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Red Sox Tie Franchise Record with 15-Game Winning Streak Before Orioles End Run
7/24/2026, 10:53:04 AM
Core Event
On July 22 2026 the Boston Red Sox entered the nightcap of a doubleheader at Fenway Park with a 15-game winning streak that matched the club’s 1946 record. After a 6-3 victory in the day game, rookie left-hander Eduardo Rivera was pulled after two outs in the first inning and the Orioles rallied for four runs. Kyle Bradish (7-9) pitched six shutout innings, allowing one run on four hits, and the Orioles won 5-1, snapping the streak. The loss was Boston’s first since a 10-2 defeat to Washington on July 1.
Background & Context
Boston began the season 10-17 and fired manager Alex Cora on April 25, appointing interim manager Chad Tracy, a former Triple-A first baseman. The team was 37-48 on July 1, 14 games out of first place in the AL East with a FanGraphs playoff probability of 13.4 percent. A stretch that started on June 25, when the Sox won 22 of 25 games, sparked a dramatic turnaround that carried them to a 52-49 record and the third AL wild-card spot.
Data & Statistics
- 15 consecutive wins (June 25 – July 22) – tied the 1946 franchise record.
- Longest MLB streak since the St. Louis Cardinals won 15 straight in September 2021.
- Attendance at Fenway for the July 22 doubleheader was the highest paid crowd since a 2016 benchmark.
- Before the streak the Sox were 11 games under .500; after the streak they were three games over .500.
- FanGraphs listed the Sox’s playoff odds at 61.7 percent after the streak, while another source cited 61.9 percent.
- The team’s run differential in July ranked second in the American League.
Official Statements & Responses
Interim manager Chad Tracy said the streak “just happened to end tonight” and praised the veterans who kept the clubhouse focused. Willson Contreras emphasized pride in the achievement, stating, “I want everybody to feel proud of what we did.” Orioles rookie manager Craig Albernaz called the win “a huge win” and noted the importance of beating a “hot team” in a division race. Kyle Bradish, after his start, said he “stepped up big time.”
On-the-Ground Reports
Fans at Fenway gave the Sox a standing ovation after the final out, recognizing the historic run despite the defeat. Social-media reaction to Rivera’s early exit was harsh, with some fans booing the rookie, though the organization later optioned him to Triple-A for further development.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
- Playoff odds are reported as 61.7 percent (FanGraphs) and 61.9 percent (Sports Illustrated).
- Attendance is described as the highest paid crowd since 2016, but exact figures differ across outlets.
- No definitive public statement has been made about the timing of Ranger Suárez’s return, though the Sox indicated he was expected to start against Toronto soon.
What’s Next
Boston’s next series begins on July 24 against the last-place Toronto Blue Jays, with the Sox hoping to extend their wild-card lead. The club is expected to activate left-hander Ranger Suárez from the injured list for the upcoming start, pending his health status. With the trade deadline approaching, Boston may explore adding a starter or a right-handed bat to solidify its postseason push.
