"I think how you saw it (Monday) is how we can win a lot of ballgames, " new designated hitter Jonny Gomes said.

WSJ: Lester, Red Sox shut down Yankees on opening day

The 43-year-old Rivera issued a leadoff walk to Pedroia and gave up a one-out double to Jonny Gomes before Middlebrooks drove in a run with a groundout.

WSJ: Red Sox handcuffed by Pettitte, Rivera in 4-2 loss

After Pestano struck out Jacoby Ellsbury for the second out, Carp batted for Jonny Gomes and lifted a first-pitch fastball to left for a double that easily scored Ciriaco.

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