Red Sox lose to Guardians as opener falters in first inning
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 30, 2026, 3:50 AM
Last updated May 30, 2026
The Boston Red Sox fell to the Cleveland Guardians on Friday after a four-run first inning against opener Tyler Samaniego. Despite a strong performance from pitcher Brayan Bello, who managed to keep the Guardians in check following the rough opening, the Red Sox could not recover. The loss adds to Boston's struggles this season, with the team continuing to seek consistency and improvement in critical moments. The Red Sox will look to bounce back in their next game against the Guardians.
- •Red Sox lose to Guardians 4-2 on Friday night
- •Tyler Samaniego allowed four runs in the first inning
- •Brayan Bello's performance went unrewarded in the loss
- •Boston seeks recovery in next game against Cleveland
- •Team's playoff hopes dwindle with continued losses
- 3:50 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox reactions: Opener dooms Boston, stellar Brayan Bello outing wasted in loss to Guardians
"The Red Sox lost again Friday, with a four-run Guardians first inning against opener Tyler Samaniego being too much to overcome.
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