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Nothing like a little 9th-inning heroics to pick up the win, as the Boston Red Sox (31-27) scored 2 runs to end the game over the visiting Detroit Tigers (31-26).

While he did not record a decision, Boston starter Garrett Whitlock had a solid game in which he permitted 2 earned runs on 6 hits while striking out 10 in 6 2/3 of play; Game Score 64. Ryne Stanek tossed 1 1/3 innings of scoreless relief before turning the ball over to Liam Hendriks (3-3) who recorded the win for his 1 inning of scoreless play. The Red Sox were led on offense by Marcelo Mayer (2 for 3, Double, Run, RBI, Walk, Stolen Base), Pablo Reyes (2 for 4, Double), and Jarren Duran (1 for 4, Homerun, Run, RBI).

The Tigers squandered a fine start from Reese Olson who allowed just 1 earned run on 6 hits and 3 walks while striking out 6 in 7 innings of work; Game Score 64. Ty Adcock pitched a scoreless inning before turning the ball over to closer Jose Alvarez. While Alvarez (1-4) had been fairly solid as of late, he was tagged for 2 earned runs on 3 hits in 1/3 inning of play. Gio Urshela (2 for 4, Homerun, Run, 2 RBI) and Javier Baez (1 for 3, Stolen Base) played well in the loss.

Player of the Game: Garrett Whitlock (Season: #2)

AL East Standings: 3 GB, 2nd Place