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Chris Sale Shines in Fenway Return as Braves Beat Red Sox 4-2

The former Boston ace delivered a dominant seven-inning performance, outdueling Garrett Crochet in a marquee pitching matchup.

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Overview

  • Chris Sale pitched seven innings of one-run ball with eight strikeouts, securing his first win since April 25 and lowering his ERA to 3.62.
  • Matt Olson and Sean Murphy hit back-to-back solo home runs in the second inning, providing early support for Sale and the Braves.
  • Red Sox starter Garrett Crochet also went seven innings, allowing two solo homers and striking out eight, but took the loss to fall to 4-3.
  • Boston's bullpen issued five walks in the ninth inning, forcing in two key insurance runs that sealed the Braves' victory.
  • The loss extended Boston's losing streak to four games, highlighting continued struggles with scoring and late-game execution.