Red Sox, Royals Set for Pitching Showdown and Historic NESN Broadcast
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The Boston Red Sox host the Kansas City Royals at fenway Park on Tuesday evening, featuring a compelling pitching matchup between Boston’s Garrett Crochet and Kansas City’s Ryan Bergert. Beyond the on-field action, the game marks a historic milestone as NESN will feature an entirely all-female broadcast team and production crew.
Fenway Park will be buzzing as the American League teams clash at 7:10 p.m. EDT. This matchup offers more than just a regular season contest; it presents a pivotal moment for both clubs and a pioneering event in sports media.
Pitching Duel: Crochet vs. Bergert
Chet brings a strong career record against the Royals, holding a 1-1 record with a 1.62 ERA across eight appearances, including two starts. his last outing against Kansas City on May 10 saw him dominate, allowing just one run over seven innings while striking out nine. For more insights on his performance, explore Garrett Crochet’s stellar season.
The Royals will counter with right-hander Ryan Bergert (1-0, 2.78 ERA), who is scheduled to make his much-anticipated royals debut. Acquired from the San Diego Padres just before the trade deadline, Bergert’s appearance marks his first career outing against Boston batters.This season, he recorded 34 strikeouts in 35 2/3 innings over 11 appearances (seven starts) for the Padres.
Key Matchups and Recent Form
The Royals’ hitters have found limited success against Crochet in past encounters:
- Maikel Garcia: 0-for-6
- Randal Grichuk: 0-for-2
- Jonathan India: 0-for-5
- Nick Loftin: 0-for-2
- Luke Maile: 1-for-2
- Vinnie Pasquantino: 1-for-3
- salvador Perez: 2-for-8
- Bobby Witt Jr.: 2-for-6
Conversely,no current Red Sox batter has ever faced Ryan Bergert,adding an element of unpredictability to the matchup.
The Royals enter the game looking to shake off a late-game miscue from Monday.After scoring four runs in the eighth inning to cut boston’s lead to 8-5, Nick loftin was thrown out at home plate attempting to score on a play where he ran through a stop sign. Had Loftin remained at third base, the Royals would have had the bases loaded with Vinnie Pasquantino, who had homered earlier in the frame, at the plate for a potential game-tying hit.For a deeper look at the team’s standing, read Kansas City royals outlook.
A Landmark Evening for Sports Broadcasting
Beyond the diamond, Tuesday’s game will make history on the broadcast side. NESN is set to feature an all-female broadcast booth and studio panel, complemented by a women-led production team. this initiative underscores a meaningful step forward for diversity and inclusion in sports media, bringing a fresh viewpoint to the coverage.
The game will be broadcast live on NESN and can be heard on WEEI-FM 93.7. For continuous updates on the Red Sox’s impressive season, delve into Boston Red Sox surge.
Fenway Park’s Dominance Continues
The Boston red Sox (63-51) are riding a wave of success, having secured 13 victories in their past 14 games at Fenway Park. This impressive home record underscores their strong push for playoff contention. The Kansas City Royals (56-57),
