Red Sox pitcher Sonny Gray struggles in worst start of the season

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Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Red Sox pitcher Sonny Gray struggles in worst start of the season
Summary

Sonny Gray faced challenges in his latest start for the Boston Red Sox against the Toronto Blue Jays on July 26. Gray allowed five runs and ten hits during his outing, marked by a difficult third inning where he gave up a three-run homer to George Springer. This performance comes after a streak of nine strong starts, during which he was 7-0 with a 1.87 ERA. Gray will have an opportunity to recover in his next start against the Athletics in Sacramento.

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  • Sonny Gray allowed five runs and ten hits against the Blue Jays.
  • Gray's previous nine starts included a 1.87 ERA.
  • George Springer hit a critical three-run home run in the third inning.
  • Gray will face the Athletics in his next start on July 28.
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After making nine quality starts in a row — and not allowing more than three earned runs in an outing in more than three months, it’s fair to think Red Sox righty Sonny Gray was due for a stinker at some point. Not in his mind, though.

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