Rafael Devers and Dominic Smith hit two-run homers to help the Boston Red Sox defeat the Kansas City Royals 5-4. Devers' homer broke a seat in right field at Fenway Park.

Boasting a 9-3 record in July, the Red Sox improved to 20-8 since June 12. Brayan Bello pitched well at home, and Kenley Jansen secured his 19th save. Smith's shot traveled 431 feet, and he also had a key RBI single.