Braves, Red Sox Split Consecutive Games in Boston
PUBLISHED May 26, 2026, 11:06 PM ET
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Boston — The Atlanta Braves beat the Boston Red Sox 7-6 on Tuesday at Fenway Park, with Michael Harris II collecting four hits including a two-run homer and Matt Olson adding a two-run shot; Spencer Strider started and Raisel Iglesias recorded the save as Atlanta halted a two-game skid in their third win over Boston this season. Boston then responded Wednesday with an 8-0 victory at Fenway Park as Connelly Early struck out seven over seven innings and Jarren Duran homered during a 15-hit Red Sox attack; Boston improved to 23-31, while Atlanta's pitching staff faced scrutiny after allowing six runs in a single inning, prompting rotation and bullpen evaluations this week.
By Emily Rhodes | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- Tuesday: Braves defeated Red Sox 7-6 at Fenway Park; Michael Harris II recorded four hits and a two-run homer.
- Tuesday ninth inning: Boston staged a rally with hits from Mickey Gasper and Nick Sogard but fell short as Wilyer Abreu grounded out to end the game.
- Raisel Iglesias recorded the save for Atlanta; Spencer Strider was the starter and earned the win designation (3-0 noted).
- Wednesday: Red Sox beat Braves 8-0 at Fenway Park; Connelly Early struck out seven in seven innings and Boston produced 15 hits.
- Post-games: Boston's record listed as 23-31 after the win; both teams faced short-term evaluations of pitching and bullpen usage.
News Intelligence
- If you're a Red Sox or Braves fan, these games are a roller coaster. The Braves showed resilience, bouncing back from a losing streak. The Red Sox, despite Tuesday's loss, came back strong. It's a reminder that in baseball, anything can happen. Keep an eye on how both teams adjust their pitching strategies.
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The Atlanta Braves benefited from Michael Harris II and Matt Olson's timely hitting in the 7-6 victory, while the Boston Red Sox benefited from Connelly Early's seven‑strikeout, seven‑inning start and a 15‑hit attack in the 8-0 win the next night.
The Boston Red Sox suffered a narrow 7-6 loss despite a ninth-inning rally, and the Atlanta Braves suffered an 8-0 defeat the following night after yielding a six-run inning and 15 hits to Boston.
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