Roman Anthony's slide ties game as Red Sox face Mariners
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 12:45 PM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026

On August 31, 2026, Roman Anthony of the Boston Red Sox executed a game-tying slide into home plate against the Seattle Mariners at Fenway Park. This play followed Anthony's return from injury after nearly four months and contributed to the team's ongoing push in the league., Anthony's performance included a triple, and he scored during the ninth inning on a sacrifice fly. This moment not only tied the game but also showcased Anthony's skills and marked a promising return for both him and teammate Trevor Story, who returned to the lineup that same day. The game ultimately led to a walk-off victory for the Red Sox in the following inning with Story driving in the winning hit.
- •Roman Anthony slides into home, tying the game on August 31.
- •Anthony and Trevor Story returned from injuries on the same day.
- •The Red Sox were facing the Seattle Mariners in Boston.
- •Anthony went 2-for-4 and scored in the game.
- •Trevor Story recorded the game-winning hit in the following inning.
- 12:45 PMYahoo Sports — The Moments that Made the 2026 Red Sox: Roman Anthony’s stunning, game-tying, table-setting slide into home
"Before we begin looking ahead to 2027, OTM is looking back at 2026, highlighting some of the biggest, strangest, and most memorable moments of a memorable season. Roman Anthony and Trevor Story each landed on the IL in May and each returned to the Red Sox on the same day: August 30. They were activated […]
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