2026 Red Sox struggle with five-game losing streak amid Rockies comparison

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Last updated Aug 13, 2026

2026 Red Sox struggle with five-game losing streak amid Rockies comparison
Summary

The 2026 Boston Red Sox are currently on a five-game losing streak, mirroring the 2009 Colorado Rockies' similar struggles. After Chad Tracy took over as manager, the Red Sox plummeted to 14 games under.500, paralleling the Rockies' 12-game deficit in June 2009. Both teams also saw key player turnarounds, with Caleb Durbin improving significantly after a swing adjustment. The Red Sox's recent performance has drawn attention, especially compared to an exhilarating 13-inning game they played against the White Sox last week. As their season unfolds, the ongoing narrative of similarity continues to develop.

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  • Red Sox currently on a five-game losing streak.
  • Chad Tracy took over as manager after Alex Cora's firing.
  • Red Sox at one point fell to 14 games under.500.
  • Caleb Durbin has improved significantly after a swing adjustment.
  • Recent game against White Sox went 13 innings.
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  • 1:06 PMYahoo SportsThe 2026 Red Sox continue to shadow the 2009 Rockies
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With the Red Sox on a five game losing streak, the strange parallels between these two teams keep getting weirder.

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