Skip to content
967sports

967sports

"Where Every Play Sparks an Epic Sports Story"

Primary Menu
  • Home
  • Football
  • Hockey
  • Basketball
  • NBA
  • NHL
  • NRL
  • sport cars
  • MLB
Live
  • Home
  • 2024
  • May
  • 21
  • Rafael Devers of the Red Sox elicits a “freak” response following his achievement of breaking the Boston home run record.
  • MLB

Rafael Devers of the Red Sox elicits a “freak” response following his achievement of breaking the Boston home run record.

Daniel Dakur May 21, 2024

Share this:

  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook
  • Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X
Rafael-Devers

Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers made history by hitting a home run in his sixth consecutive game on Monday night, breaking the franchise record. His two-run blast contributed to the Red Sox’s 5-0 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays.

Devers’ exceptional performance has left his teammates in awe, with pitcher Tanner Houck describing him as a “freak” who possesses the ability to hit any pitch at any time. This impressive feat makes Devers the first player since Mike Trout in 2022 to homer in six consecutive games. Despite going 1-for-4 overall on Monday, Devers’ remarkable streak highlights his dominance at the plate.

However, Devers’ individual success has not translated into team victories for the Red Sox, who currently have a 24-24 record and trail the New York Yankees by eight-and-a-half games in the AL East. Despite Boston’s solid offensive and pitching performances, they have struggled to capitalize on Devers’ power surge.

Although the Red Sox have a strong lineup and pitching staff, they have only managed a 2-4 record in their last six games, with losses occurring during the initial games of Devers’ home run streak. Despite statistical indicators suggesting they should have more wins, the Red Sox have faced challenges in converting their performances into victories.

Devers, however, continues to shine individually, boasting a .284 batting average, .380 on-base percentage, and .567 slugging percentage with 10 home runs and 23 RBIs this season. Despite experiencing a home run drought before his recent streak, Devers has established himself as a formidable power hitter throughout his career, with over 30 home runs in three separate seasons.

The 27-year-old Dominican native, who joined the Red Sox as an international free agent in 2013, has consistently delivered strong offensive performances since his major-league debut in 2017. Despite his defensive limitations at third base, Devers’ prowess as a slugger has earned him recognition as a two-time All-Star and a consistent offensive threat.

Red Sox Rafael Devers to start All-Star Game in Los Angeles

The Red Sox will continue their series against the Rays in Tampa on Tuesday night, seeking to capitalize on Devers’ hot streak to secure a much-needed win.

third baseman Rafael Devers made history by hitting a home run in his sixth consecutive game on Monday night, breaking the franchise record. His two-run blast contributed to the Red Sox’s 5-0 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays.

Devers’ exceptional performance has left his teammates in awe, with pitcher Tanner Houck describing him as a “freak” who possesses the ability to hit any pitch at any time. This impressive feat makes Devers the first player since Mike Trout in 2022 to homer in six consecutive games. Despite going 1-for-4 overall on Monday, Devers’ remarkable streak highlights his dominance at the plate.

However, Devers’ individual success has not translated into team victories for the Red Sox, who currently have a 24-24 record and trail the New York Yankees by eight-and-a-half games in the AL East. Despite Boston’s solid offensive and pitching performances, they have struggled to capitalize on Devers’ power surge.

Although the Red Sox have a strong lineup and pitching staff, they have only managed a 2-4 record in their last six games, with losses occurring during the initial games of Devers’ home run streak. Despite statistical indicators suggesting they should have more wins, the Red Sox have faced challenges in converting their performances into victories.

Devers, however, continues to shine individually, boasting a .284 batting average, .380 on-base percentage, and .567 slugging percentage with 10 home runs and 23 RBIs this season. Despite experiencing a home run drought before his recent streak, Devers has established himself as a formidable power hitter throughout his career, with over 30 home runs in three separate seasons.

The 27-year-old Dominican native, who joined the Red Sox as an international free agent in 2013, has consistently delivered strong offensive performances since his major-league debut in 2017. Despite his defensive limitations at third base, Devers’ prowess as a slugger has earned him recognition as a two-time All-Star and a consistent offensive threat.

The Red Sox will continue their series against the Rays in Tampa on Tuesday night, seeking to capitalize on Devers’ hot streak to secure a much-needed win.

Like this:

Like Loading...

