Overview
- Nathan Eovaldi pitched six effective innings, allowing one run on five hits while striking out seven, securing his third win of the season.
- The Rangers' offense, revitalized under new hitting coach Bret Boone, collected 16 hits, including a seven-hit, five-run fourth inning sparked by back-to-back ground-rule doubles from Corey Seager and Joc Pederson.
- Boston's Lucas Giolito struggled in his second start, surrendering six runs on 10 hits in just 3⅔ innings, marking the Red Sox's fifth loss in their last six games.
- The Red Sox bullpen remains a concern, with the team tied for the league's worst blown-save total, highlighting ongoing pitching struggles.
- Texas secured consecutive wins for the first time since mid-April, improving to 4-1 against Boston this season and gaining momentum in the series.