The Red Sox were unable to avoid being swept by the Yankees tonight, losing in a final score of 8-5
The Jekyll/Hyde act that Boston starting pitching has been doing continued tonight, with Joe Kelly unable to make it through 5 innings. He allowed 9 hits and 5 runs while only striking out three. Craig Breslow came in to relieve Robbie Ross Jr. and was unable to retire a batter, allowing 3 hits and 3 runs.
Despite an 8 run deficit, the Red Sox bats refused to give in. The Red Sox were able to score 5 runs in the bottom of the 6th with two outs.