The Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 6-2 on Aug. 5, 2025, for their 7th straight win. Garrett Crochet was dominant and Trevor Story had the clutch hit.
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There's a special kind of magic brewing at Fenway Park this summer. The Boston Red Sox notched their seventh consecutive victory Tuesday night, a decisive 6-2 win over the Kansas City Royals, pushing the team to a high-water mark of 13 games over .500 for the first time since 2021. This isn't just a hot streak; it's a statement. With a dominant ace on the mound, a lineup that's finding its clutch gene, and reinforcements arriving, the Sox are looking every bit the part of a serious playoff contender.
The Red Sox are now 13 games above .500 for the first time since 2021.
Tuesday's victory was a masterclass in the formula that's fueling this run: dominant starting pitching and timely hitting. Garrett Crochet was simply electric, carving up the Royals for seven innings while striking out eight. The win marked his ninth consecutive winning decision, solidifying his status as the undisputed ace of this staff. Offensively, it was Trevor Story who played the hero. With the game knotted at 2-2 in the sixth, Story ripped a go-ahead two-run single that broke the tension and opened the floodgates. He'd add another RBI for good measure, while Wilyer Abreu provided crucial insurance with a two-run single of his own in the seventh. It was a complete team effort that showcased a club firing on all cylinders.
The good vibes don't stop with Tuesday's win. All eyes now turn to Wednesday's series finale, where newly acquired right-hander Dustin May is set to make his much-anticipated Red Sox debut. Acquired at the trade deadline to bolster the rotation for the stretch run, May (6-7, 4.85 ERA) brings a power arm and playoff experience to Boston. His first start is more than just a game; it's the front office's latest chess move in the hunt for October. Facing Kansas City's Michael Wacha, May has a prime opportunity to endear himself to the Fenway Faithful and prove he's the missing piece for this ascending team.
Perhaps the most exciting part of this run is that it's being built on a sustainable foundation. While the big-league club is winning, the farm system is thriving, recently earning the No. 3 ranking in all of baseball. The latest evidence of this depth is the promotion of top pitching prospect Payton Tolle to Triple-A Worcester. After dominating Double-A, Tolle is now just one call away from the show and could be a factor when rosters expand in September. This embarrassment of riches allows the Sox to maintain a competitive edge, with other top prospects like outfielder Jhostynxon Garcia serving as valuable trade chips to fortify the roster for this year's playoff push without mortgaging the entire future. It's the best of both worlds.
With a seven-game winning streak in their back pocket and a chance to sweep the Royals on Wednesday, the Red Sox are playing their best baseball at the perfect time. The energy is palpable, the roster is getting stronger with May's debut, and the future is secure. This team isn't just hoping for a playoff spot anymore—they're starting to look like a team nobody wants to face in October. Buckle up, because the rest of this season is going to be a thrilling ride.
