Red Sox series loss to Rockies highlighted by Marcelo Mayer error

The Boston Red Sox dropped their series against the Colorado Rockies, managing only one win in three games. After a 3-2 defeat in the opener, the Red Sox won 5-2 on Tuesday to tie the series. In the rubber match, a crucial seventh-inning error by Marcelo Mayer, who had entered the game due to an injury to Caleb Durbin, allowed the Rockies to tie the game at 6-6. The error occurred with two outs on a routine grounder, leading to three runs scored by Colorado. The Red Sox now face pressure to address their recent struggles as the trade deadline approaches.

• 11:32 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Drop Rockies Series After Crucial Marcelo Mayer Error