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Tampa Bay defeated Boston 8–4 on May 7 at Fenway Park in a matchup that saw the Rays significantly outproduce the home team. The visitors collected 13 hits and 8 RBIs while posting a .709 OPS, exploiting Boston's pitching staff, which surrendered 8 earned runs and 13 hits with a 4.11 ERA. The Red Sox managed just 7 hits and 4 RBIs, posting an anemic .668 OPS with a .237 batting average, striking out 6 times against Tampa Bay's 3 strikeouts. Despite a clean defensive effort with no errors, Boston's pitchers issued 4 walks while recording only 3 strikeouts—a control issue that compounded the offensive struggles. Tampa Bay's pitching proved efficient, allowing just 7 hits and 3 earned runs while striking out 6 and walking only 1. The Rays' 4-run victory represented a decisive performance that belied the Vegas total line of 1, as the visiting offense took full advantage of Boston's defensive vulnerabilities. The Red Sox's inability to generate consistent contact and run production will need addressing as they navigate the division standings.