The Boston Red Sox secured a 6-1 win over the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on July 20, 2025. Garrett Crochet was the winning pitcher, improving his record to 10-4 with a 2.23 ERA. The Red Sox are now 53-47, while the Cubs fall to 59-39.
Key performances included Alex Bregman and Wilyer Abreu. Bregman hit a home run and collected three RBIs. Abreu added another home run and also drove in three runs, contributing significantly to the Red Sox’s victory.
The Cubs took an early lead in the second inning with a run scored. They kept the Red Sox scoreless through the first six innings. The Cubs’ pitching held strong until the seventh inning. In the seventh inning, the Red Sox scored two runs to take the lead. They added four more runs in the eighth inning, bringing the final score to 6-1. The Red Sox secured the win, improving their record to 53-47.
Garrett Crochet led the Red Sox with a strong performance on the mound. He pitched six innings, allowing one run and striking out five. This win brought his record to 10-4 with an ERA of 2.23.
On the batting side, Alex Bregman and Wilyer Abreu were key players for the Red Sox. Bregman hit a home run and drove in three runs. Abreu also hit a home run and had three RBIs, contributing significantly to the team’s win.
For the Cubs, Ryan Pressly was the losing pitcher. He pitched one inning, giving up two runs and striking out two. Despite the loss, Nico Hoerner and Pete Crow-Armstrong had notable performances with two hits each.
What’s Next
The Red Sox improved their record to 53-47 with their win over the Cubs. They now stand 3rd in the East. This victory helps them in their push for a higher spot in the standings. The Cubs remain at the top of the Central with a 59-39 record despite the loss. This game did not change their position in the standings. The Cubs and Red Sox do not have frequent head-to-head games, making this result notable for both teams.
The Boston Red Sox will start a new series against the Philadelphia Phillies. The first game is on Monday, July 21, 2025, at Citizens Bank Park. No probable starters have been announced yet for this series.
The Chicago Cubs will begin a new series against the Kansas City Royals. The first game is set for Monday, July 21, 2025, at Wrigley Field. The probable starters for the games have not been listed yet.
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Last updated:July 21, 2025 Cubs, Red Sox