Red Sox Aim to Tie 80-Year Winning Streak

Historic Quest for a 15-Game Run

The 1946 Boston Red Sox, propelled by Hall of Famer Ted Williams, holds the franchise’s longest winning streak of 15 games. Today, the modern club sits just one victory away from matching that eight‑decade‑old record after a thrilling come‑from‑behind win over the Baltimore Orioles. The Red Sox extended their own second‑longest streak to 14 games with a 6‑5 victory on Monday night.

Monday’s Highlight: Durbin’s Walk‑Off Heroics

Caleb Durbin delivered the decisive blow, launching a two‑out, tie‑breaking homer over the Green Monster in the eighth inning. The blast came off right‑handed pitcher Tyler Wells, who was acquired from Milwaukee earlier in the season. Durbin’s home run sparked a wild celebration as teammates surged onto the field in front of the dugout.

Statistical Context and Season Turnaround

Boston was a dismal 37‑48 when the current streak began, but the surge has lifted the team into contention for a wild‑card spot. The Red Sox overcame three separate deficits to edge Baltimore, who were on a season‑best seven‑game winning streak of their own. The win also snapped the Orioles’ best run of the year.

What the Players Are Saying

Durbin admitted he hadn’t fully processed the moment as he rounded the bases, saying he blacked out momentarily. Willson Contreras echoed the excitement, noting that matching the 1946 mark would be a “great” celebration for the squad. Manager‑less discussion aside, the team remains focused on staying the course for the rest of the season.