The Cleveland Guardians secured a 6-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox in an exciting matchup on Thursday. José Ramírez played a pivotal role in the Guardians' win, hitting his sixth career grand slam and contributing three hits to the game. Will Brennan also made an impact with a solo homer, helping Cleveland maintain their position as the team with the best record in the American League at 18-7.
The Guardians' victory over the Red Sox marked their fifth win in the season series, finishing with a 5-2 record against Boston in just an 11-day span. Rafael Devers stood out for the Red Sox with three hits, while Rob Refsnyder and Jarren Duran also made notable contributions to their team's efforts.
Ramírez's grand slam off Chase Anderson was a key moment in the game, coming right after a missed opportunity for the Red Sox to end the inning. Despite Boston's efforts to narrow the lead with runs in the third and sixth innings, Cleveland managed to stay ahead. Ramírez added an insurance run in the seventh inning, showcasing his all-around performance.
The pitching duel saw Triston McKenzie striking out seven batters for the Guardians, while Hunter Gaddis earned the win with a solid relief appearance. Emmanuel Clase closed out the game with a perfect ninth inning, securing his eighth save of the season.
Both teams had players dealing with injuries, with Romy González still sidelined for the Red Sox due to a left wrist sprain. The Guardians welcomed James Karinchak back to the team, although he remains on the injured list until May 27.
Looking ahead, the Red Sox will face the Cubs in a three-game series at Fenway Park, with Kutter Crawford set to take the mound. The Guardians will travel to Atlanta for a series against the Braves, with Logan Allen scheduled to start against Chris Sale in the opening game.
Overall, the Guardians' victory over the Red Sox showcased their strong performance this season and sets the stage for exciting matchups to come.
