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Red Sox top Yankees 5-3 behind Contreras and Gray in Bronx

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Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Red Sox top Yankees 5-3 behind Contreras and Gray in Bronx

Summary

On June 5, 2026, the Boston Red Sox defeated the New York Yankees 5-3 at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx. Willson Contreras led the offense with an RBI single, while Andruw Monasterio hit his first home run of the season. Sonny Gray pitched into the seventh inning, allowing two solo home runs and recording the win. Aroldis Chapman closed the game for the Red Sox despite a two-on, one-out situation in the ninth. This victory marks an important win for the Red Sox as they navigate the competitive of the AL East.

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•Red Sox win 5-3 against Yankees on June 5, 2026.
•Willson Contreras records an RBI single.
•Sonny Gray pitches into the seventh and earns the win.
•Andruw Monasterio hits his first home run of the season.
•Aroldis Chapman closes out the game for Boston.

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1:41 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox 5, Yankees 3: New York nixed

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Am I the Willson Contreras whisperer? Many are saying it’s true. Due to a bug/feature in the schedule I haven’t have a game recap since mid-May, when the headline was “Where there’s a Willson, there’s a way, son.” Deja vu? Contreras led the way again tonight, in swatting Yankees pitchers: And coolers of delicious, cold […]
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