Red Sox struggle offensively in loss to Rays, fall 11 games under .500
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 3:22 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
On June 9, the Boston Red Sox lost to the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field, continuing their disappointing season. The Red Sox dropped to 11 games under.500 for the first time since 2020, with a record of 0-27 when trailing by three runs or more. Despite having scoring opportunities, particularly in a pivotal eighth inning, the top half of the lineup struggled significantly, going 0-6. The team's inability to score in high-pressure situations demonstrates a critical problem as they look to improve this season.
- •Red Sox fall to 11 games under.500 for first time since 2020.
- •Team struggles in high-leverage situations with low batting averages.
- •Top hitters underperforming, leaving opportunities unconverted.
- •Marcelo Mayer shows promise with a key double in eighth inning.
- •Red Sox remain winless when trailing after eight innings.
- 3:22 AMYahoo Sports — The Red Sox fall to 11 games under .500 as the offense comes up short yet again
"Boston had chances to end several ignominious statistical streaks tonight, but their inability to come through continues to overwhelm everything else.
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