The Boston Red Sox achieved a 9-5 victory over the Kansas City Royals, powered by a robust offensive display of 18 hits, including four from Masataka Yoshida. Starting pitcher James Paxton delivered a strong performance, allowing two runs on five hits over six innings, marking his first win since being traded from the Dodgers. With this win, the Red Sox have clinched four of their last five games and are now just 1.5 games behind the Royals for the final American League wild card spot. Manager Alex Cora praised the team's base-running and consistent pressure on the Royals' pitchers, particularly noting Jarren Duran's crucial two-RBI double that broke a tie in the sixth inning. Brady Singer of the Royals struggled, giving up four runs on ten hits, unable to contain Boston's advancing lineup. The two teams are set to continue the series on Tuesday, with the Red Sox aiming to build on their momentum.