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The Boston Red Sox are a professional baseball team from Boston, USA. They play in Major League Baseball (MLB) as part of the American League (AL) East Division. The team started in 1901 and has played at Fenway Park since 1912.
The name "Red Sox" was chosen in c. 1908 because of the red socks in their uniform. Before that, they were known as the "Boston Americans." The team has won nine World Series championships, which is one of the most in MLB history. Their most recent win was in 2018.
The Red Sox were very strong early on, winning the first World Series in 1903. They won four more championships by 1918. However, they then had a very long time without winning, which fans called the "Curse of the Bambino." This was because star player Babe Ruth was sold to the rival New York Yankees after the 1918 win. The team finally won again in 2004, ending an 86-year wait.
Since 2004, the Red Sox have won four World Series titles (2004, 2007, 2013, and 2018). They are the first team to win four championships in the 21st century. The Red Sox have a big rivalry with the New York Yankees, which is one of the most famous rivalries in sports.
The team is owned by Fenway Sports Group. This group also owns other sports teams like Liverpool in England (soccer) and the Pittsburgh Penguins (hockey). The Red Sox are very popular and often have high attendance at their games. From 2003 to 2013, they sold out every home game at Fenway Park for 820 games in a row! Songs like "Sweet Caroline" and "Dirty Water" are often played at their games.
As of the end of the 2024 season, the Red Sox have won 9,955 games and lost 9,263 games.
Contents
- Team Name History
- Team History
- Ballpark
- Spring Training
- Rivalries
- Media
- Honors and Achievements
- Minor League Teams
- See also
Team Name History
The name Red Sox was chosen by owner John I. Taylor after the 1907 season. It refers to the red socks that became part of the team's uniform in 1908. The word Sox was already used by the Chicago White Sox. Newspapers used "Sox" because it was shorter than "Stockings" for headlines.
The name "Red Stockings" was used by earlier baseball teams, including one from Cincinnati. When a new Boston team was formed in 1871, they also used the "Red Stockings" name. This team later became the Atlanta Braves.
When the American League started a team in Boston in 1901, they wore dark blue stockings. They didn't have an official nickname for seven seasons. People just called them "Boston," "Bostonians," or "Americans." In 1907, the National League team in Boston stopped wearing red trim. The American League team saw this as a chance to make red their color. On December 18, 1907, John I. Taylor announced that the team would officially use red. The 1908 uniforms had a large red stocking design. From then on, the team was known as the "Red Sox."
The name is often shortened to "Bosox" or "BoSox." Sportswriters sometimes call them the Crimson Hose or the Olde Towne Team. Fans often just say "Sox" when talking about the team.
Team History
Early Success (1901–1919)
In 1901, the American League started a team in Boston called the "Boston Americans." They played their home games at Huntington Avenue Grounds. The team finished second in 1901 and third in 1902. Early stars included manager Jimmy Collins, outfielders Chick Stahl, Buck Freeman, and Patsy Dougherty, and pitcher Cy Young. In 1901, Cy Young won 33 games, which was a huge number!
In 1903, the team won their first American League title. They played in the first modern World Series against the Pittsburgh Pirates. With strong pitching, the Americans won the series five games to three.
In 1904, the team won another American League title. However, the New York Giants (from the National League) refused to play in the World Series that year. This led to a rule that the World Series would be played every year starting in 1905.
In 1906, Boston had a tough year, losing 105 games and finishing last. In 1907, the team's name officially changed to the Boston Red Sox.
By 1909, Tris Speaker became a key player in the outfield. In 1912, the Red Sox won 105 games and the league title. This was a club record until 2018. With Tris Speaker, Harry Hooper, and Duffy Lewis in the outfield, and pitcher Smoky Joe Wood, the Red Sox beat the New York Giants in the 1912 World Series.
