Door to playoffs is now open for Red Sox
The Boston Globe • • sports
Key Points:
- The Sox have won 14 of their last 16 games, including an unlikely victory Sunday where they scored in the ninth and 10th innings to complete a historic 9-0 road trip, only the second in franchise history.
- Interim manager Chad Tracy praised the team’s resilience and execution in close games, highlighting their improved at-bats and mental focus as key factors in the recent surge.
- Despite the winning streak, the Sox still face challenges with one of the lowest run totals and home run counts in the league, compounded by injuries to key players like Roman Anthony and Trevor Story.
- Pitching has been strong but workload management is a concern, with starters like Payton Tolle and Connelly Early limited due to innings pitched and injuries; Brayan Bello’s recent return adds depth to the bullpen.
- With 17 games before the August 3 trade deadline, including a crucial home stretch starting with a doubleheader against the Rays, the Sox hope to maintain momentum and potentially receive roster reinforcements.
