Sonny Gray starts for Boston Red Sox against Baltimore Orioles

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Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Sonny Gray starts for Boston Red Sox against Baltimore Orioles
Summary

Sonny Gray returns to the mound for the Boston Red Sox tonight against the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards. The starting pitcher has not appeared in a game since August 26, when he faced the Miami Marlins. Boston enters the contest with a 77-65 record, seeking their third consecutive victory. Team management has already designated Gray to start Game 1 of the Wild Card Series on September 29, contingent on the club's playoff qualification. Managerial decisions for tonight include resting Ceddanne Rafaela, Caleb Durbin, and Adley Rutschman, while Nick Sogard, Isiah Kiner-Falefa, and Trevor Story move into new positions in the lineup. The game is scheduled for a 7:05 p.m. first pitch with Chris Bassitt starting for the Baltimore Orioles.

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By the Numbers
  • •Sonny Gray starts for the Red Sox after a ten-day absence from the rotation.
  • •Boston holds a 77-65 record entering the game at Camden Yards.
  • •Chris Bassitt is scheduled to start on the mound for Baltimore.
  • •Trevor Story moves to shortstop for the Red Sox as part of a rotated lineup.
  • •The Red Sox have selected Gray to pitch the first game of a projected Wild Card series.
Latest Updates
  • 3:54 AMYahoo Sports — Gray throws 7 strong inning in majors-leading 17th win, Red Sox beat Orioles 5-0
  • 2:08 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Blank Orioles Again Behind Sonny Gray’s Dominant Start
  • 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox starter Sonny Gray returns to the mound to face Baltimore
What they're saying
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Sonny Gray pitched seven three-hit innings for his majors-leading 17th victory to help the Boston Red Sox beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-0 on Saturday night.

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Sonny Gray dominated Baltimore before the Red Sox delivered five two-out runs in their second consecutive shutout victory.

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With a good outing, he could help lead the Sox to their third straight win.

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