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Red Sox Aim to Complete Three-Game Sweep as Crochet Faces Ogasawara Debut

Washington turns to rookie Shinnosuke Ogasawara in the wake of consecutive seven-run losses that mark its worst skid since 2006.

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Jun 24, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Boston Red Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet (35) throws against the Los Angeles Angels during the first inning at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Garrett Crochet is set to start Sunday’s finale at Nationals Park as Boston bids for its first three-game sweep of Washington this season.
  • The Red Sox have erupted for 11-2 and 10-3 wins in the first two games, including back-to-back seven-run innings, after ending a nine-game road trip.
  • Washington’s defense has faltered with three errors leading to six unearned runs and back-to-back seven-run defeats for the first time since July 2006.
  • Japanese left-hander Shinnosuke Ogasawara will make his major league debut as the Nationals’ first player signed directly from Asia.
  • Boston sits at an even 45-45 with a .425 slugging percentage that ranks third in the American League, while Washington is 37-52 overall.