Inside the Red Sox’s terrible travel day that forced a late first pitch at Citi Field
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- The Boston Red Sox experienced significant travel delays due to two mechanical issues with their chartered Delta plane, causing a 35-minute delay to their game against the New York Mets at Citi Field.
- Despite the exhausting 24-hour ordeal, which included two trips to Chicago Midway Airport and an overnight hotel stay, the Red Sox won the game 6-2, extending their winning streak to seven games.
- Starter Sonny Gray pitched six strong innings, and the team rallied around each other, demonstrating resilience amid adversity and maintaining momentum in their playoff push.
- The team also celebrated center fielder Ceddanne Rafaela being named an American League All-Star replacement, providing a morale boost during the challenging travel day.
- Red Sox officials coordinated with the Mets to delay the game rather than postpone it, avoiding a Saturday doubleheader, and players adapted quickly despite limited pregame preparation.