Related

Continue Reading

Previous: Breaking News: Ronaldo has responded to criticism regarding his move to LAFC, according to ESPN.
Next: Maple Leafs Face Heartbreak as Marner’s Future Looks Uncertain

Related Stories

IMG_1392
  • MLB
  • St. Louis Cardinals

Willeman Picked Up by Reds After Strong Start to Season in Sioux City

Kelly June 27, 2025
IMG_1391
  • MLB
  • St. Louis Cardinals

Cardinals Receive Timely Boost as Promising Young Outfielder Returns from Appendicitis Setback to Fuel Momentum in Tight NL Wild Card Race

Kelly June 27, 2025
IMG_1389
  • MLB
  • New York Yankees

MLB Fans Choose Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani as Top Vote-Getters to Headline 2025 All-Star Game Starting Lineups at Atlanta’s Truist Park

Kelly June 27, 2025

You may have missed

IMG_1392
  • MLB
  • St. Louis Cardinals

Willeman Picked Up by Reds After Strong Start to Season in Sioux City

Kelly June 27, 2025
IMG_1391
  • MLB
  • St. Louis Cardinals

Cardinals Receive Timely Boost as Promising Young Outfielder Returns from Appendicitis Setback to Fuel Momentum in Tight NL Wild Card Race

Kelly June 27, 2025
IMG_1389
  • MLB
  • New York Yankees

MLB Fans Choose Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani as Top Vote-Getters to Headline 2025 All-Star Game Starting Lineups at Atlanta’s Truist Park

Kelly June 27, 2025
IMG_0990
  • Baseball
  • MLB
  • New York Yankees

MAJOR BOOST: Yankees Secure Big-Time Power Upgrade at Third Base Ahead of Playoff Push — Key Trade Reshapes Infield and Boosts October Hopes

Kelly June 18, 2025

Categories

  • A-League (1)
  • AFL (546)
  • AFLW (2)
  • Alexander zverev (4)
  • Aston Martin (2)
  • Astrit Selmani (1)
  • Baseball (662)
  • Basketball (379)
  • BOXING (3)
  • Canadian Premier League (3)
  • CFL (57)
  • Chicago Blackhawks (1)
  • Cincinnati Reds (5)
  • CRICKET (37)
  • CYCLING (2)
  • darts championship (9)
    • Mercedes-Benz (7)
  • Dinamo București (1)
  • Dog Show (1)
  • Edmonton Oilers (1)
  • Football (89)
    • Bundesliga (2)
    • Champion League (1)
    • Championship (1)
    • La Liga (3)
    • Premier League (39)
  • Formula 1 (67)
  • formula1 (154)
  • golf (9)
  • Hockey (259)
  • huskies (1)
  • Kansas State Wildcats (1)
  • manchester united (2)
  • Michigan (1)
  • michigan wolverines (8)
  • MLB (1,102)
  • MLS (126)
  • MMA (2)
  • MotoGP (2)
  • National football league (2)
  • National League (1)
  • NBA (372)
  • NCAA (1,544)
  • NCAA BASKETBALL (11)
  • NCCA (35)
  • New England Patriots (8)
  • New York Yankees (7)
  • NFL (3,017)
  • NHL (247)
  • Novak Djokovic (1)
  • NRL (362)
  • olympic (1)
  • OLYMPICS (1)
  • Oregon Ducks (1)
  • pool (1)
  • Rugby (96)
  • Samu Aghehowa (1)
  • Serie a (6)
  • Snooker (1)
  • Soccer (80)
  • sport cars (2)
  • St. Louis Cardinals (9)
  • Tadej Pogačar (1)
  • Tennis (118)
  • Texas rangers (1)
  • Transfer News (16)
  • UFC (2)
  • UFL (5)
  • USWNT (1)
  • VolleyBall (1)
  • WNBA (5)
  • Wrestling (4)

Tags

AFL Atlanta Braves Atlanta Falcons Auburn Tigers Boston Celtics Boston Red Sox Buffalo Bills Carolina Panthers Chicago Bears Cincinnati reds Cleveland Browns Cleveland Guardians Denver Broncos Detroit Lions Edmonton Oilers Essendon Bombers Formula 1 Green Bay Packers Indianapolis Colts Kansas City Chiefs Las Vegas Raiders Max Verstappen Miami Dolphins Michigan Wolverine michigan wolverines Minnesota Vikings MLB MLS NBA NCAA New England Patriots New York Giants New York Jets New York Knicks NFL NHL NRL Ohio State Buckeyes Philadelphia Eagles Philadelphia Phillies Pittsburgh Penguins Pittsburgh Steelers Seattle Seahawks Sydney Roosters Tennis
  • Home
  • Football
  • Hockey
  • Basketball
  • NBA
  • NHL
  • NRL
  • sport cars
  • MLB
  • Home
  • Football
  • Hockey
  • Basketball
  • NBA
  • NHL
  • NRL
  • sport cars
  • MLB
Copyright © All rights reserved. | MoreNews by AF themes.
%d