Red Sox complete historic four-game sweep of Yankees in extra innings

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Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Red Sox complete historic four-game sweep of Yankees in extra innings
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The Red Sox finished a four-game sweep of the Yankees with a walk-off victory in extra innings on Sunday Night Baseball. This marked the first time the Red Sox swept the Yankees in a four-game series while Boston was in last place and New York was leading the division. Boston's record improved to 36-46, but they remain in last place in the American League East. The Yankees, previously atop the division, now trail the Rays, who lead by a game after their own winning streak. The two teams are scheduled to meet again from August 28 through August 30.

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  • Red Sox complete a four-game sweep of the Yankees.
  • Boston's walk-off victory occurred during Sunday Night Baseball.
  • Red Sox improve to 36-46 but stay in last place in AL East.
  • Yankees lose their lead in the division to the Rays.
  • Next series between Red Sox and Yankees is August 28-30.
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  • 2:42 AMYahoo SportsRed Sox Make Franchise History With Four-Game Sweep Of Yankees
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The Red Sox made franchise history with their win over the Yankees on "Sunday Night Baseball".

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