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Red Sox Tie 1946 Record with 15th Straight Victory
7/23/2026, 3:29:39 AM
Record-tying Winning Streak
The Boston Red Sox posted their 15th consecutive win, matching the club’s longest streak set by the 1946 American League champions. The streak, which began earlier this month, ties the record established 80 years ago when the team was led by future Hall of Famer Ted Williams.
Game Summary
In the opening game of a split doubleheader, Boston defeated the Baltimore Orioles 6–3. The Red Sox built a 4–0 lead in the first inning and held on despite a late three-run rally by Baltimore. The win came after a rain-out the previous day, and the Red Sox entered the game with a 14-game streak.
Key Performances
- Jarren Duran delivered a two-run triple and a sacrifice fly.
- Caleb Durbin contributed a two-run single, following his tiebreaking home run in the prior victory.
- Ceddanne Rafaela added a solo homer that cleared the Green Monster.
- Christian Encarnación-Strand hit a solo homer for Baltimore, his second in two games.
- Rookie left-hander Jake Bennett worked 5 2/3 innings, allowing three runs on nine hits and a 102.8 mph line drive that was checked by the trainer, interim manager Chad Tracy, and first baseman Willson Contreras.
- Closer Aroldis Chapman recorded his 23rd save of the season, tying Hall of Famer Dennis Eckersley for ninth-all-time with 390 career saves.
Historical Context
The 1946 Red Sox, featuring Ted Williams, set the original 15-game streak while winning the American League pennant. The current run mirrors that achievement, underscoring Boston’s resurgence after a decade-long period without such sustained success.
Upcoming Pitching Plans
For the nightcap, the Orioles are slated to start right-hander Kyle Bradish (6-9, 3.61 ERA). Boston may either bring up left-hander Ranger Suárez (4-3, 3.15 ERA) from the injured list or opt for a bullpen-game approach, depending on the staff’s assessment after the afternoon win.
