4 takeaways as Red Sox fall in strange finish vs. Indians

Here are the takeaways, as the Red Sox blew a late lead against the Indians and fell 7-5 in a rain-delayed series finale on Sunday.

The Big Picture

The Red Sox took charge early on Rafael Devers’ first home run of the day and expanded their lead in the second inning when Bobby Dalbec homered to left — continuing his hot stretch over the last month.

In the fourth inning, Jarren Duran walked with the bases loaded to drive in a run, and J.D. Martinez drove in a fourth run in the fifth inning with an RBI double. The Red Sox led 4-0 and appeared well positioned to claim a sweep.

But the Indians started chipping away. Tanner Houck pitched 5.1 hitless innings, but he gave up four walks and hit three…