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The MLB is shaking thanks to the Boston Red Sox, who on July 22, 2026, clinched their 15th consecutive victory after beating the Baltimore Orioles 6-3 in the first game of a doubleheader. With this win, the Red Sox matched a franchise record set way back in 1946, when legends like Ted Williams and Bobby Doerr ruled the diamond.
The vibe at Fenway Park did a complete 180: from fans chanting “Sell the team!” to a deafening standing ovation, Boston is dreaming big again. This squad started the season with a disastrous 10-17 record under Alex Cora, stuck at the bottom of the AL East. Now? They’re right in the thick of the Wild Card race and threatening to blow up every preseason prediction.
The Big Turnaround: From Nightmare to Dreamland
The magic started after Alex Cora’s exit and the arrival of interim manager Chad Tracy, who just became the first skipper since the 1800s to lead a 15-game win streak without starting the season in charge.
“I’ve read a few things. I know Ted Williams was around back then, so I’m aware of the year and how long it’s been. It’s awesome to be part of something this big,” Tracy said after tying the historic mark.
The Red Sox offense has been on fire during this run: they jumped from averaging 3.96 runs per game to a jaw-dropping 5.87. Standouts like Caleb Durbin (who hit the clutch homer in win #14), rookie Jake Bennett, and shortstop Tsung-Che Cheng—who’s been making highlight-reel plays—have all stepped up.
History Repeats: 1946 Comes Alive in Boston
The last time the Red Sox rattled off 15 straight wins was 1946, the year they reached the World Series with a legendary roster. Now, 80 years later, the magic is back and the city is buzzing. “Records like this are meant to be broken. I hope we break it, and I hope someone after us does too,” said outfielder Jarren Duran, one of the team’s emotional leaders.
This streak isn’t just a franchise milestone: it’s only the eighth time since 1961 that any MLB team has won 15 or more in a row in a single season. The last to do it? The St. Louis Cardinals in 2021, with 17 straight.
Duran shared the secret sauce: “It took us a while to find our identity, but now we’ve got it and we’re rolling. We’re a scrappy team, we put the ball in play, and we put pressure on the defense. It’s fun to watch and even more fun to play.”
Unexpected Heroes and Fenway’s Revival
During this streak, the Red Sox have found heroes all over the roster. Caleb Durbin played the hero with a clutch homer in game 14, rookie Jake Bennett has pitched with poise beyond his years, and Tsung-Che Cheng stole the show by sealing win #15 with a jaw-dropping play deep in the hole, firing to Willson Contreras for the final out.
“That moment’s electricity is right at the top of my list. Being able to come through for the guys and take the lead was huge,” Durbin said about his big swing. The late innings have been pure drama, with fans on their feet and roaring for every out—especially when Aroldis Chapman takes the mound to slam the door.
From Cellar Dwellers to Contenders: Season Impact
Just a month ago, the Red Sox were 37-48 and looked ready to sell at the MLB trade deadline (August 3). Now, after winning 20 of their last 22, they’ve rocketed up the standings and grabbed the third Wild Card spot, breathing down the necks of the Tampa Bay Rays.
Even Orioles manager Craig Albernaz had to tip his cap: “Much respect. A 15-game win streak is seriously impressive. It’s tough to win even one game in the big leagues, and they’ve stacked up 15. They’re playing incredible baseball right now.”
Red Sox Streak: Your Burning Questions Answered
What’s the Red Sox record for consecutive wins? The record is 15 straight, set in 1946 and now matched in 2026.
Who’s the manager behind the streak? Interim manager Chad Tracy took over after Alex Cora was let go and has guided the team through the streak.
Which players have been key? Caleb Durbin, Jake Bennett, and Tsung-Che Cheng have been huge, along with Jarren Duran and Aroldis Chapman.
How has the streak changed Boston’s season? The team went from the division basement to fighting for a playoff spot and totally changed their approach to the trade deadline.
When was the last time Boston had a streak like this? In 1946, when they reached the World Series with Ted Williams leading the way.
