The Boston Red Sox took on the Kansas City Royals at Fenway Park on August 5, 2025. The Red Sox won the game 6-2. This victory improved their record to 63-51, while the Royals fell to 56-57.
Garrett Crochet was the winning pitcher for the Red Sox. He pitched seven innings, allowing four hits and two runs while striking out eight. Trevor Story made a significant impact with three RBIs, contributing to the team’s success.
The Red Sox and Royals were scoreless until the third inning. The Red Sox took the lead with a single run. In the fourth inning, the Royals tied the game with a run of their own. The Red Sox scored two runs in the sixth inning, pulling ahead. They added three more in the seventh. The Royals managed one more run in the seventh, but the Red Sox held on for a 6-2 win.
Garrett Crochet was the standout pitcher for the Red Sox. He pitched 7 innings, giving up only 4 hits and 2 runs. Crochet also struck out 8 batters, earning his 12th win of the season with a 2.23 ERA. Ryan Bergert took the loss for the Royals, despite allowing only 2 runs in nearly 6 innings of work.
On the batting side, Trevor Story played a key role for the Red Sox. He collected 2 hits and drove in 3 runs. Jarren Duran also had a good game with 2 hits, including a double, and an RBI.
For the Royals, Maikel Garcia stood out with 2 hits and an RBI. Bobby Witt Jr. contributed with a triple and scored a run. Although they showed some effort, it wasn’t enough to overcome the Red Sox’s performance.
What’s Next
The Boston Red Sox improved their record to 63-51 with their win over the Kansas City Royals. They sit in second place in the American League East. The win helps them keep pace in the division race. The Kansas City Royals fell to 56-57 and are in third place in the American League Central. This game was important for both teams as they look to climb the standings. The Red Sox and Royals have had competitive games this season.
The Kansas City Royals will continue their series against the Boston Red Sox. The next game is on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at Fenway Park. The game is set to start at 7:10 PM. No probable starters have been announced yet.
The Boston Red Sox will also play the Kansas City Royals next. This game is part of their ongoing series at home. They will play again on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at 7:10 PM. Probable pitchers for this game have not been listed.
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Last updated:August 6, 2025 Red Sox, Royals