Boston rookie Roman Anthony pulled off a remarkable bat flip that drew a candid response from manager Alex Cora, who admitted it was the first time he had seen such a display. This surprising moment reflects Anthony’s flair during his noteworthy two-plus months in the majors.

Roman Anthony launched a powerful home run in his first Yankee Stadium appearance, giving the Red Sox a crucial edge over their archrivals. With both teams determined to secure a postseason spot, Thursday’s clash rekindled memories of the early 2000s Red Sox-Yankees showdowns.