Red Sox Secure Ninth Straight Win with Crochet Shutout

The Boston Red Sox secured their ninth consecutive win with All-Star Garrett Crochet pitching a three-hit shutout, marking his first career complete game and shutout against the Tampa Bay Rays. Meanwhile, Pete Crow-Armstrong of the Chicago Cubs is making headlines as he aims to surpass team records while entering Yankee Stadium, having already joined the 25-25 club with 25 home runs and 25 steals, achieving this feat faster than most in MLB history. Crow-Armstrong has demonstrated exceptional power with five multi-homer games this season, a first for a Cub aged 23 or younger, and is on pace to break Kris Bryant's young player homer record. The Cubs face historical challenges against the Yankees, holding a low winning percentage in interleague play and at Yankee Stadium, where several National League teams struggle. Despite this, Crow-Armstrong's recent performance, alongside contributions from teammates like Dansby Swanson, who is on a 15-game on-base streak, highlights the Cubs' offensive potential as they continue their series against the Yankees. This mix of individual milestones and team dynamics sets the stage for an intriguing matchup in New York.