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Red Sox clinch playoff spot while Craig Breslow responds to critics

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 5:02 AM

Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Red Sox clinch playoff spot while Craig Breslow responds to critics

Summary

The Boston Red Sox secured their place in the playoffs after a tumultuous season, despite losing 5-1 to the Tampa Bay Rays. Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow, previously under scrutiny, expressed pride in the team's turnaround and emphasized ongoing challenges ahead. Having fired manager Alex Cora earlier this season, Breslow's bold moves have been vindicated with the playoff tilt, though critics remain. The Red Sox are poised for a rematch against the New York Yankees in the post-season, seeking to avoid another quick exit after last year's disappointing Wild Card performance.

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By the Numbers

•Red Sox clinched a playoff spot despite a loss to the Rays.
•Craig Breslow comments on the team's mid-season turnaround.
•Breslow fired manager Alex Cora earlier this season.
•The team aims to avoid another early exit in playoffs.
•Red Sox likely face Yankees in upcoming postseason matchup.

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5:02 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox CBO Craig Breslow Responds to Critics After Playoff Clincher

What they're saying

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At one point this season, Boston Red Sox Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow was on the hot seat. More than just being on the hot seat, he was presumed to be getting fired by just about everyone as the Red Sox scuffled out of the gate this season. That’s all a bit different now. The […] The post Red Sox CBO Craig Breslow Responds to Critics After Playoff Clincher appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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