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Cam Smith’s Extra-Inning Single Beats Red Sox, Astros

PUBLISHED May 3, 2026, 5:55 PM ET

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Boston — Cam Smith delivered a two-out, two-run single off the Green Monster in the 10th inning Sunday, giving the Houston Astros a 3-1 victory over the Boston Red Sox and securing the series. Ranger Suárez left after four scoreless innings with right hamstring tightness, and Christian Walker returned to go 2-for-3 in the game. Sunday’s result handed Houston the series while Boston previously struggled offensively, going 0-for-11 with 13 runners left stranded in that game; Bryan Abreu earned the win and Zack Kelly was charged with the loss. Monday, Boston beat Detroit 5-4 as Payton Tolle allowed two runs over seven innings and Jarren Duran hit a three-run homer, with a lightning delay pausing play.

By Daniel Hayes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Prior to Sunday: Ranger Suárez had an earlier strong start of eight scoreless innings in his previous outing.
Sunday: Cam Smith hit a two-run single in the 10th, Astros beat Red Sox 3-1 and took the series.
Sunday: Ranger Suárez exited after four scoreless innings due to right hamstring tightness; Christian Walker returned to Astros lineup.
Monday: Payton Tolle pitched seven innings, Jarren Duran hit a three-run homer; Red Sox beat Tigers 5-4.
Monday: Game in Detroit experienced a 25-minute lightning delay; Aroldis Chapman recorded a ninth-inning save.

News Intelligence

If you're a baseball fan, especially of the Astros or Red Sox, this is a significant series. Cam Smith's clutch hit and Ranger Suárez's hamstring issue could impact future games. Keep an eye on Suárez's recovery and Smith's performance.

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Who Benefited

The Houston Astros benefited from Cam Smith’s 10th-inning two-run single to secure the series win, while the Boston Red Sox benefited from Payton Tolle’s seven-inning start and Jarren Duran’s three-run homer in the subsequent game against Detroit.

Who Impacted

The Boston Red Sox suffered a series-opening loss to Houston decided in the 10th inning and faced added strain after starter Ranger Suárez exited with right hamstring tightness, complicating their pitching availability.

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