The win arrived in Boston's first game since the stunning trade of All-Star slugger Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants. Starting pitcher Lucas Giolito was credited with the win after throwing six shutout innings.

With prized rookie Roman Anthony struggling at the plate since arriving in the majors, Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora figured some playful banter was in order Monday.“We were joking before the game,

Roman Anthony checked off an important box Monday in his young MLB career. The highly touted Boston Red Sox center fielder went deep in the top of the first inning for the first home run of his career.