Red Sox secure postseason spot after historic turnaround
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 11:15 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
The Boston Red Sox clinched an American League wild-card berth despite losing 5-1 to the Tampa Bay Rays. They made MLB history by becoming the first team to reach the postseason after having a record of 32-46 through their first 78 games. The turnaround began in late June, where they went on a historic 52-26 run, including a franchise-record 15 consecutive wins. The Red Sox will likely face the New York Yankees in a wild-card series starting Sept. 29.
- •Red Sox finish regular season with a wild-card berth.
- •Boston started the season 32-46 before improving sharply.
- •They went 52-26 after their low point in late June.
- •Interim manager Chad Tracy's leadership was crucial.
- •Boston may face the Yankees in a postseason rematch.
- 11:15 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Make MLB History After Season Once Looked Lost
"Boston completed one of baseball’s most improbable turnarounds by officially securing a place in the 2026 postseason.
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