Payton Tolle throws immaculate inning for Red Sox at Fenway Park

Payton Tolle achieved an immaculate inning during the Boston Red Sox game against the Kansas City Royals on September 13, 2026, marking the first occurrence of such an inning for the team since Chris Sale in 2021 and the first within the first inning since Pedro Martínez in 2002. This performance comes as the Red Sox have struggled recently, going 7-5 so far in September, despite facing teams below.500. Tolle's impressive feat may bolster his popularity among fans, while Willson Contreras expressed satisfaction with his return to the lineup after previous issues with fan reception. Tanner Houck commented on his recovery from injury, indicating he is preparing for a potential bullpen role.

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