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MLB Recap: Boston Red Sox vs Athletics – 9/8/25

The Boston Red Sox played against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park on September 8, 2025. The Red Sox won 7-0. Garrett Crochet was the winning pitcher, improving his record to 14-5 with a 2.67 ERA.

Trevor Story contributed with a home run and a double, driving in one run. Masataka Yoshida also added two hits and an RBI. The Red Sox now hold a 79-65 record, while the Athletics are at 66-78.

The Red Sox started the game strong with a run in the first inning. They added two more runs in the second inning, giving them an early 3-0 lead. The team then scored two more runs in the fifth inning, extending their lead to 5-0. In the eighth inning, the Red Sox added two additional runs to secure their victory. The Athletics struggled to put any runs on the board, ending the game with a final score of Red Sox 7, Athletics 0. The Red Sox had a total of 12 hits, while the Athletics managed only 3 hits.

Garrett Crochet was the winning pitcher for the Red Sox. He pitched 7 innings, allowing only 3 hits and no runs. Crochet struck out 10 batters, showing strong command on the mound. This performance improved his record to 14-5 with a 2.67 ERA.

Trevor Story had a notable game at the plate for the Red Sox. He went 2-for-4, scoring 2 runs and driving in 1. Story also hit a home run and a double, helping the team secure the win. His batting average now stands at .262.

The Athletics’ Luis Morales took the loss after pitching 4.67 innings. He allowed 5 runs on 7 hits, including 2 home runs. Despite the loss, Morales maintained a 1.59 ERA for the season.

What’s Next

The Red Sox, with their win, now have a record of 79-65. This places them in 3rd in the East. They are in a strong position as the season nears its end. Every win is crucial for their playoff chances. The Athletics’ loss puts them at 66-78, holding 5th in the West. This game could impact their standings further if they cannot gain wins in their next games. The head-to-head dynamics between these teams could change with their future encounters.

The Boston Red Sox will continue their series against the Athletics. Their next game is on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 10:05 PM. The game will be played at Sutter Health Park. No probable starters have been announced yet.

The Athletics are also set to face the Red Sox again. They will play on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 10:05 PM at home in Sutter Health Park. Probable starters for this game are not known at this time.


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