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Red Sox Notch Eleventh Straight Win Fueled by Abreu and Contreras

From El Nacional · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Boston Red Sox secured their eleventh consecutive victory, defeating the Tampa Bay Rays.
  • Venezuelan players Wilyer Abreu and Wilson Contreras were key figures, with Abreu hitting two home runs and Contreras adding another.
  • This winning streak matches a decade-long record for the team, bringing their season record to .500.

The Boston Red Sox extended their winning streak to eleven games, defeating the American League East leaders, the Tampa Bay Rays. Venezuelan players Wilyer Abreu and Wilson Contreras were instrumental in the victories, which marked a significant resurgence for the team.

Wilyer Abreu was a standout performer, hitting two home runs on July 17. His solo shot in the second game of a doubleheader tied the score and ignited the Red Sox's comeback. Wilson Contreras also contributed significantly, hitting a home run in his first at-bat after returning from a five-game suspension. Contreras has been a productive hitter for Boston, surpassing twenty home runs for the season.

This eleven-game winning streak is the first for the Red Sox since September 2016. The team's recent success has brought their season record to .500, with 48 wins and 48 losses. Despite their impressive run, they remain behind the Rays and the New York Yankees in the standings.

I don't seek the spotlight; I just want to be another player who contributes intensity and helps the team win.

— Wilson ContrerasContreras commented on his role and contribution to the team's success.
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Originally published by El Nacional in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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