Red Sox Outfielders Pull Off Rare Home Run Robbery

In the seventh inning of a 6-5 loss to the Detroit Tigers, Boston Red Sox outfielders Wilyer Abreu and Ceddanne Rafaela executed a rare and dazzling home run robbery, with Abreu deflecting Kerry Carpenter's deep fly ball off the wall and Rafaela catching the ricochet for a 9-8 putout. The catch, which was upheld after review, drew praise from both teams, including the Tigers’ manager and Carpenter himself. Despite the defensive highlight, the Red Sox lost on a walk-off and were swept by the Tigers. Pitcher Liam Hendriks, thrilled by the play, promised gifts for his outfielders. Analysts and fans called the play a potential 'catch of the year,' comparing it to some of baseball’s most iconic defensive moments. The play underscored the Red Sox outfield's elite defense and teamwork.