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Jake Bennett faces Ryan Johnson in series finale at Fenway Park

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 9:50 PM

Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Jake Bennett faces Ryan Johnson in series finale at Fenway Park

Summary

The Boston Red Sox host the Los Angeles Angels at Fenway Park tonight for the deciding game of their three-game series. First pitch is scheduled for 6:45 p.m. ET. Jake Bennett takes the mound for Boston following a weekend of play against the Baltimore Orioles. The Los Angeles Angels send Ryan Johnson to the hill for the series finale. Johnson enters the contest having allowed one run or fewer in four of his last five starts. Boston continues its push toward a playoff spot as the club works to lower its magic number over the coming week. The game will be broadcast on NESN.

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Key Details

•Jake Bennett starts for the Boston Red Sox against the Los Angeles Angels.
•Ryan Johnson starts for the Los Angeles Angels.
•First pitch is scheduled for 6:45 p.m. ET at Fenway Park.
•The game serves as the rubber match of the three-game series.

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9:50 PMYahoo Sports — Jake Bennett takes ball in rubber match vs. Angels

What they're saying

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TV: NESN First Pitch: 6:45 p.m. ET The Red Sox are within striking distance of dropping their magic number and securing a playoff spot over the next week or so. They can take another step if they can take the series from the Angels. Jake Bennett heads to the hill to get the rotation back […]
— Yahoo Sports

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