The Red Sox beat the Rays 4-1 on July 13, 2025, extending their win streak to 10 games! Trevor Story and Ceddanne Rafaela led a 6th-inning surge.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Make it ten. The Boston Red Sox are officially the hottest team in baseball, capping a perfect homestand by sweeping the Tampa Bay Rays with a 4-1 victory on Sunday. Fenway Park was electric as the Sox extended their winning streak to double digits, a feat that has transformed their season and put the rest of the American League on notice.
With their 4-1 win over the Rays, the Red Sox have now won 10 consecutive games, their longest winning streak of the 2025 season.
For five innings, it was a classic pitcher's duel. The Sox scratched across an early run in the third when Marcelo Mayer scored on a rare interference call, but the Rays answered with a Josh Lowe sacrifice fly in the fourth. Then came the sixth inning, the frame that has defined this team's recent success. With the game tied 1-1, Trevor Story delivered a clutch RBI single to give Boston the lead. Moments later, Ceddanne Rafaela blew the game open, launching a two-run moonshot for his 14th homer of the season. The bullpen, featuring Garrett Whitlock and Aroldis Chapman, slammed the door from there, securing the sweep and the milestone win.
This win was a perfect microcosm of the team's recent formula for success. Brayan Bello was masterful on the mound, carving through the Rays' lineup for 6+ innings of one-run ball. He set the tone, handing a tight game over to the offense. And that offense was led by the dynamic duo of Trevor Story and Ceddanne Rafaela. Story, who went 2-for-3, not only tied the game but also swiped his 16th base, showing off his all-around game. Rafaela provided the thunder, proving once again that his power is a legitimate game-changer.
What makes this run even more exciting is the knowledge that the organization is built for sustained success. Even after some recent trades, the Red Sox farm system remains one of the best in the game, consistently ranked in MLB's top five. With future stars like outfielder Roman Anthony, infielder Franklin Arias, and pitcher Luis Perales developing, the pipeline is loaded. This current winning streak isn't a flash in the pan; it's the result of a long-term strategy that balances winning at the major league level with cultivating elite talent for the future.
The Red Sox are now 53-45 and just 3.5 games out of first place in a suddenly tight AL East. This 10-game winning streak has been more than just a hot stretch; it's been a statement. With a crucial road trip on the horizon, the team has the momentum, the confidence, and the talent to make a serious push for the division crown. Buckle up, Red Sox Nation, the second half is just getting started.
