Boston Red Sox News & Updates
The Boston Red Sox were 18-26, 5th in the AL East. Yesterday, the Boston Red Sox lost a close one to the Atlanta Braves 2-3 at Truist Park.
The indicators are pointing down. A 2-4 week. That's the biggest factor right now. Also weighing on the score: just 1.4 runs per game this stretch. Not enough.
Red Sox Game on May 16
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Truist Park |
| First Pitch: | 07:15 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Payton Tolle (1-2, 1.99 ERA) vs Bryce Elder (4-1, 1.81 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | BravesVision, NESN, Gray TV |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 55°F, Wind 3 mph |
Red Sox Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Boston Red Sox lost a close one to the Atlanta Braves 2-3 at Truist Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10+ | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 1 |
 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 0 |
Highlights
- Marcelo Mayer went 1-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Red Sox Record & Standings
AL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Rays
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29 | 14 | .674 | W1 | |
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Yankees
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28 | 17 | .622 | 2.0 | W1 |
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Orioles
|
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20 | 25 | .444 | 10.0 | L1 |
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Blue Jays
|
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19 | 25 | .432 | 10.5 | L1 |
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Red Sox
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18 | 26 | .409 | 11.5 | L2 |
Boston Red Sox are 2-4-1T in their last 7 games, with a -3 run differential.
Red Sox Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | .245 | .802 | 23 | |
| 6 | .302 | .840 | 19 | |
| 4 | .284 | .786 | 19 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-2 | 2.44 | 0.95 | 44.1 | |
| 3-2 | 3.21 | 1.20 | 47.2 | |
| 4-1 | 3.18 | 1.15 | 34.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, .455 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .429 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 1 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 8.0 IP, 10 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 7 K in 3 recent games | |
| 7.0 IP, 8 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start |
Red Sox News
With the Boston Red Sox sitting at a dismal 18-25 after another loss, this time to the Phillies, every game feels like a make-or-break moment. The offense is a glaring issue, averaging just 1.7 runs per game in the last week, leaving fans frustrated and the team's post-season hopes hanging by a thread. As they prepare to face the surging Atlanta Braves, whispers of trading veterans are growing louder, suggesting that the front office is ready to shake things up if this pattern continues. Meanwhile, there’s a glimmer of hope with Roman Anthony showing progress in his recovery from a wrist injury, which could provide the spark the team desperately needs. With the trade deadline looming, the Red Sox must decide between salvaging this season or thinking long-term.
Red Sox Upcoming Schedule
The Boston Red Sox visit the Kansas City Royals for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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