In 1914, the Red Sox signed a young pitcher named Babe Ruth. In 1915, the team won 101 games and beat the Philadelphia Phillies in the 1915 World Series. After 1915, Tris Speaker was traded. But the Red Sox still won the 1916 World Series, defeating the Brooklyn Robins.
In 1918, Babe Ruth led the team to another World Series championship against the Chicago Cubs.
The Babe Ruth Sale and Tough Times (1920–1938)
On December 26, 1919, the Red Sox sold Babe Ruth to the rival New York Yankees. Ruth had been a star for the Red Sox for six seasons. In 1919, he broke the single-season home run record with 29 homers. Many people believe the sale happened so the Red Sox owner could fund a Broadway play. This trade is seen as the start of the famous Yankees–Red Sox rivalry.
After selling Ruth and other key players, the Red Sox struggled for many years. They often finished near the bottom of the league. In 1932, they had their worst season ever, winning only 43 games and losing 111.
In 1933, Tom Yawkey bought the team. He started to rebuild by bringing in talented players like pitchers Wes Ferrell and Lefty Grove, shortstop and manager Joe Cronin, and first baseman Jimmie Foxx. In 1938, Foxx hit 50 home runs, a club record that lasted for 68 years.
The Ted Williams Era (1939–1960)
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In 1939, the Red Sox bought Ted Williams, a young outfielder. Williams became one of the greatest hitters of all time. He hit for both power and a high batting average. The right-field area at Fenway Park, sometimes called "Williamsburg," was built partly for his left-handed swing.
Williams served as a pilot in the United States Marine Corps during World War II and the Korean War. This meant he missed at least five full seasons of baseball. In 1941, he batted .406, becoming the last player to hit over .400 for a full season.
With Williams, the Red Sox reached the 1946 World Series but lost to the St. Louis Cardinals in seven games. In that series, Williams struggled, getting only five hits in 25 tries. The Cardinals won Game 7 when Enos Slaughter scored from first base on a hit. Some people blamed shortstop Johnny Pesky for hesitating on the throw, but this is still debated.
Other stars in the 1940s included second baseman Bobby Doerr and center fielder Dom DiMaggio. The Red Sox almost won the AL title in 1948 and 1949 but lost in close races.
The 1950s were tough for the Red Sox. After Williams returned from the Korean War in 1953, many of the team's best players had left. Critics sometimes called the team "Ted Williams and the Seven Dwarfs." The Red Sox were also the last MLB team to have an African American player, when Pumpsie Green joined in 1959. Ted Williams retired at the end of the 1960 season, hitting a home run in his final at-bat.
The Impossible Dream (1960s)
The 1960s started slowly, but in 1961, Carl Yastrzemski joined the team. He became a great hitter and replaced Williams in left field.
The 1967 season is known as the "Impossible Dream" year. The Red Sox had finished ninth in 1966, but in 1967, they surprised everyone. Yastrzemski won the American League Triple Crown, hitting .326 with 44 home runs and 121 runs batted in. He was named the league's Most Valuable Player. The Red Sox won the league title but lost the 1967 World Series to the St. Louis Cardinals in seven games.
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A young Boston player named Tony Conigliaro hit 24 home runs in 1964. He became the youngest player to hit 100 home runs. However, in 1967, he was hit in the face by a fastball. He missed the next season and was never quite the same player.
The Red Hat Era (1970s)
The Red Sox were competitive in the 1970s but often finished second in their division. In 1972, they lost the division by just half a game.
1975 World Series
The Red Sox won the AL title in 1975. This team was exciting, with stars like Yastrzemski, rookie outfielders Jim Rice and Fred Lynn, veteran Dwight Evans, catcher Carlton Fisk, and pitchers Luis Tiant and Bill "The Spaceman" Lee. Fred Lynn won both Rookie of the Year and MVP awards, which was a first!
