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The Boston Red Sox entered tonight’s series opener against the Toronto Blue Jays. They are coming off a series sweep of the St. Louis Cardinals. They outscored the Cardinals 36-20 and outhit them 45-36. Tonight in their series opener, they suffered a 6-2 loss to the Blue Jays. They only managed to record four hits. The hits came from Alex Bregman, Trevor Story, and two from Jarren Duran. The two runs came from Rafael Devers and Triston Casas. Ceddanne Rafaela scored both runs, one coming on a Devers sacrifice fly and the other on a Casas’ single.
The Red Sox had Richard Fitts making his second start of the season. He went six innings, giving up three runs on six hits; he walked four and struck out four. The original probable starter for Toronto was Easton Lucas, but they went with Jose Berrios, who shut down the Red Sox bats. Berrios went seven innings, giving up one run on four hits; he walked three and struck out two. It wasn’t Berrios’ best start, but he did enough to keep the Red Sox at bay. The Red Sox also lost Connor Wong in this game fractured pinky on a catcher’s interference. Carlos Navaez replaced Wong. Wong will be placed on the injured list according to Alex Cora following the game.
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Scoring
The game started, with a beautiful catch by Rafaela in center field but after that, it was all Toronto. Blue Jays jumped out to an early 2-0 lead in the third as Andres Gimenez drove home Bo Bichette on a sacrifice fly. Later in the inning, George Springer singled home Vlad Guerrero Jr. In the bottom of the third, the Red Sox got a run back as Devers hit a sac fly to bring home Rafaela. In the top of the fifth, Springer singled home Gimenez to make it 3-1.
In the seventh, Springer singled home Gimenez once again and then Will Wagner singled home Springer to make it 5-1. Casas drove home Rafaela in the bottom half of the eighth inning to make it 5-2. The Blue Jays added another run in the top of the ninth as Nathan Lukes singled home Anthony Santander, but the inning ended as Rafaela threw out Wagner at third base.
Red Sox Debut
Robert Stock, who was called up today as Cooper Criswell was optioned to Triple-A Worcester, made his big league debut tonight. Stock went two innings, giving up one run on three hits; he walked one and didn’t record a strikeout. Greg Weissert had the seventh inning, and he struggled, giving up two runs on four hits; he didn’t issue a walk and struck out one.
Next Up
The Red Sox and Blue Jays will play game two of their four-game series tomorrow night. The Red Sox will have Garrett Crochet on the mound, making his Fenway debut as a member of the Red Sox. The Blue Jays are expected to counter with Easton Lucas. Crochet is 1-0 with a 1.38 ERA, a 0.92 WHIP, and 12 strikeouts in 13 innings. He’s coming off a dominant performance over the Baltimore Orioles in which he went eight shutout innings, giving up four hits; he walked one and struck out eight. Lucas, in his first start of the season, went five shutout innings giving up one hit; he walked two and struck out three.
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Russell Westbrook Signing On Hold As Kings Aim To Finalize Key Trades
Recent league rumblings suggested that the Sacramento Kings will be signing Russell Westbrook to bolster their backcourt depth. While signing the nine-time All-Star would certainly be in their interest, the Kings appear to have other priorities in mind. Sacramento has been particularly active in trade talks this offseason. From being involved in negotiations for Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga to supposedly facilitating a trade for DeMar DeRozan, the Kings will be making some changes. Westbrook's arrival is imminent, as his agent, Jeff Schwarz, has been in constant communication with the Kings' front office. However, the organization is reportedly aiming to complete trades involving Malik Monk and Devin Carter before moving forward with Westbrook, per ABC10's Matt George. The trade market for Monk and Carter hasn’t been promising. Carter has been mentioned as the central figure in Sacramento's trade package for Kuminga. The Warriors haven't viewed this favorably, as they have shown an interest in Keon Ellis instead. Meanwhile, the Kings' decision to trade Monk is an intriguing one, especially in light of the season he had. Primarily acting as a bench player, the guard put up 17.2 points and 5.6 assists per night, while shooting 43.9% from the field and 32.5% from beyond the arc. At only 26 years old, Monk has proven himself a valuable contributor with his athleticism and shot-making ability. This move seems driven by roster imbalance and cap constraints. With a crowded backcourt and limited cap space, the Kings have been forced to make tough choices. Facilitating a trade for the guard has proven to be a challenge. Even though trade efforts for Monk began earlier this month, Sacramento hasn’t made much progress. While this could complicate matters under normal circumstances, it likely won’t derail Westbrook’s eventual signing. Apart from a few teams, the 36-year-old hadn't garnered much interest for his talents. When considering that the market for Westbrook was held up by Ben Simmons' pending decision to sign with a team, it is evident that Sacramento took a more proactive approach. This could have positive results in light of the season the veteran guard had. Coming off a solid season with the Denver Nuggets, Westbrook showcased that he could be perceived as a reliable floor general even at this stage in his career. For the 2024-25 season, he put up an average of 13.3 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 6.1 assists, while shooting 44.9% from the field and 32.3% from three-point range. He also showed that he could shine in a more prominent role, drawing on the task of being a starter in Jamal Murray's absence. That stretch led to a modest boost in production, reinforcing his value on a playoff-caliber team. Sacramento hasn’t made its direction for the upcoming season entirely clear. But given the current roster construction, a top-10 finish in the West seems unlikely.
