Wilyer Abreu's Late Homers Lead Red Sox Over Rangers 5-2

Wilyer Abreu was instrumental in the Boston Red Sox's 5-2 victory over the Texas Rangers on Opening Day, hitting two home runs, including a decisive three-run shot in the ninth inning. Abreu contributed to all of Boston's runs, with additional support from Aroldis Chapman and Justin Slaten, who secured the win with their pitching performances. Garrett Crochet, in his Red Sox debut, pitched five innings, allowing two runs and striking out four. Nathan Eovaldi started for Texas, striking out nine over six innings, but the Rangers fell short as reliever Luke Jackson took the loss. Rookie Kristian Campbell made his MLB debut for Boston, securing his first hit before Abreu's game-winning homer. The Red Sox bullpen maintained a strong presence, allowing only two hits in the final four innings.