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Red Sox Eye Series Win as Dominant Giolito Takes Mound, Yoshida Returns
Boston aims to continue its offensive surge in the series finale against Colorado, with slugger Masataka Yoshida activated from the injured list and ace Lucas Giolito looking to extend his remarkable winning streak.
The Boston Red Sox will look to capitalize on a recent hot streak in Wednesday’s series finale against the Colorado Rockies, featuring a formidable pitching matchup and a key player’s return.
The main storyline is the dominance of Red Sox starter Lucas Giolito. In his last five starts, the right-hander has been virtually untouchable, posting a perfect 4-0 record with a stunning 0.83 ERA. He has pitched at least six innings in each of those dominant outings. In contrast, the Rockies will send Antonio Senzatela to the mound, who enters the contest with a 3-12 record and a 6.57 ERA.
Adding to Boston’s momentum is the return of designated hitter Masataka Yoshida, who was officially reinstated from the 60-day injured list. Yoshida is expected to start against right-handers, creating a potent but crowded lineup for the Sox. His presence adds another powerful bat to a deep outfield mix that already includes Jarren Duran, Wilyer Abreu, and Ceddanne Rafaela.
To make room on the roster, the Red Sox optioned Nate Eaton to Triple-A Worcester and transferred pitcher Nick Burdi to the 60-day injured list.
By the Numbers: Pregame Briefing
- Red Hot Red Sox: Boston is 8-2 in its last 10 games, outscoring opponents by a staggering 86-37 margin. The team’s 15 games with 10 or more runs scored this season is the most in the American League.
- Player Spotlights: Since June 1, Trevor Story has been on a tear, hitting .315 with a .913 OPS. Meanwhile, Romy Gonzalez has 15 extra-base hits and 19 RBI in 23 games since his return from the IL. For the Rockies, catcher Hunter Goodman is batting .308 with a 1.041 OPS over his last 26 games.
- Pitching History: Despite his recent success, Giolito is 0-1 with a 6.30 ERA in two career starts against the Rockies. Wednesday will mark Senzatela’s first career appearance against the Red Sox.
Game Information
Time: 7:10 p.m.
TV & Radio: NESN, WEEI-FM 93.7
Starting Lineups:
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ROCKIES (21-71):
Freeman (DH), Beck (LF), McMahon (3B), Toglia (1B), Doyle (CF), Arcia (SS), Fernandez (RF), Farmer (2B), Nola (C) -
RED SOX (48-45):
Duran (CF), Anthony (LF), Story (SS), Abreu (RF), Narváez (C), Yoshida (DH), Gonzalez (1B), Mayer (3B), Hamilton (2B)
Pitching Matchup:
- BOS: RHP Lucas Giolito (5-1, 3.66 ERA)
- COL: RHP Antonio Senzatela (3-12, 6.57 ERA)
