Red Sox drop series finale to Pirates following long weather delay

The Boston Red Sox lost 8-3 to the Pittsburgh Pirates on August 16, 2026, at PNC Park after a lengthy rain delay. Patrick Sandoval struggled on the mound for the Red Sox, giving up seven runs in four innings. Connor Wong provided Boston's only offensive spark with a home run in the fifth inning. The game experienced a 2.5-hour delay due to severe thunderstorms before resuming, but the Red Sox could not recover. Pittsburgh secured the win with consistent scoring throughout the game.

• 10:59 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Drop Series Finale Against Pirates After Lengthy Weather Delay