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Willson Contreras stars with two home runs for Red Sox against Rangers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 3:25 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Willson Contreras stars with two home runs for Red Sox against Rangers

Summary

Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras hit two home runs on Sunday night in a game against the Texas Rangers. Despite the Red Sox's struggles this season, Contreras has emerged as a key player, leading the team with 16 home runs and a.304 batting average. Sportswriter Chad Finn compared his performance to that of Manny Ramirez, noting similarities in their statistics. Contreras is on pace for career highs in several categories this season. The Red Sox continue to navigate a challenging first half of the 2026 MLB season while showing flashes of potential.

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By the Numbers

•Contreras has 16 home runs and 43 RBIs this season
•He has a.304 batting average and.965 OPS
•Chad Finn likens his season to Manny Ramirez's peak years
•Red Sox struggling with a disappointing first half
•Contreras has potential to set new career highs

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3:25 PMYahoo Sports — Longtime Boston Sportswriter Says Red Sox's Willson Contreras 'Having A Manny Ramirez Season'

What they're saying

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Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras hit two home runs on Sunday night and is 'having a Manny Ramírez season,' according to The Boston Globe's Chad Finn.
— Yahoo Sports

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