Red Sox extend winning streak
The Boston Red Sox are currently on a 14-game winning streak, which is the longest in Major League Baseball this season. This streak is also tied for the most in the American League since the Seattle Mariners achieved a 14-game winning streak in July 2022. The team’s recent performance has brought them to a 51-48 record.
During this impressive run, the Red Sox have demonstrated resilience, coming from behind in six games, including each of their last four and five of their last six victories. Their starting pitchers have maintained a 2.63 ERA during the streak, while the relievers have posted a 1.15 ERA.
The streak was paused on Tuesday when their game against the Baltimore Orioles was postponed due to rain. This led to a rescheduled split-admission doubleheader on Wednesday. The first game is set for 1:35 p.m., with the series finale remaining at its scheduled time of 7:10 p.m. Both games will be broadcast on NESN and WEEI.
Chasing history
The Red Sox are now one win away from matching their franchise record of a 15-game winning streak, which was set in 1946. That historic 1946 team featured notable players such as Ted Williams, Bobby Doerr, Johnny Pesky, and Dominic DiMaggio, many of whom were returning from military service.
The 1946 Red Sox amassed their 15-game winning streak from April 25 to May 10. While the current team is distinct from the 1946 squad, tying this record would mark a significant achievement for the 2026 season.
On Monday, the Red Sox secured a 6-5 victory against the Orioles in their series opener. Caleb Durbin contributed significantly to this win with a home run in the eighth inning, giving the Red Sox the lead. This win also ended the Orioles’ seven-game winning streak.
The Red Sox have been averaging 5.9 runs per game during their current 14-game winning streak. Durbin has been in strong form, hitting safely in 31 of his last 44 games, with a .304 batting average, 20 extra-base hits, and a .904 OPS.
Upcoming matchups
For the Wednesday doubleheader, the Red Sox initially planned to activate Ranger Suarez from the 15-day injured list to start. However, it was later announced that left-hander Eduardo Rivera would start instead. Rivera has a 0-0 record with a 2.89 ERA.
The Orioles are expected to counter with right-hander Kyle Bradish, who holds a 6-9 record with a 3.61 ERA. Historically, Bradish has a 1-6 record with a 6.75 ERA in 10 career starts against the Red Sox.
The Red Sox lineup for the game includes Seigler at second base, Rafaela in center field, Abreu in right field, Contreras at first base, Yoshida as designated hitter, Durbin at third base, Duran in left field, Monasterio at shortstop, and Narváez catching.
The Orioles’ lineup features Ward in left field, Alonso at first base, Henderson at shortstop, O’Neill in right field, Mayo as designated hitter, Taveras in center field, Encarnacion-Strand at third base, Holliday at second base, and Tromp catching.
The Red Sox were 37-48 and in last place in the AL East on July 1, 14 games behind the Tampa Bay Rays. Their current performance has transformed what was described as a drab season into a compelling watch.
The 7:10 p.m. game will be televised on NESN and broadcast on WEEI-FM 93.7.
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Source: bostonglobe.com
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