Steelers Might Be The Legitimate Reason Terry McLaurin Wants Out Of Washington
The Pittsburgh Steelers made a shocking move early in the 2025 offseason. In a bold and unexpected trade, the team acquired star wide receiver DK Metcalf from the Seattle Seahawks, instantly changing the outlook of their offense. Shortly after the deal, the Steelers committed long-term, signing Metcalf to a five-year contract worth $150 million, with four new years and $132 million in fresh money. At $33 million per year, the Steelers made it clear they believe Metcalf is a rare talent worth every dollar. While the Steelers were focused on boosting their offense, their move has caused problems elsewhere in the NFL. The Washington Commanders now find themselves in a difficult position with their own star wide receiver, Terry McLaurin. During an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show on Monday, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that McLaurin "wants considerably more than" the $33 million per year that Metcalf received in Pittsburgh. That revelation has sparked questions about whether the Commanders are prepared to meet McLaurin’s growing demands. The Steelers may not have intended to impact other teams' contract negotiations, but their deal with Metcalf is now being used as a measuring stick. McLaurin, who has consistently been one of the most reliable wideouts in the league, is looking to cash in at a level that reflects his value. Pittsburgh’s decision to pay top dollar has inadvertently put pressure on Washington, who must now decide whether to match or exceed those terms to keep their top receiver happy. The Commanders find themselves in a difficult position as the NFL continues to see critical positions like wide receiver experience rapid increases in market value. As star players across the league sign massive deals, it becomes increasingly challenging for teams to build balanced rosters while also keeping their top talent and maintaining consistency from one season to the next. Washington is now facing that exact challenge with McLaurin. It makes perfect sense that Metcalf’s massive extension with the Steelers is being used as a comparison. This is a common pattern in the NFL. One player gets paid, and others in the same position group see it as their opportunity to cash in. McLaurin, after watching Metcalf land a $33 million per year deal, likely sees this as the perfect moment to get the contract he believes he deserves. It is not about being greedy. Players understand the business side of the league and know their value can shift quickly. When the opportunity comes, they have to take advantage of it. Steelers' Omar Khan Has A Chance To Do Something Crazy At Wide Receiver The bigger question is whether McLaurin could become available if things continue to stall in Washington. While the Steelers might seem like a potential landing spot, they are already investing heavily in Metcalf. Paying McLaurin even more than Metcalf would be incredibly difficult under the current financial structure. However, if General Manager Omar Khan were somehow able to make it work, it would completely reshape how the rest of the league views Pittsburgh entering the 2025 season. For now, both sides appear to be stuck, and that uncertainty could eventually lead to McLaurin’s name surfacing in trade talks, even if his price is far too high for Pittsburgh to realistically consider. While it’s highly unlikely the Steelers would make another major move at wide receiver, Khan has shown a willingness to get creative with the salary cap, so nothing can ever be completely ruled out. With the right cap maneuvering, there’s always a slim chance something unexpected could happen. Though the idea of the Steelers making McLaurin higher paid than Metcalf certainly sounds very unlikely at this point.
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