Trevor Story played a pivotal role in the Red Sox's recent performance, particularly in their game against the Oakland Athletics where they secured a 5-4 victory in 11 innings. Story, who has 23 ABs in his career against Alex Wood, went 4 for his last 9 with 3 doubles and 4 RBIs in the last two games. His ability to handle fast pitches has shown significant improvement, with hits off pitches clocked at 98 and 101 mph, a stark contrast to his previous year's performance where he was 0-for-7 against 98+ mph pitches. Additionally, Story's defensive skills were highlighted in a game in Los Angeles, where he made an impressive play. The Red Sox also demonstrated their offensive power in a game against the Angels, hitting three home runs in the second inning.
Watch: Red Sox hit three home runs in one inning vs. Angels https://t.co/FwLb8BRWVN
Trevor Story's defense is poetry in motion. https://t.co/9LIQRhUs5L
The Red Sox might be decent?
Defense matters! Trevor Story showing off his glove in LA! Beauty of a play! @wbz https://t.co/czEXw2Yo72
Story https://t.co/1Hn61rlkrZ
We had 3 homers in the 2nd inning and we have the pictures to prove it. https://t.co/HwaAR6TzG5
Last year, Trevor Story was 0-for-7 against 98+ mph pitches and couldn’t catch up to elite fastballs. For that reason, Tuesday - when he had hits off 98 and 101 mph heaters - represented a potentially significant sign for the Red Sox. https://t.co/lFa8LKxhII via @BostonGlobe
Trevor Story helps the Red Sox beat the Athletics 5-4 in 11 innings https://t.co/lDvGP1m3HW
Trevor Story is 4 for his last 9 with 3 doubles and 4 RBIs
Love the Red Sox against the Oakland A’s tonight, that team is just so bad. Trevor Story has 23 ABs in his career against Alex Wood and he’s been swinging the bat well last two games https://t.co/iDrB9RPCWI