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Devers' Walk-Off Home Run Ends Red Sox Skid in Thrilling Comeback

Boston rallied from a five-run deficit to defeat Atlanta 7-6, snapping a four-game losing streak and reigniting their season momentum.

May 17, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox designated hitter Rafael Devers (11) hits a walk off home run against the Atlanta Braves during the ninth inning at Fenway Park. Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images
May 17, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA;  Minnesota Twins designated hitter Ryan Jeffers (27) hits a double in the third inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Benny Sieu-Imagn Images
DETROIT, MICHIGAN - MAY 13: Rafael Devers #11 of the Boston Red Sox looks on against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on May 13, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)
May 17, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays third base Ernie Clement (22) celebrates after hitting a walk off single to defeat the Detroit Tigers during the ninth inning in their MLB game at Rogers Centre. Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Rafael Devers hit his first career walk-off home run in the ninth inning, securing a dramatic 7-6 win for the Red Sox over the Braves.
  • Boston overcame an early 5-0 deficit, with Jarren Duran contributing a two-run homer and a game-tying two-run single in the eighth inning.
  • Aroldis Chapman pitched a scoreless ninth inning with three strikeouts, earning the win and preserving the comeback opportunity.
  • Starting pitcher Lucas Giolito struggled, allowing six runs over four innings, but Boston's bullpen delivered five shutout innings to stabilize the game.
  • The victory improved Boston's record to 23-24 and ended an eight-game streak of one-run losses, providing a potential turning point for the team.