Correction: This article has been updated from its original version to correct Perkins’ post-All-Star break stats.

Kokomo’s Jack Perkins held the Boston Red Sox hitless through five innings Monday night, but he had to settle for a tough-luck loss after the Red Sox rallied for four runs in the sixth inning and went on to beat the Athletics 4-2 at West Sacramento, California.

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Bryan Gaskins is the Tribune’s sports editor. He may be reached at bryan.gaskins@kokomotribune.com or 765-454-8567.