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Red Sox Extend Streak to 14, Secure AL Wild Card

7/21/2026

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Red Sox Extend

Boston Red Sox extended their streak to 14 games with a 6-5 win over Baltimore on July 20, 2026, after Caleb Durbin’s solo homer.
Interim manager Chad Tracy said they will try to tie the 15-game record set in 1946 on July 21, 2026.
Boston’s surge, with a 2.63 ERA from starters and 1.15 ERA from relievers, lifted team from 37-48 to 51-48 and secured the third AL wild-card spot.

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Contreras Guides

Willson Contreras has become a key clubhouse leader, using his postseason experience to guide veteran pitchers and young starters.
Payton Tolle’s emergence as a reliable third starter has cut bullpen innings and clarified role definitions.
Aroldis Chapman’s poise in high-leverage situations has helped younger relievers settle into setup duties, strengthening bullpen cohesion and positioning the Red Sox as a contender.

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Red Sox Extend

Boston Red Sox extended their streak to 14 games with a 6-5 win over Baltimore on July 20, 2026, after Caleb Durbin’s solo homer.
Interim manager Chad Tracy said they will try to tie the 15-game record set in 1946 on July 21, 2026.
Boston’s surge, with a 2.63 ERA from starters and 1.15 ERA from relievers, lifted team from 37-48 to 51-48 and secured the third AL wild-card spot.

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