The Boston Red Sox entered this week in desperate need of a vibe shift. Tuesday's 6-1 loss to the Texas Rangers was the team's fifth in its last six games, dropping its record back below .500 at 18-19.

Alex Bregman is off to the best start of his career. But his mission isn't centered around individual achievement.

For how much the Red Sox have struggled of late, Wednesday had the makings of game that could propel them in the right direction.