The Red Sox had failed to score in 10th inning. With the automatic runner at second base, David Hamilton struck out when he fouled off a bunt. Pinch hitter Romy Gonzalez flied out to center field. Ceddanne Rafaela grounded out after an intentional walk to Wilyer Abreu.

A talented 21-year-old becomes a wealthy man, while baseball takes another step away from the purity of a process never meant to influence financial outcomes.