Red Sox 17, Orioles 1: Crochet and offense snap skid
TL;DR
The Boston Red Sox defeated the Baltimore Orioles 17-1, ending their losing streak with a dominant offensive performance. Highlights included a grand slam by Andruw Monasterio and a strong pitching outing from Garrett Crochet.
Key points
- Red Sox scored 17 runs against the Orioles
- Andruw Monasterio hit a grand slam
- Garrett Crochet pitched 6.0 innings with 7 strikeouts
- Connor Wong hit a three-run double
- First home runs of the season for Durbin and Monasterio
Recap
The second inning showcased what Sox fans have been waiting for all season: hits in the air, a stolen base, a couple of walks, everyone keeping the line moving. The Sox sent nine batters to the plate and scored three runs, breaking the spell and waking us, and themselves, from the stupor of this heavy 2026 season. But that was nothing compared to what was to come: another three-run inning in the fifth, courtesy of a three-run double by Connor Wong. But wait, thereâs more! Wongâs hit was the play of the game until the ninth inningâwhich was a ten-hit, ten-run inning, by the wayâhighlighted by a grand slam by Andruw Monasterio. It was glorious. Both Ceddanne Rafaela and Willson Contreras had two singles and two bigger hits (a triple and homer, respectively) and crossed the plate twice in the inning. The Orioles eventually brought in a position player to pitch but the damage was done well before that. With runners in scoring position, the Sox were 8-15 today. There were a number of firsts today, individually and for the team:
- First individual home runs of the season for Caleb Durbin and Monasterio (his slam)
- First Red Sox triple of the season by Ceddanne Rafaela
- First Red Sox grand slam of the season, courtesy of Andruw Monasterio It was a huge game with good vibes to spare.
Studs
Garrett Crochet
This is the pitcher we know and love. He was dominant and in control the whole way. 6.0 IP, 7 SO, 3H, 2 BB.
Small Ball
Five walks, capitalizing on errors, and two stolen bases. The hitters kept the line moving.
Big Offense
The Sox scored plenty of runs, logged big hits, and hit at the right time. Wongâs double scored three. Rafaelaâs triple led off the huge ninth. Homers by Durbin and Contreras, and of course Monasterioâs slam capped it all off for the offense. Lots of fun.
Duds
Pelvic Thrust Hit Celebration
I will keep saying this until it is dead and gone. Some Sox hitters are still using it and yuck.
Play of the Game
How about that? Andruw Monasterio, hired for his defense, not his hitting, whales a grand slam. View Link
Q&A
What were the key highlights of the Red Sox vs Orioles game on April 25, 2026?
Key highlights included a grand slam by Andruw Monasterio, a three-run double by Connor Wong, and a ten-run ninth inning for the Red Sox.
How did Garrett Crochet perform in the game against the Orioles?
Garrett Crochet had an impressive performance, pitching 6.0 innings with 7 strikeouts, allowing only 3 hits and 2 walks.
What firsts occurred for the Red Sox during the game against the Orioles?
The game featured the first home runs of the season for Caleb Durbin and Andruw Monasterio, as well as the first triple by Ceddanne Rafaela.
