Red Sox defeat White Sox 3-1, end losing streak

On Friday night, the Boston Red Sox faced off against the Chicago White Sox, securing a 3-1 victory at Fenway Park. Ceddanne Rafaela played a pivotal role in the game, hitting a two-run homer in the seventh inning that broke a tie and ultimately led to the Red Sox ending their five-game losing streak. Triston Casas contributed with an RBI single in the fourth inning, showcasing the team's offensive efforts despite recent struggles in the playoff race. The White Sox, now with a dismal record of 32-110, are on track to potentially break the record for most losses in a season post-1900. Jacob Amaya managed to drive in the only run for Chicago, but the team has been plagued by a series of losses, marking their 13th defeat in 14 games. Their performance has been particularly poor since the All-Star break, with a record of 5-39. Both starting pitchers, Nick Pivetta for the Red Sox and Davis Martin for the White Sox, delivered solid performances, each going six innings. Pivetta allowed one run on five hits while striking out six, while Martin gave up a run on three hits, striking out three and hitting three batters. The Red Sox's defense played a crucial role in supporting Pivetta, as noted by manager Alex Cora. Looking ahead, the Red Sox are hoping to build on this victory as they continue to vie for a wild-card spot in the American League. Meanwhile, the White Sox are facing a challenging season, with their struggles raising concerns about their performance and future prospects.