In the 1975 World Series, they played the strong Cincinnati Reds. The Red Sox were down 3 games to 2. Game 6 at Fenway Park is one of the most famous games ever. The Red Sox were losing 6–3 in the 8th inning when Bernie Carbo hit a three-run homer to tie the game. In the 12th inning, Carlton Fisk hit a deep fly ball that went fair, hitting the foul pole. Fisk famously waved his arms to keep the ball fair. The Red Sox won 7–6!
However, the Red Sox lost Game 7, 4–3. Carlton Fisk later said, "We won that thing 3 games to 4."
1978 Pennant Race
In 1978, the Red Sox and Yankees had a very close race for the division title. The Yankees were far behind in July but caught up. On the last day of the season, the teams were tied, forcing a one-game playoff at Fenway Park.
The most famous moment from this game was Bucky Dent's three-run home run in the 7th inning. It went just over the Green Monster, giving the Yankees the lead. The Yankees won 5–4. This loss was very tough for Red Sox fans.
The 1986 World Series and Game Six
In 1986, the Red Sox had a strong team. Roger Clemens led the pitchers, winning 24 games and the Cy Young and MVP awards. The Red Sox won their division and faced the California Angels in the ALCS. They were down 3 games to 1, but in Game 5, Dave Henderson hit a dramatic home run to win the game. The Red Sox then won Games 6 and 7 to take the American League title.
They faced the New York Mets in the 1986 World Series. Boston won the first two games but lost the next two. In Game 5, they won again, leading 3 games to 2. In Game 6, the Red Sox were leading 5–3 in the 10th inning, just two outs away from winning the World Series. However, the Mets scored two runs to tie the game. Then, Mookie Wilson hit a ground ball that rolled through first baseman Bill Buckner's legs, allowing the winning run to score.
Many people blamed Buckner for the loss. However, others pointed out that even if he had fielded the ball cleanly, the speedy Wilson might still have been safe. The Mets then won Game 7, completing a tough loss for the Red Sox. This loss added to the idea that the team was "cursed."
Morgan Magic (1988–1991)
The Red Sox made the playoffs again in 1988. Manager John McNamara was replaced by Joe Morgan in July. The team then won 12 games in a row, a streak called Morgan Magic. They won the AL East title but were swept by the Oakland Athletics in the ALCS. In 1990, the Red Sox won the division again but were swept by the Athletics in the ALCS once more.
Mixed Results (1992–2001)
Owner Tom Yawkey passed away in 1976, and his wife Jean took over until her death in 1992. The team was then sold in 2002, ending 70 years of Yawkey ownership.
In 1994, Dan Duquette became the General Manager. He improved the team's farm system, which helped develop players like Nomar Garciaparra. He also signed big free agents like Manny Ramírez in 2000.
The Red Sox won the AL East in 1995 but were swept by the Cleveland Indians in the playoffs. Their playoff losing streak reached 13 games. In 1998, the team won the MLB Wild Card but lost to the Indians again in the playoffs.
In 1999, the Red Sox finally beat the Indians in the playoffs. Cleveland led 2–0, but Boston won the next three games. Game 4 was a huge 23–7 win, the highest-scoring playoff game ever. In Game 5, Pedro Martínez pitched six innings without allowing a hit, helping the team win 12–8. After this win, the Red Sox lost to the Yankees in the ALCS.
The John Henry Era (2002–Present)
2002–2003 Seasons
In 2002, a new ownership group led by John W. Henry bought the Red Sox. They made changes, including hiring Theo Epstein as General Manager. At 28, Epstein became the youngest GM in MLB history.
The 2003 team was called the "Cowboy Up" team. They came back from a 0–2 deficit to win their playoff series against the Oakland Athletics. They then faced the New York Yankees in the ALCS. In Game 7, Boston led 5–2 in the 8th inning, but the Yankees tied it. The Red Sox eventually lost 6–5 when Aaron Boone hit a home run. Many fans blamed manager Grady Little for not taking pitcher Pedro Martínez out of the game earlier.
