On September 18, 2025, the Athletics defeated the Boston Red Sox 5–3 at Fenway Park. The win improved the Athletics’ record to 71-81, while the Red Sox fell to 83-69. J.T. Ginn earned the win, pitching six innings and allowing two runs.
Athletics players Butler and Rooker contributed key performances. Butler went 2-for-5 with a double, while Rooker hit a home run and drove in two runs. The game saw clear skies and a temperature of 100 degrees, with a light wind blowing out to right field.
The Athletics started strong with three runs in the first inning. This gave them an early lead against the Red Sox. In the second inning, the Red Sox scored one run, reducing the deficit to 3-1. The Athletics added another run in the third inning, making it 4-2 after the Red Sox scored again in the same inning. The middle innings saw no scoring from either team. In the seventh inning, the Athletics scored their final run, extending the lead to 5-2. The Red Sox managed one more run in the eighth, but it wasn’t enough. The Athletics held on to win the game 5-3.
J.T. Ginn was the winning pitcher for the Athletics. He pitched six innings, allowing two runs on five hits. Ginn also struck out three batters, helping his team secure the win.
On the batting side, Lawrence Butler had a strong game for the Athletics with two hits and two runs. Brent Rooker contributed with a home run and two RBIs, providing key offensive support.
For the Red Sox, Brayan Bello took the loss, giving up four runs in four innings. Trevor Story was a standout performer for Boston, hitting a home run and a double while driving in one run.
What’s Next
The Athletics’ win against the Red Sox brings their record to 71-81. They are currently 4th in the West. This victory gives them a small boost in the standings, but they remain out of playoff contention. On the other hand, the Red Sox fall to 83-69 with the loss. They sit in 3rd place in the East. The defeat does not help their push for a higher playoff spot, and each game becomes more important as the season nears its end.
The Athletics will head to Pittsburgh to start a new series against the Pirates. Their next game is on Friday, September 19, 2025, at 6:40 PM. The game will be at PNC Park, and the Athletics will be playing away.
The Red Sox will travel to face the Tampa Bay Rays in their next series. The first game is scheduled for Friday, September 19, 2025, at 7:35 PM. It will take place at George M. Steinbrenner Field, with the Red Sox playing away.
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Last updated:September 19, 2025 Athletics, Red Sox