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The Los Angeles Angels achieved a 9-5 victory against the Boston Red Sox, showcasing resilience after an early deficit. Zach Neto’s leadoff homer set the tone, and a late-game rally helped secure the win. Despite the Red Sox tying the game, the Angels capitalized on their opportunities in the eighth inning, highlighted by a two-run single from Travis d’Arnaud. The game also saw manager Alex Cora ejected for arguing a call, adding to the tension. This win bolsters the Angels’ season as they look forward to the next matchup.
Anaheim, California – The Los Angeles Angels recorded a strong 9-5 victory over the Boston Red Sox on June 23, 2025, propelled by a leadoff solo home run from Zach Neto and a late-game rally. The win marked an impressive comeback for the Angels after facing an early deficit in the game.
Zach Neto opened the game by hitting a home run on the first pitch, his sixth of the season, providing the Angels with an early advantage. Despite the electric start, the Red Sox quickly responded by taking a 3-0 lead in the first inning, capitalizing on five consecutive hits, including a two-run single from Wilyer Abreu. However, the Angels countered strongly, scoring five runs in the first inning, largely due to the struggles of Red Sox starting pitcher Walker Buehler.
Buehler had a rough outing, giving up the leadoff homer to Neto, and continued to struggle throughout the first inning, ultimately issuing a career-high seven walks and hitting two batters in just four innings pitched. The Angels took full advantage of Buehler’s difficulties, concluding the first inning with a 5-3 lead.
The intensity of the game escalated as the Red Sox managed to tie the game at 5-5 after Trevor Story hit a solo home run in the sixth inning. The back-and-forth contest kept fans on the edge of their seats, but it was the Angels who seized control in the eighth inning.
In the eighth, LaMonte Wade Jr. kicked off the rally with a single and subsequently stole second base. Christian Moore contributed with a sacrifice fly that pushed the Angels ahead 6-5. As the inning progressed, Mike Trout received an intentional walk that loaded the bases, setting the stage for Taylor Ward to draw a walk, forcing in another run. Travis d’Arnaud then stepped up to the plate, delivering a two-run single that brought the Angels’ lead to 9-5.
On the mound, Angels reliever Sam Bachman maintained the team’s momentum, pitching a flawless 1-2-3 inning in the eighth. However, the situation took a turn in the ninth as closer Kenley Jansen exited the game due to shoulder cramping shortly after throwing just four pitches. Hector Neris was called upon to close out the game for the Angels.
The game’s physicality extended beyond the field, with Red Sox manager Alex Cora being ejected in the fifth inning for arguing a call at second base. This marked Cora’s second consecutive game being thrown out, intensifying the competitive atmosphere surrounding the match.
The final score of 9-5 solidified an important win for the Angels as they continue their season. Zach Neto’s outstanding performance, which included three hits overall, not only highlighted his burgeoning talent but also positioned him just one home run shy of the Angels’ franchise record for home runs in a season.
The two teams are set to continue their series with left-hander Garrett Crochet taking the mound for the Red Sox, while Tyler Anderson will start for the Angels in their next matchup.
This victory serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of baseball, showcasing the resilience of the Angels as they faced adversity early in the game but rallied to secure a decisive win.
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- MLB: Red Sox vs. Angels Game Box Score
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