"The Idiots": 2004 World Series Champions
Before the 2004 season, the Red Sox added pitcher Curt Schilling and closer Keith Foulke. During the season, they made trades, including sending popular shortstop Nomar Garciaparra away. They brought in players like Orlando Cabrera and Doug Mientkiewicz. The team then won 22 of 25 games and made the playoffs. Players and fans called them "the Idiots" because of their unique personalities and fun attitude.
Boston swept the Anaheim Angels in the first round of the playoffs. Then they faced the New York Yankees in the ALCS, a rematch from 2003. The Red Sox lost the first three games, including a tough 19–8 loss in Game 3. No team had ever come back from a 3–0 deficit in a best-of-seven series.
In Game 4, the Red Sox were losing 4–3 in the 9th inning. Dave Roberts stole second base and scored on a hit by Bill Mueller, tying the game. The Red Sox won in the 12th inning on a home run by David Ortiz. Ortiz also hit the game-winning hit in Game 5. In Game 6, Schilling pitched with a bloody sock due to an ankle injury, helping the Red Sox win. Boston became the first MLB team to force a Game 7 after being down 3–0. They completed the comeback with a 10–3 win in Game 7. Ortiz was named ALCS MVP.
The Red Sox then swept the St. Louis Cardinals in the 2004 World Series. They never trailed in the series. It was the Red Sox' first championship in 86 years! Manny Ramírez was named World Series MVP.
2007 World Series Champions
In 2005, the Red Sox made the playoffs as a wild card team but were swept by the Chicago White Sox. In 2006, David Ortiz broke the Red Sox single-season home run record with 54 homers.
Before the 2007 season, the Red Sox signed Japanese pitching star Daisuke Matsuzaka. The Red Sox took first place in the AL East early in the season and stayed there. Rookie second baseman Dustin Pedroia started slowly but became a star, winning the AL Rookie of the Year Award. Pitcher Josh Beckett had his first 20-win season.
The Red Sox swept the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in the first round of the playoffs. They then faced the Cleveland Indians in the ALCS. The Red Sox fell behind 3 games to 1 but came back to win the series, outscoring the Indians 30–5 in the last three games. The Red Sox then swept the Colorado Rockies in the 2007 World Series. It was their second championship in four years. Third baseman Mike Lowell was named World Series MVP.
Injuries and Struggles (2008–2012)
In 2008, the Red Sox made the playoffs as a wild card team. They beat the Angels but lost to the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 7 of the ALCS. In 2009, they made the playoffs again but were swept by the Angels.
In 2011, the Red Sox had a big collapse. They had a 9-game lead in their division in September but went 7–20 that month and missed the playoffs. This was the first time in MLB history a team lost such a large September lead. The 2012 season was the 100th anniversary of Fenway Park, but the team struggled, finishing with their worst record since 1965.
Boston Strong: 2013 World Series Champions
In 2012, the Red Sox finished last in their division. But in 2013, they made an amazing turnaround, winning the AL East title. Many people credit manager John Farrell and new players like Jonny Gomes, Mike Napoli, and Shane Victorino for this change. The pitching staff also improved greatly. Closer Koji Uehara had an amazing season, setting a new Red Sox record by retiring 33 batters in a row.
The Red Sox secured home field advantage for the playoffs. They then defeated the St. Louis Cardinals in the 2013 World Series, winning four games to two. The Red Sox became the first team since 1991 to win the World Series a year after finishing in last place.
Throughout the 2013 season, the team showed strong support for the city of Boston after the Boston Marathon bombing in April 2013. Players wore a "Boston Strong" patch on their uniforms. David Ortiz gave a famous speech after the bombing, saying, "This is our ... city! And nobody is going to dictate our freedom! Stay strong!" After winning the World Series, the team placed the trophy at the Boston Marathon finish line, a powerful moment for the city.
Recent Seasons (2014–Present)
After their 2013 championship, the Red Sox finished last in the AL East in both 2014 and 2015. On September 12, 2015, David Ortiz hit his 500th career home run. Ortiz announced that 2016 would be his last season.
