Boston Red Sox clinch playoff spot during 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 10:00 PM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026
The Boston Red Sox secured a postseason berth on September 18, 2026, following a 5-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays. Their playoff spot was confirmed after the Houston Astros lost to the Atlanta Braves, allowing the Red Sox's magic number to reach zero. The team made a remarkable recovery after starting the season 32-46, achieving a 15-game win streak in July. This marks the first back-to-back postseason appearances for the franchise since 2016-2018. Interim Manager Chad Tracy and General Manager Craig Breslow have had a significant impact on the team's turnaround this season.
- •Red Sox clinched a wild card spot on September 18.
- •The team improved from 14 games under to 14 games above.500.
- •A 15-game win streak in July helped transform the season.
- •Craig Breslow's management followed the firing of Alex Cora.
- •This marks back-to-back playoff appearances for the first time since 2016-2018.
- 10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Yes, THIS 2026 Boston Red Sox team is playoff bound
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