Marcelo Mayer adjusts swing, hits home run in Red Sox loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 1:08 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Marcelo Mayer, Boston Red Sox shortstop, hit a solo home run in the third inning during a game against the Tampa Bay Rays on June 8. The home run tied the game 1-1. Mayer had struggled recently but changed his swing by implementing a toe tap, which he began practicing during a rain delay. Despite Mayer's effort, the Red Sox lost the game 3-1, marking their ongoing struggles on offense.
- •Mayer hit a solo home run to tie the game 1-1.
- •He made a change to his swing, adding a toe tap to his stance.
- •The home run was Boston's only score in a 3-1 loss.
- •Mayer was slashing.167/.215/.208 over his last 20 games prior to the game.
- 1:08 PMYahoo Sports — Marcelo Mayer Details Change To Swing Which Led To Home Run
"Mayer hit a solo home run in Monday's loss.
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