Red Sox clinch series win over Dodgers behind Rafaela's two homers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 4:12 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Boston Red Sox secured a 3-2 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday, winning their eighth consecutive series. Ceddanne Rafaela hit two home runs, contributing to a comeback after falling behind early. Strong pitching from Payton Tolle and the bullpen helped Boston secure the win despite only recording four hits. The win also pushed the Red Sox's record to 59-51 with a chance for a sweep on Sunday.
- •Red Sox improve to 59-51 with Saturday's victory.
- •Ceddanne Rafaela hits two home runs against Dodgers.
- •Boston clinches eighth consecutive series win.
- •Payton Tolle pitches six innings, striking out seven.
- •Red Sox can sweep series on Sunday.
- 4:12 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox reactions: Ceddanne Rafaela (2 HRs), small ball clinch series win over Dodgers
"Another day, another Red Sox series victory. With Saturday's win over the Dodgers, Boston has now won eight series in a row.
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