The Red Sox achieved a crucial 9-8 victory over the Phillies in 11 innings, halting a seven-game losing streak in extra innings. This win keeps them 1.5 games ahead of the Rays and Rangers for a wild-card spot. Key hits came from Romy Gonzalez, who hit a grand slam after struggling, and Carlos Narváez, who hit a two-run homer despite facing challenges. Both players’ performances symbolize resilience and highlight the pressure of potential postseason games, according to Narváez.
Gonzalez's grand slam in the sixth inning and Narváez's two-run homer in the 11th were critical, coming from players who recently struggled.
The Red Sox's 9-8 win over the Phillies in 11 innings ended a seven-game road losing streak in extra innings and kept them in a wild-card spot.
Narváez emphasized the importance of experiencing high-pressure situations, stating the game felt like a postseason environment for the team.
Gonzalez expressed pride in his teammate Narváez’s performance after struggling with catcher's interference calls, signifying a dramatic turnaround.
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