Red Sox fall to Twins in the rain
The Boston Globe • • sports
Key Points:
- The Boston Red Sox were swept by the Minnesota Twins, losing a close game where a dropped throw by catcher Carlos Narváez proved costly in a one-run defeat.
- Red Sox manager Tracy had to use setup man Garrett Whitlock unusually early due to a short start by Sonny Gray, but Whitlock and other relievers struggled to hold the lead.
- The game featured challenging weather conditions with steady rain, contributing to defensive miscues and a difficult playing environment for both teams.
- Despite multiple comeback opportunities, including a dramatic ninth inning with a near walkoff hit by Isiah Kiner-Falefa, the Red Sox failed to capitalize and remain 22-30 overall with the worst home record in MLB.
- The loss continues a disappointing stretch for Boston, highlighting ongoing struggles to produce timely hitting and maintain consistent pitching, with the team facing pressure to reverse its fortunes.