Boston Red Sox face historical challenges for MLB postseason hopes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 5:41 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Boston Red Sox sit at 31-45 this season, underperforming significantly. They are 14.5 games back in the American League East, leading to widespread skepticism about their playoff chances. Historical data indicates that teams with similar records at this point rarely make the postseason. The team’s struggles have been compounded by key injuries, making this season appear more like a rebuilding year than a push for playoff contention.
- •Red Sox currently have a record of 31-45.
- •They are 14.5 games behind in the AL East.
- •Historical trends suggest they likely won’t reach the postseason.
- •Injuries to players like Garrett Crochet and Roman Anthony impact team performance.
- •Current season is seen as a rebuilding year at Fenway.
- 5:41 AMYahoo Sports — History suggests the Boston Red Sox now don’t have a chance to make MLB postseason
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