Red Sox secure playoff spot after mid-season turnaround
CBS MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 8:58 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
The Boston Red Sox clinched a playoff berth for the second consecutive season, with their postseason ticket confirmed following a Houston Astros loss. After a difficult start at 32-46 and a managerial change, the Red Sox have since excelled, sweeping the New York Yankees in late June. The team features a strong pitching rotation and solid offensive support, positioning them as a formidable contender. They are expected to face the Yankees again in the Wild Card Series, aiming to avenge last year's playoff exit.
- •Red Sox began the season with a 32-46 record.
- •Boston has baseball's best record since June 25.
- •The team leads the league in home run prevention.
- •Three left-handers expected to dominate postseason innings.
- •Red Sox have a strong 46-35 record on the road.
- 8:58 PMCBS MLB — Red Sox clinch playoff berth: Three reasons why Boston is a legitimate World Series contender
"Boston rebounded from a rough first half to lock up a playoff spot for the second straight season
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