Red Sox offense excels again in 9-4 win over Diamondbacks at Fenway

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Red Sox offense excels again in 9-4 win over Diamondbacks at Fenway
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The Boston Red Sox recorded a 9-4 victory against the Arizona Diamondbacks on August 18 at Fenway Park, following a strong 11-1 win the previous night. Boston staked an early lead, scoring three runs in the first inning, but fell behind after a fourth-inning grand slam by Arizona’s Gabriel Moreno. The Red Sox responded quickly, regaining control by scoring six runs after the grand slam. Adley Rutschman and Mickey Gasper stood out offensively, combining for five RBIs. The win marked the Red Sox's third victory in their last four games, keeping them in contention for an American League playoff spot. They will aim for a series sweep on August 19, with Payton Tolle starting against Arizona's Brandon Pfaadt.

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  • Red Sox scored 20 runs in two games against the Diamondbacks.
  • Adley Rutschman hit a home run and had three RBIs.
  • Gabriel Moreno's grand slam briefly gave Arizona the lead.
  • Boston notched 13 hits, extending their offensive depth.
  • Payton Tolle will start against Brandon Pfaadt in the series finale.
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The Red Sox offense erupted for the second straight night, producing 13 hits and answering Arizona’s biggest punch in an encouraging Fenway Park victory.

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