Jake Souders, a Mississippi State slugger who has been sidelined for nearly two weeks, returned to the lineup for the Y-D Red Sox and delivered a performance that left fans cheering. He launched two home runs and drove in three runs, helping his team to a 5‑3 victory over Wareham. The win improves the Red Sox to a 17‑2‑1 record and sets up a highly anticipated matchup against Brewster later this week.
Early Lead and Response
The game remained scoreless until the fourth inning, when Souders stepped up and sent a ball over the fence to put Y‑D ahead 2‑0. Wareham answered in the bottom of the same frame, tying the contest with a two‑run double from Tony Lira that sparked excitement in the stands.
In the seventh inning, Phoenix Call delivered a clutch single that brought home Brock Ketelsen, giving the Red Sox a 3‑2 edge. Kevin Takeuchi followed with a sacrifice that added another run, extending the lead to 4‑2 and shifting momentum firmly in Y‑D’s favor.
Late Inning Heroics
The eighth inning saw Souders add another homer, sealing the win and underscoring his impact after his lengthy absence. Meanwhile, Andrew Wright, who has been a lights‑out closer for the Red Sox all summer, made an impressive defensive play that preserved the lead and secured the victory.
With the series now heading to Brewster, the Red Sox will need to carry the energy from this win into their next contest at Red Wilson Field on Thursday at 5 p.m. The team’s blend of power hitting and reliable pitching suggests they are poised for a deep run as the season progresses.