Refsnyder hits walk-off single

Rob Refsnyder's walk-off single in the 10th inning propelled the Boston Red Sox to a 5-4 victory over the Texas Rangers, ending a four-game losing streak. Prior to the game, Refsnyder rallied his teammates with a motivational pep talk, encouraging them to play aggressively and without fear of making mistakes, particularly important as they faced the suspension of Jarren Duran for inappropriate conduct. The Red Sox had struggled offensively, but Refsnyder's hit, following a game-tying double from pinch-hitter Enmanuel Valdez, revitalized their playoff hopes. Texas, the defending World Series champions, has seen a decline, losing nine of their last 12 games and falling to a season-low nine games under .500. Despite the challenges, the Red Sox are now only two games behind the Royals in the American League Wild Card race. Brayan Bello delivered a strong performance on the mound, allowing just one run over six innings, further contributing to the team's success.