Game of firsts

“Boston set a record for runs (13) in a World Series opener.

“Boston set the record for largest margin of victory (12) in a World Series opener.

“Boston finished the game with 17 hits and became the first club to hit eight doubles in a Series game since 1925.

“Boston stretched its Series winning streak to five for the first time since 1915-16.

“After taking a 6-1 lead, Boston piled on seven runs in the fifth, when Rockies reliever Ryan Speier walked three straight batters with the bases loaded – the first time that happened in a Series game.