Red Sox edge Orioles in thrilling 6-5 contest

The Boston Red Sox defeated the Baltimore Orioles 6-5 on July 21, 2026, in a competitive game at Fenway Park. The Red Sox, currently on their longest winning streak in nearly a century, fell behind early before taking the lead multiple times throughout the matchup. The Orioles, who had been on a seven-game winning streak themselves, kept the pressure on, but Caleb Durbin's pivotal hit in the eighth inning helped secure the victory for Boston. This win positions the Red Sox one away from tying the franchise record for consecutive wins as they look to solidify their playoff position.

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