Here’s a look at five stars behind the success of the Red Sox so far (all stats before Thursday’s games): 1. In fact, as intimidating as last year’s Toronto batting lineup was, the Red Sox are on pace to outscore that Jays team by an astonishing 77 runs. The Red Sox lead the league in runs, hits, RBI, average, on-base percentage, slugging and OPS. ( Tommy Gilligan / USA Today Sports )The Boston Red Sox have the best record in the American League, living up to pre-season projections as the East Division winner. Boston Red Sox right fielder Mookie Betts hits a solo home run during the second inning off Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Mike Wright at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

Source: thestar June 02, 2016 20:41 UTC