Red Sox struggle offensively during recent MLB slump
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 2:43 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
The Boston Red Sox fell to No. 7 in MLB power rankings after losing seven of nine games, including an 8-3 defeat to the Pittsburgh Pirates. This poor stretch follows a franchise record of 27-3 over the previous 30 games. Interim manager Chad Tracy believes the team is creating chances despite averaging just 3.56 runs during the latest span. Adley Rutschman, acquired in a trade, is looking to improve after a rough start with Boston. The Red Sox are set to begin a three-game series against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Fenway Park.
- •Red Sox rank No. 7 in MLB power rankings after recent losses.
- •Team scored only five hits in an 8-3 loss to the Pirates.
- •Chad Tracy remains confident despite recent offensive struggles.
- •Adley Rutschman makes his Fenway Park debut Monday.
- •Red Sox to host Diamondbacks in three-game series.
- 2:43 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Slide in MLB Power Rankings Amid Concerning Offensive Slump
"Boston’s historic surge has been followed by seven losses in nine games, but Chad Tracy sees one important reason for optimism.
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