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Red Sox Hold Top Wild Card After Anthony’s Leadoff HR Keys 4-3 Win in Baltimore

The season-series edge over New York gives Boston the Wild Card tiebreaker.

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Aug 23, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony (19) hits a single against the New York Yankees during the third inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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Aug 25, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story (10) throws to first as Baltimore Orioles is out at second for a double play during the sixth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Roman Anthony led off the Orioles series opener with his first career leadoff homer, becoming the youngest Red Sox player to do so and breaking an 86-year franchise mark.
  • Boston beat Baltimore 4-3 as Jarren Duran’s three-run shot in the fifth provided the final lead, Richard Fitts earned the win, and Aroldis Chapman secured his 25th save.
  • The Red Sox are 72-60 and remain five games behind the Blue Jays in the AL East standings.
  • After taking three of four at Yankee Stadium, Boston clinched the season series and a potential tiebreaker over New York to hold a half-game edge for the top Wild Card spot.
  • Strong pitching has fueled the surge, with standout starts by Brayan Bello and Garrett Crochet and mostly scoreless bullpen work over the weekend, while newcomer Nathaniel Lowe has delivered timely hits.