In a tight matchup, the Boston Red Sox edged out the Tampa Bay Rays 2-1, powered by Trevor Story's sixth-inning homer and Jarren Duran's game-winning single in the eighth.

Justin Slaten earned the win by escaping a jam in the seventh, while Kenley Jansen collected his 27th save. The Red Sox's victory comes as they chase a wild card spot, starting a crucial series against the Twins next.