Red Sox's $331M Move Fails, Yankees Close in on Humiliating Sweep

The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox renewed their rivalry in a historic season.

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Both teams have suffered surprising losses this season, but their games remain intense.

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Their recent fight proved this.Tuesday's game seemed to favor the Red Sox, but a strategy change set up a Yankee comeback.

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Boston manager Alex Cora wanted to use star player Rafael Devers strategically.

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This seemingly perfect plan took an unexpected turn. Matt Bowman, who hadn't pitched since 2019, gave Devers an intentional walk to avoid a fight.

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This move changed everything.The Yankees also took advantage of the Red Sox's seeming weakness with runners in scoring position.

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This and Bowman's smart play left Boston trying to regain their footing.

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