The game was over in the first inning. Baltimore scored six runs before Boston recorded an out, turning what should have been a competitive matchup into a rout that ended 8-2 at Fenway Park.
Trevor Rogers (3-6) controlled the damage after his offense provided the early cushion, allowing 1 run over 5.2 innings with 3 strikeouts. His ERA stands at 6.29, but the left-hander gave Baltimore exactly what it needed after the explosive start.
The first-inning avalanche began when Rutschman singled to center, scoring Ward. Taveras followed with an RBI single to right, bringing Henderson home. Mayo delivered the decisive blow with a three-run double to left that scored Basallo, Cowser and Taveras. Ward capped the inning with another RBI single to center, plating Mayo for a 6-0 lead.
Brayan Bello (2-6) absorbed the loss, surrendering 8 runs over 5 innings on 7 hits and 3 walks. The right-hander struck out 4 but never recovered from the disastrous opening frame. His ERA sits at 6.34.
Baltimore improved to 29-33 while Boston fell to 26-34. Henderson sits one home run away from 100 for his career.