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The Boston Red Sox were 73-59, 3rd in the AL East. Yesterday, the Boston Red Sox downed the Miami Marlins 7-3 at loanDepot park.

Red Sox Daily Vibe Check
78°
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Warm
a hot week

Not flashy, but the math works. Going 6-1 in a week will do nice things for the temperature. On top of that, winning by 4 last night moved the needle.

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Red Sox Game on August 26

Opponent:Miami Marlins (67-66)
Location:loanDepot park
First Pitch:06:40 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Sonny Gray (16-3, 2.79 ERA) vs Ryan Gusto (0-3, 4.37 ERA)
TV Broadcast:Marlins.TV presented by Werner, Hoffman, Greig & Garcia, NESN

Red Sox Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Boston Red Sox downed the Miami Marlins 7-3 at loanDepot park.

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The Boston Red Sox clinched the win in the 11th inning.

Highlights

Red Sox Record & Standings

AL East

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Rays
7854.591 L1
Yankees
7457.5653.5 L1
Red Sox
7359.5535.0 W5
Orioles
6468.48514.0 W1
Blue Jays
6469.48114.5 L2

Boston Red Sox are 6-1 in their last 7 games, with a +14 run differential.

Red Sox Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
40
Willson Contreras
 26.281.91678
52
Wilyer Abreu
 22.254.79369
3
Ceddanne Rafaela
 16.288.78366

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
67
Erik Miller
 3-02.091.2843.0
44
Aroldis Chapman
 2-41.811.1644.2
70
Payton Tolle
 8-63.091.09125.1

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
30
Mickey Gasper
 5 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .833 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
44
Aroldis Chapman
 3.0 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games
54
Sonny Gray
 7.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
67
Erik Miller
 3.0 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games

Red Sox News

The Boston Red Sox continue to ride a wave of momentum, securing a thrilling 11-inning victory against the Miami Marlins thanks to Jarren Duran’s grand slam, reinforcing the team’s relentless hunger to win. With a record of 72-59, the Sox have gone 6-1 over the past week, showcasing an impressive run differential of +20 and averaging 6.3 runs per game. On the injury front, Roman Anthony is making strides in his rehab, hitting a two-run homer in Triple-A, hinting at a potential return to bolster an already potent lineup. Meanwhile, Erik Miller's trade from the Giants has stirred discussion, a reminder of the high stakes at the deadline. With the Marlins struggling from injuries, including the loss of Pete Fairbanks, the Red Sox are poised to capitalize on their current form in the upcoming matchup.

Sources
The Giants are learning the Marcelo Mayer reality the Red Sox knew all too well
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The Giants are learning the Marcelo Mayer reality the Red Sox knew all too well
Arguably the most shocking move of the Boston Red Sox's trade deadline was the deal for former San Francisco Giants reliever Erik Miller. He cost Boston its for
 Red Sox Prospect Update: Justin Gonzales Double-A debut, Will Turner, Single-A Salem's barrage
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Red Sox Prospect Update: Justin Gonzales Double-A debut, Will Turner, Single-A Salem's barrage
The Boston Red Sox prospect watch is almost over for the 2026 season as Justin Gonzales makes his Double-A debut, Salem's offense goes bonkers, and more.
 GRAND DURAN! 11th-inning slam lifts Sox over Marlins
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GRAND DURAN! 11th-inning slam lifts Sox over Marlins
MIAMI – The Red Sox keep telling one another that they have a sickness. They are sick with the desire to win a ballgame, no matter what. It is something they developed after starting the season with a losing record, but for Jarren Duran, there is no cure.
 Anthony (2-run HR), IKF, Story take next steps toward return to Majors
MLB.com
Anthony (2-run HR), IKF, Story take next steps toward return to Majors
Roman Anthony sure looks like he's ready to return to the Red Sox. The second-year outfielder went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and a walk in his first game with Triple-A Worcester as he continued his rehab assignment on Tuesday night.
 Marlins Place Pete Fairbanks On Injured List
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Marlins Place Pete Fairbanks On Injured List
The Marlins announced that right-hander Pete Fairbanks has been placed on the 15-day injured list with right median nerve irritation. Left-hander Dax Fulton has been recalled in the corresponding move. Miami’s loss in last night’s game was a blow in a few different ways. They went into the ninth inning tied with the Red Sox […]

Red Sox Upcoming Schedule

The Boston Red Sox visit the New York Yankees for a 4-game series starting Friday.

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