Ceddanne Rafaela cut down at plate in Red Sox loss to Yankees

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Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Ceddanne Rafaela cut down at plate in Red Sox loss to Yankees
Summary

The Red Sox were defeated 1-0 by the Yankees at Yankee Stadium on August 28. Ceddanne Rafaela was thrown out at the plate in the seventh inning while trying to score on a fly ball, with an accurate 99.7 mph throw from left fielder Cody Bellinger. This marked a squandered opportunity for Boston, as they struggled offensively throughout the game. Meanwhile, starting pitcher Patrick Sandoval limited the Yankees to one run over 5 ⅔ innings. The teams will meet again in a day/night doubleheader on August 29, with Red Sox rookie Jake Bennett scheduled to start the first game.

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  • Red Sox fall 1-0 to the Yankees on August 28.
  • Ceddanne Rafaela cut down at the plate attempting to score.
  • Patrick Sandoval pitched effectively, allowing one run in 5 ⅔ innings.
  • Red Sox manager Chad Tracy made aggressive managerial decisions.
  • A day/night doubleheader is scheduled for August 29.
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