Red Sox 5, Reds 6 (11): What a long, strange game it was.
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Red Sox 5, Reds 6 (11): What a long, strange game it was.
"The Sox mishandling some plays, including logging their second error in as many games, had me thinking defensive deficits. That was until Marcelo Mayer came through in a big way with a great scoop and throw to first in the late innings."
"Today ABS wasn't popular in Red Sox Nation but it's good to know that the game is a little fairer with it in the mix. So there's that."
"Even less popular was a big mistake by the home plate umpire, who egregiously called a check swing on Trevor Story to end a Sox rally as well as their eighth inning."
The game was filled with drama, as the Sox never led but had significant moments that shifted the game's momentum. Defensive errors initially suggested weaknesses, but Marcelo Mayer's impressive play and Wilyer Abreu's late homer provided hope. The game was marred by ABS challenges and umpiring mistakes, including a controversial check swing call on Trevor Story that led to his ejection. Despite reaching extra innings, the Sox ultimately lost, highlighting the game's unpredictable nature and the challenges faced by players and coaches.
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