The Boston Red Sox made some significant roster changes recently, and it seems to have paid off. After a series of transactions, including promoting Mickey Gasper, Bailey Horn, and Chase Shugart from Triple-A Worcester, the Red Sox secured a 5-4, 10-inning victory over the Texas Rangers. Gasper, a 28-year-old player from New Hampshire, made his major league debut with a pinch-hit walk that set up the game-winning RBI. Gasper’s promotion came after outfielder Jarren Duran was suspended for two games due to a derogatory comment directed at a fan. Gasper’s impressive performance in the minor leagues with a .401 batting average and 1.017 OPS earned him a spot on the roster.
The Red Sox will now turn to Kutter Crawford, who has had some struggles in his recent starts, to continue their winning streak. Despite allowing at least five runs in his last four starts, Crawford managed to secure a win against the Rangers earlier this month. On the other side, the Rangers will rely on Jose Urena to deliver a strong performance after a recent loss to the Houston Astros. The Rangers, who are currently nine games below .500, will look to turn things around with key players like Corey Seager stepping up.
Manager Alex Cora expressed confidence in Gasper’s abilities and believes he can make a significant impact on the team. With the recent lineup adjustments and a renewed focus on player roles, the Rangers are determined to bounce back from their recent losses and put up a strong fight against the Red Sox. The upcoming game promises to be an exciting matchup between two competitive teams looking to secure a crucial win.