mlb Game Recap
Boston Drops Toronto 8-7 - Match Report
Toronto dropped a 8-7 decision at TD Ballpark on Thursday as Boston legged out a win behind winning pitcher Phillips Valdez.
Boston won as a +112 underdog, while Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 9.5 were rewarded at the payout window.
Boston got 1 innings from Matt Barnes, who gave up 0 earned runs on 0 hits, while striking out 3. Phillips Valdez earned the victory, while the Red Sox got 3 RBIs from J.D. Martinez in the win.
Toronto got a 1-inning outing from Tyler Chatwood in the loss. He gave up 0 earned runs, 0 walks and 0 hits in his time on the mound, while Bo Bichette had 3 hits in the loss for the Blue Jays.
Boston enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 14-11 advantage in hits.
The game was closed out by Matt Barnes who got the final outs in the victory. He allowed 0 hits, 1 walks and fanned 3 batters to earn the save.
Boston heads into a battle against Philadelphia. Toronto, meanwhile, will have their next action against Tampa Bay.