Overview
- Cincinnati took the second game with aggressive baserunning and well-timed contact that pressured Boston’s defense into run-scoring spots.
- Boston opened the series with a 3-0 shutout Thursday as Garrett Crochet fired six scoreless innings and Ceddanne Rafaela, Trevor Story, and Jarren Duran produced the runs.
- Sal Stewart accounted for three of Cincinnati’s four hits in the opener, while starter Andrew Abbott kept pace until the bullpen yielded the go-ahead rally.
- Fans can watch the series in Cincinnati on NESN, with MLB.TV carrying team feeds and Fubo offering streaming that may be limited by regional rights.
- Previews had Sonny Gray slated for his Red Sox debut opposite Brady Singer, and betting outlets listed Boston as a moneyline favorite before first pitch.