Candelario's Two Homers Propel Reds to Victory Over Red Sox

Andrew Abbott's 10 strikeouts and key defensive plays secure 5-2 win in series opener

Jeimer Candelario hit two solo home runs, bringing his season total to a team-leading 14.
Andrew Abbott struck out a season-high 10 batters over 5 2/3 innings, allowing only two runs.
The Reds capitalized on Red Sox errors in the seventh inning to extend their lead.
Jonathan India also contributed with a solo home run in the second inning.
The win breaks the Reds' recent slump and halts Boston's five-game winning streak.