Red Sox's Defensive Overhaul Pays Off in Opener

On March 27, the Boston Red Sox made run prevention their top priority this off-season, and it paid

off right away in their opening game on Thursday.

After leading the league in Ares last season, they beefed up their infield with new additions

like Catcher Wilson Contreras, infielder Caleb, Durbin, and top prospect Marcelo Mayer

starting in the majors.

Even with one early miscue from Durbin, the defense looked sharp overall, helping secure

a tight victory in a low-scoring affair.

Pitcher Garrett Crochet praised the shift, saying the team felt ready to handle challenges

like better infield play from spring training.

Manager Alex Cora has longed this like sloppy defense, which was a big reason they targeted

fixes after sneaking into the playoffs despite their fielding.

Wows last year.

This win shows they can compete in close games by playing clean ball behind the pitchers.

Now the Red Sox aim to maintain that standard over the remaining 161 games.

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