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Red Sox secure extra-innings victory against Athletics with Monasterio's homer

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Last updated Jul 30, 2026

Red Sox secure extra-innings victory against Athletics with Monasterio's homer

Summary

The Boston Red Sox triumphed over the Oakland Athletics 4-2 in extra innings during a game held in Sacramento on July 28, 2026. Andruw Monasterio hit a decisive 428-foot home run, contributing to Boston's victory after they left 13 men on base. Nick Sogard's sixth-inning single tied the game, and Aroldis Chapman struck out two batters in the ninth to push the game into extras. With the win, the Red Sox improved to 4-3 in extra-inning games this season, positioning themselves well for their upcoming series finale against the Athletics.

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•Monasterio's home run led the Red Sox to victory in extra innings.
•Boston left 13 runners on base during the game.
•Sogard's single in the sixth tied the score at 2.
•Chapman recorded two strikeouts in the ninth to extend the game.
•Red Sox are now 4-3 in extra innings this season.

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5:05 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox battle for late-night extra-innings victory on Monasterio’s clutch swing

What they're saying

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The Red Sox found themselves in another gritty, low-scoring clash with the Athletics in a post-midnight win (East Coast time) Wednesday night. While Boston left 13 men on base, they did enough with a big swing in extra innings to preserve a 4-2 victory. Here’s three takeaways from Wednesday night’s win. SANDOVAL IS SOLID Boston’s […]
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