HOUSTON — Star rookie Roman Anthony blasted a 428-foot home run to center field and drew four walks in the Red Sox’ 14-1 win over the Astros on Tuesday at Daikin Park.

“I’m trying to get a pitch I can do damage on and if not, just taking my walks,” Anthony said. “So I think I did a good job of that tonight.”

Anthony, who has homered in back-to-back games, became the first Red Sox hitter with four or more walks in a game since Kyle Schwarber did it Aug. 26, 2021, vs. Minnesota.

Anthony’s performance puts him in elite company. Schwarber is known for his plate discipline and pitch selection. His 14.8% walk percentage this season is in the 97th percentile among major league hitters. He had an exceptional 19.6% walk percentage in his 41 regular season games (168 plate appearances) with

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