The encounter between ‌these two teams featured an enthralling pitching duel that captivated spectators⁣ throughout it’s ⁢duration. Veteran pitcher Max Scherzer strong > demonstrated his experience by striking out12​ batters strong >and ⁤allowing onlythree hits strong >over seven innings pitched ‌. His counterpart , rookie< strong > Alex ​Cora , strong >also delivered an impressive outing , ​recording9 strikeouts strong >while yielding justtwo runs strong > p >

This contrast between⁤ styles created palpable tension; neither offense ⁤could decipher how best⁢ to approach each pitcher’s arsenal . Key ⁤moments underscored both hurlers’ brilliance : In the fifth inning ,Scherzer escaped a bases-loaded situation with clutch strikeouts that sent waves through Fenway Park’s crowd . Meanwhile ,⁣ Cora thwarted what could have ⁢been a rally⁢ during the eighth inning via critical double plays which kept things tied until⁤ late-game errors shifted momentum . Ultimately ⁢, despite fierce competition from both sides , it was Texas who emerged victorious after claiming victory ‍following such intense exchanges throughout play time‍ .
 
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