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Contreras leads Red Sox to 7-1 win over his former team
Wilson Contreras smacks a two-run double in Boston's victory over the Cardinals.
Apr. 12, 2026 at 6:18am
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Wilson Contreras' clutch two-run double helps power the Red Sox to victory over his former team, the Cardinals.Nashua TodayWilson Contreras, a former member of the St. Louis Cardinals, led the Boston Red Sox to a 7-1 victory over his old team on Saturday night in St. Louis. Contreras hit a key two-run double to help power the Red Sox to the win.
Why it matters
This game marks Contreras' first time playing against the Cardinals since being traded to the Red Sox in the offseason. The matchup adds an extra layer of drama and storyline to the game as Contreras faces off against his former teammates and organization.
The details
Contreras, who played for the Cardinals for the past 5 seasons, went 2-for-4 at the plate with a double and 2 RBIs to lead the Red Sox offense. Boston jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, cruising to a 7-1 victory over their National League opponent.
- The game was played on Saturday, April 12, 2026 in St. Louis, Missouri.
The players
Wilson Contreras
A 29-year-old catcher who was traded from the St. Louis Cardinals to the Boston Red Sox in the offseason.
Boston Red Sox
The American League baseball team based in Boston, Massachusetts.
St. Louis Cardinals
The National League baseball team based in St. Louis, Missouri.
What they’re saying
“It was a little weird being on the other side, but I'm glad I could help the team get the win.”
— Wilson Contreras
The takeaway
Contreras' strong performance against his former team shows his value to the Red Sox and adds an interesting personal storyline to the matchup between these two historic franchises.
