Reds' Suarez Hits 3-Run Homer to Beat Red Sox

Cincinnati takes season-opening series with 3-2 victory over Boston

Mar. 29, 2026 at 10:32pm

Eugenio Suarez hit a crucial three-run home run to lead the Cincinnati Reds to a 3-2 win over the Boston Red Sox, securing the Reds' victory in the season-opening series between the two teams.

Why it matters

The Reds' win over the Red Sox to start the season is an encouraging sign for Cincinnati, who are looking to bounce back after a disappointing 2025 campaign. Suarez's big hit provided the difference in a close game between two teams with playoff aspirations.

The details

Suarez's go-ahead homer in the 7th inning proved to be the difference-maker, as the Reds held on to beat the Red Sox 3-2. The win gives Cincinnati the series victory after splitting the first two games.

  • The game was played on March 29, 2026.

The players

Eugenio Suarez

A veteran infielder for the Cincinnati Reds who hit the decisive three-run homer in the game.

Cincinnati Reds

The National League baseball team that won the season-opening series against the Boston Red Sox.

Boston Red Sox

The American League baseball team that lost the season-opening series against the Cincinnati Reds.

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What they’re saying

“That was a huge hit for us to start the season off right. Eugenio really came through when we needed it most.”

— David Bell, Reds Manager

The takeaway

Suarez's clutch home run gave the Reds an important early-season series win over a fellow playoff contender, setting the tone for what Cincinnati hopes will be a bounce-back year after a disappointing 2025 season.