Red Sox magic number drops with win over Jays, Astros loss
The Boston Red Sox got a few steps closer to clinching a playoff spot Tuesday night, thanks to a win over the Toronto Blue Jays and a loss by the Houston Astros.
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The Boston Red Sox got a few steps closer to clinching a playoff spot Tuesday night, thanks to a win over the Toronto Blue Jays and a loss by the Houston Astros.
Carlos Narváez hit a two-run double in the sixth inning, Nathaniel Lowe had two RBI singles and the Boston Red Sox beat the AL-leading Toronto Blue Jays 4-1 on Tuesday night.
The final week of the regular season is going to be madness, as the Boston Red Sox and a slew of other teams look to secure a spot in a crowded American League playoff field.
Brandon Lowe hit his 30th home run of the season and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Boston Red Sox 7-3 Sunday night.
Trevor Story hit a tiebreaking single in a three-run ninth inning and the Boston Red Sox beat the Tampa Bay Rays 6-3 on Saturday night to keep pace in a crowded American League playoff race.
The Boston Red Sox eliminated Tampa Bay from postseason contention with an 11-7 win over the Rays on Friday night.
With Boston barely hanging on to the final American League Wild Card spot, every game is a playoff game for the Red Sox from here on out.
While the Red Sox have fallen into a slump at the worst possible time, the Cleveland Guardians continue to make life uncomfortable for Boston baseball fans.
Pinch-hitter Nick Sogard's 10th-inning infield grounder drove home Nate Eaton with the winning run, and the Boston Red Sox beat the Athletics 5-4.
The Boston Red Sox not only lost to the Athletics Tuesday night, they also took a tumble in the American League Wild Card standings.
Boston dropped into the third AL wild card, a half-game behind Houston and two games behind the New York Yankees.
Starting Monday, fans can sign up for the chance to buy tickets for potential Red Sox playoff games.
The Red Sox avoided a three-game sweep by the New York Yankees at Fenway Park on Sunday night, but dropping the first two games of the weekend series will make the final two weeks of the regular season a lot more stressful for Boston.
The Boston Red Sox held off the New York Yankees for a 6-4 victory on Sunday night to avoid a three-game sweep.
Max Fried earned his major league-leading 17th win and Jazz Chisholm Jr. had three hits - including a solo homer that moved him to the brink of the 30-30 club - leading the New York Yankees to a 5-3 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Saturday.
Fraser Minten scored at 2:12 of overtime to give the Boston Bruins a 4-3 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday night in their home opener.
Pierce, who played for the Clippers from 2015 to 2017, was arrested on the 101 Freeway after he was found asleep behind the wheel of his Range Rover on Tuesday.
Patriots rookie left tackle Will Campbell has gotten a lot of ticket requests for his return to New Orleans on Sunday.
Longtime Boston Red Sox outfielder Mike Greenwell has died at 62 years old.
The New England Patriots are on a roll after a huge upset win, and will go for a third straight victory Sunday against the Saints in New Orleans.
Hugo Gonzalez knows he's going to have to bring a lot of energy to the floor to log significant minutes for the Boston Celtics during his rookie season.
Marco Sturm left the Boston Bruins bench Wednesday night with his first-ever win as an NHL head coach and a new souvenir to commemorate the moment.
With rumors and reports swirling that Bill Belichick's time at the University of North Carolina could be coming to an abrupt end, the head coach and the school released a joint statement saying they remain committed to each other.
David Pastrnak had a goal and two assists and Jeremy Swayman made 34 saves in the Boston Bruins' 3-1 victory over the Washington Capitals.
An 84-year-old woman was taken to the hospital after the car she was driving was struck by a freight train at a crossing in Andover.
A nor'easter is set to hit Boston on the holiday weekend with heavy rain and wind.
Longtime Boston Red Sox outfielder Mike Greenwell has died at 62 years old.
Seven protesters accused of fighting with Boston police during a pro-Palestinian rally were arraigned Thursday, with the judge setting high bails for many of them.
A freeze warning has been issued for parts of Massachusetts as temperatures will plummet in the Boston area Friday.
Health officials in Massachusetts are recommending that all adults in the state receive the COVID vaccine.
A nonprofit in Cambridge is aiming to make insulin more accessible by selling vials of the drug at a fraction of the cost.
It's been said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day - but when you eat it may be just as significant as what you eat.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey announced the state will be taking measures to ensure vaccines remain accessible to everyone.
While Massachusetts is a health care leader, it's actually quite difficult to find a primary care doctor in the state.
Massachusetts State Trooper Enrique Delgado-Garcia died as a result of complications from blunt force injuries during a boxing exercise at the State Police Academy.
Insurance companies are using drones to inspect properties without alerting homeowners. In some cases, policies have been canceled.
A WBZ I-Team investigation revealed the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School leased weapon detection systems for hundreds of thousands of dollars, and found most of them are not being used very much.
Investigators are looking into a number of issues including the possibility that the fire was caused by smoking near an oxygen tank.
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court confirmed the conviction of a five-time drunk driver for driving with a revoked license, citing an I-Team investigation as evidence.
The Boston Red Sox and the New York Yankees are facing off again, but which city has the edge?
Massachusetts Rep. Seth Moulton is apparently considering running against Sen. Ed Markey but WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller said there's hurdles ahead.
Plans to change the state flag of Massachusetts are suddenly a topic in the governor's race.
Is there really anything politicians can do to cool off the blame game?
Rep. Jerry Nadler announced his retirement at age 78. So is it time for 79-year-old Senator Ed Markey to re-think his re-election plans in Massachusetts?
Big changes are envisioned for the 75-year-old Kowloon restaurant property off Route 1 in Saugus.
An expert points to three main factors and explains why the Black women unemployment rate is a warning sign.
National Coffee Day is Monday. Here's where to find free drinks and deals around Boston, Massachusetts.
The TJ Maxx location on Newbury Street in Boston is set to close in early 2026, a spokesperson for the company confirmed.
Multiple Starbucks locations in Massachusetts are set to close.
Just steps from the water's edge along Lake Winnipesaukee, a spectacular estate mixes modern architecture with breathtaking views.
An innovative craft winery located in downtown Meredith, New Hampshire, Hermit Woods is taking a different approach to winemaking.
Located on the water's edge along New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls blends elegant luxury with spectacular vistas.
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
Fraser Minten scored at 2:12 of overtime to give the Boston Bruins a 4-3 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday night in their home opener.
Pierce, who played for the Clippers from 2015 to 2017, was arrested on the 101 Freeway after he was found asleep behind the wheel of his Range Rover on Tuesday.
Patriots rookie left tackle Will Campbell has gotten a lot of ticket requests for his return to New Orleans on Sunday.
Longtime Boston Red Sox outfielder Mike Greenwell has died at 62 years old.
The New England Patriots are on a roll after a huge upset win, and will go for a third straight victory Sunday against the Saints in New Orleans.
A special type of camera captured clear video of a great white shark looking for food off the coast of New England.
A horse is recovering after a "challenging" rescue from an overturned trailer in Charlton.
A pair of humpback whales leaping out of the water gave two fishermen a scare off the coast of New Hampshire.
Cruiser the police dog enjoyed a Happy Meal reward after finding a missing dementia patient in Avon.
The Polaris Missile in Auburn's Goddard Park is headed to the EcoTarium in Worcester.
