Red Sox's Trevor Story delivers clutch RBI double

Boston's late-game heroics secure victory over Brewers

Apr. 8, 2026 at 4:54am

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A cubist-style painting depicting the dynamic motion and intensity of a baseball game, with the players' forms abstracted into angular, overlapping geometric shapes in shades of green, brown, and white.Trevor Story's clutch double sparks Boston's late-game heroics against Milwaukee.Boston Today

Trevor Story's bases-loaded double in the sixth inning broke a scoreless tie, and the Boston Red Sox held on to defeat the visiting Milwaukee Brewers 3-2 on Tuesday. Pitcher Garrett Crochet took a shutout into the seventh inning for the Red Sox.

Why it matters

The win keeps the Red Sox in contention in the tight American League East division race, while the Brewers missed an opportunity to gain ground in the National League Central.

The details

With the game tied 0-0 in the sixth, the Red Sox loaded the bases against Brewers starter Corbin Burnes. Trevor Story then delivered a clutch two-run double to give Boston the lead. Crochet pitched 6.1 strong innings for the Red Sox before the Brewers rallied for two runs in the seventh, but the Boston bullpen was able to close out the victory.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, April 8, 2026.

The players

Trevor Story

The Boston Red Sox infielder who hit the go-ahead double in the sixth inning.

Garrett Crochet

The Boston Red Sox pitcher who took a shutout into the seventh inning.

Corbin Burnes

The Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher who was charged with the loss.

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What they’re saying

“That was a huge hit by Trevor. He's been swinging the bat well and came through in a big spot for us today.”

— Alex Cora, Boston Red Sox Manager

What’s next

The Red Sox and Brewers will play the second game of their three-game series on Wednesday, April 9, 2026.

The takeaway

The Red Sox's ability to win close, low-scoring games against quality opponents like the Brewers will be crucial as they fight for a playoff spot in the competitive American League East.