranz, meanwhile, had a strong outing on the mound against the best team in baseball. With the win, Boston improves to 38-29, while Houston falls to 45-23. Here’s how it all went down. GAME IN A WORDMookie.