Kevin Youkilis started the scoring in the bottom of the fourth inning – a two run homer – to give Boston an early 2-0 lead.
The Indians would respond with four runs in the fifth inning, but with the playoffs on their minds Boston answered back in the fifth to take the lead for good.
A two-RBI double by Dustin Pedroia and a Jason Bay RBI single sealed the Red Sox playoff ticket as the Boston bullpen held up the 5-4 advantage for the remainder of the game.
Star of the Game: Bullpen
Three innings of scoreless relief helped the Sox to the playoffs tonight.
Next Game: Stride into the playoffs on a good note
Get the prime time players some rest, play the youngings, and enjoy another playoff trip boys.
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