Red Sox Reach .500, Extend Win Streak to 11

Boston's remarkable run continued Friday night as they secured a 5-3 victory against the Tampa Bay Rays, completing a doubleheader sweep and reaching a .500 win-loss record for the first time this season. This impressive 11-game winning streak marks the team's longest since September 2016.

The offensive firepower was evident early in the second game of the twin bill. Wilyer Abreu launched two home runs, and Willson Contreras, returning from a five-game suspension, also went deep. Notably, Abreu and Contreras connected for back-to-back homers in the first inning, helping to erase an early 2-0 deficit posted by the Rays.

With this win, Boston now stands at 48-48 on the year. The streak represents a significant turnaround for the club, having reached .500 for the first time since the very beginning of their season.