Red Sox's Dustin May Shuts Out Astros Ending Losing Streak

Dustin May secured his first win as a Boston Red Sox pitcher with an impressive six-scoreless-inning performance against the Houston Astros, striking out eight and allowing only five hits and one walk in a 14-1 blowout. This start marked a significant improvement from his Red Sox debut and helped snap the team's three-game losing streak. May, who was acquired in a deadline trade from the Dodgers, expressed a positive mindset by embracing his recent highs after a challenging season and showed increased pitch velocity and command. Manager Alex Cora praised May's competitiveness and work ethic, highlighting the value of the trade despite criticism. The Red Sox offense supported May with a balanced attack, including three home runs, contributing to a dominant team performance. If May can maintain this level of pitching, he could be a critical asset for Boston's postseason push.