Red Sox crush Guardians 9-1 behind Gray's dominance and late offensive explosion
The Boston Red Sox secured a commanding 9-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Saturday. Sloppy defence from Cleveland, including a season-high four errors, helped Boston pull away late in the game. Sonny Gray delivered a strong performance for the Red Sox, allowing just one run over six innings. His effort marked his fourth win in May, making him the fourth American League starter to achieve that total this season.
The Guardians’ only run came in the early stages, courtesy of an RBI double by José Ramírez. But Boston took control in the sixth when Connor Wong smashed a go-ahead double.
The game broke open in the ninth inning. Boston exploded for six runs, with Jarren Duran sealing the win with a three-run home run. Both Wong and Duran finished with three RBIs each, powering the Red Sox offence.
Cleveland’s struggles in the field worsened as they committed four errors—their highest total of the season. The miscues allowed Boston to extend their lead comfortably.
The two teams will meet again on Sunday for the series finale. The win moves Boston forward with momentum, while Cleveland will look to regroup after a costly defensive outing. Gray’s fourth May victory and the late offensive surge highlight the Red Sox’s strong form heading into the next matchup.
