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Isiah Kiner-Falefa warns Red Sox teammates after Blue Jays sweep

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 9:45 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Isiah Kiner-Falefa warns Red Sox teammates after Blue Jays sweep

Summary

Isiah Kiner-Falefa issued a warning to his Red Sox teammates following a three-game sweep by the Toronto Blue Jays at Fenway Park on June 18. The Red Sox lost the final game 4-3, leaving them with a 29-43 record, the poorest in the American League. Kiner-Falefa emphasized the urgency for improvement, stating that continued struggles could lead to changes in the roster. Veteran pitcher Sonny Gray also expressed frustration, declaring the team is not performing well. With the trade deadline approaching, Kiner-Falefa could be one of the players on the move if the team doesn't turn things around soon.

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By the Numbers

•Red Sox fall to 29-43 after losing to Blue Jays.
•Kiner-Falefa warns teammates to improve or risk roster changes.
•Boston has the fewest runs scored in the American League.
•Trade deadline looming as Kiner-Falefa is a potential asset.
•Sonny Gray admits the team is not performing well.

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What they're saying

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Isiah Kiner-Falefa has been traded three times in his career. Once, he was traded two times in a span of two days. Changing teams is merely part of the process for the 31 year-old veteran, who’s in his first season…
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