Nathan Eovaldi had a rocky start after signing a four-year, $68 million deal after the 2018 season, but he has become durable and one of the leaders for the Red Sox.
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Red Sox notebook: For Barnes, frustration an ‘understatement’ as struggles pile on
After Matt Barnes had a career first half that made him a first-time All-Star, the Red Sox are now figuring ways to overcome the poor play of their closer.
Red Sox rally, then lose to Twins in 10 innings, 9-6
Minnesota scores five runs in the 10th after Kyle Schwarber ties the game with a two-run homer in the ninth.
Renfroe homers twice, Red Sox hold on to beat Twins 11-9
Hunter Renfroe homered twice and the Red Sox held onto the lead and their wild-card chances with a 11-9 victory over the last-place Minnesota Twins
Red Sox notebook: Red Sox send Duran down to Worcester
Rookie outfielder Jarren Duran’s playing time was decreasing because of his struggles and the addition of Kyle Schwarber.
Shaw’s grand slam in 11th saves Red Sox
Boston blows a two-run lead in the ninth, but comes back to beat Texas 8-4 in 11 innings.
Tom Caron: Red Sox stumbling through August as they seek wild-card spot
Suddenly, playing in the wild-card game is looking like a reward rather than a disappointment, but Boston needs to play better, especially defensively, to keep its playoff hopes alive.
MLB notebook: Red Sox game vs. Rangers postponed until Monday
The teams will finish their series on Monday after Sunday’s game is washed out by Tropical Storm Henri.
Lack of urgency could be costly for Red Sox
Boston has taken a cautious approach this season and it could keep them out of the playoffs.
Lyle’s strong start leads Rangers over sloppy Red Sox, 10-1
Former Boston utilityman Brock Holt hit two RBI singles, and the Texas Rangers used a surprisingly strong start by Jordan Lyles to beat the sloppy Red Sox 10-1