The Boston Red Sox’s pitcher, Tanner Houck, delivered an exceptional performance on Wednesday night against the Cleveland Guardians. He threw a complete game shutout with just 94 pitches, which marked his first complete game shutout in the MLB.
Houck’s impressive outing allowed only three hits, nine strikeouts, and zero walks in the Red Sox’s 2-0 victory over the Guardians. The game was completed in just one hour and 49 minutes, making it the shortest nine-inning MLB game since 2010.
Red Sox manager Alex Cora commended Houck for his control and efficiency throughout the game. There was never any consideration of turning to the bullpen, as Houck was able to maintain his focus and deliver a flawless performance. This remarkable achievement came at a crucial time for the Red Sox, who were coming off two consecutive losses and dealing with injuries in their starting rotation.
With Houck’s gem, the Red Sox improved their record to 10-9 for the season. They will now look to split their series against the Guardians before heading to Pittsburgh for a three-game series.
