The Red Sox had failed to score in 10th inning. With the automatic runner at second base, David Hamilton struck out when he fouled off a bunt attempt. Pinch hitter Romy Gonzalez flied out to center field. Ceddanne Rafaela grounded out after an intentional walk to Wilyer Abreu.

A talented 21-year-old becomes a wealthy man, while baseball takes another step away from the purity of a process never meant to influence financial outcomes.

Roman Anthony and the Boston Red Sox have agreed on a contract extension that will keep the star rookie the face of the franchise for nearly a decade. The Red Sox signed the outfielder to an eight-year contract extension that spans the 2026-33 seasons,