Wilyer Abreu leads Red Sox with home runs as win streak continues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 2:44 AM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Wilyer Abreu's two home runs helped the Boston Red Sox win their 12th consecutive game against an unspecified opponent on Saturday night. Abreu's performance has been pivotal, as the team improved to 49-48 on the season. The right fielder is becoming a key player for Boston, showcasing his hitting skills following the All-Star Break. With the consistency shown, he is now in position to achieve a rare feat, aiming for a third multi-home run game in a row on Sunday.
- •Red Sox have won 12 games in a row.
- •Abreu is first Red Sox player with consecutive multi-HR games since 2016.
- •Team's record improves to 49-48.
- •Abreu aims to become fifth MLB player with three multi-HR games in a row.
- 2:44 AMYahoo Sports — Wilyer Abreu's Smooth Swing, Bat Spike Help Red Sox Preserve Win Streak
"Abreu is showing up right when Boston needs the lefty slugger to do his thing.
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