
Red Sox Fall to Yankees Again, Face Offseason Crossroads
The Boston Red Sox were eliminated from the 2026 MLB postseason after losing a two-game Wild Card Series sweep to the New York Yankees, marking the second consecutive year they have been eliminated by their rivals. The team finished the regular season with an 87-75 record, a step back from their 89-73 mark in 2025, despite significant offseason additions. The season was defined by a volatile trajectory, starting with a poor 10-17 record that led to the firing of manager Alex Cora, followed by a dominant 32-5 stretch, and ending with a 7-10 run in the final 17 games. The Red Sox now face critical offseason decisions regarding the health of star Roman Anthony, the future of pitcher Sonny Gray, and how to improve a lineup that ranked 23rd in runs scored.