In 2016, the Red Sox won their division with a 93–69 record. They had six All-Stars, and Rick Porcello won the AL Cy Young Award. Mookie Betts was a runner-up for MVP. However, the team was swept by the Cleveland Indians in the playoffs. In 2017, they won the division again but were eliminated by the Houston Astros in the playoffs. Manager John Farrell was then replaced by Alex Cora.
"Damage Done": 2018 World Series Champions
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The 2018 Red Sox had an amazing season, winning 108 games. This broke the team record of 105 wins set in 1912. They won the AL East division for the third year in a row. Key players included All-Stars Mookie Betts, J. D. Martinez, Chris Sale, and Craig Kimbrel. Betts led baseball in batting average.
The Red Sox entered the playoffs as the top team in the American League. They defeated the New York Yankees in four games in the Division Series. Next, they beat the defending champion Houston Astros in five games in the League Championship Series. Boston then defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers in five games in the 2018 World Series, winning their fourth championship in 15 years. The team's motto during the season was "do damage," and after their win, it became "damage done."
This team is considered one of the best Red Sox teams ever and one of the best MLB teams of the 2010s.
Recent Struggles (2019–Present)
Despite having most of their 2018 championship team, the 2019 Red Sox won 24 fewer games and missed the playoffs. Their General Manager, Dave Dombrowski, was fired. Chaim Bloom was hired as the new Chief Baseball Officer.
In January 2020, it was reported that the Red Sox had used their video replay room to steal signs during their 2018 season. Manager Alex Cora and the team agreed to part ways because he was mentioned in the report about the Houston Astros sign stealing scandal. Ron Roenicke became the interim manager. In February, star players Mookie Betts and David Price were traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers. In April, MLB's investigation into the 2018 sign-stealing found improper actions by the team's replay operator, who was suspended. The team also lost a draft pick.
The 2020 season was shortened due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Red Sox struggled, finishing last in their division. Roenicke was not brought back as manager for 2021.
Alex Cora returned as manager for the 2021 season. The team finished 92–70 and made the playoffs. They defeated the Yankees in the Wild Card Game and the Rays in the Division Series. However, they were eliminated by the Astros in the League Championship Series. The 2022 season was less successful, with the team finishing last in their division. In 2023, the Red Sox again finished last.
Chaim Bloom was fired in September 2023. His replacement, Craig Breslow, was hired in October 2023.
In 2024, the Red Sox finished with an 81–81 record and missed the playoffs again. However, there was some hope for the future with young prospects like Kristian Campbell, Marcelo Mayer, and Roman Anthony. Center fielder Jarren Duran also won the All-Star Game MVP.
Going into the 2025 season, the Red Sox made big moves to improve their team. They traded for pitcher Garrett Crochet and signed third baseman Alex Bregman. These moves made fans hopeful that the Red Sox would be contenders for the American League title in 2025.
Ballpark
The Red Sox have played their home games at Fenway Park since 1912. This makes Fenway Park the oldest active ballpark in Major League Baseball. It's also the oldest active stadium in all four major North American sports (baseball, basketball, football, and hockey). Before Fenway, the team played at the Huntington Avenue Grounds from 1901 to 1911.
Home Game Attendance
From May 15, 2003, to April 10, 2013, the Red Sox sold out every home game at Fenway Park. This streak of 820 games is a record for all major American sports.
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| 2000 | 2,585,895 | 31,925 | 6th |
| 2001 | 2,625,333 | 32,412 | 6th |
| 2002 | 2,650,862 | 32,727 | 4th |
| 2003 | 2,724,165 | 33,632 | 4th |
| 2004 | 2,837,294 | 35,028 | 4th |
| 2005 | 2,847,888 | 35,159 | 3rd |
| 2006 | 2,930,588 | 36,180 | 4th |
| 2007 | 2,970,755 | 36,676 | 4th |
| 2008 | 3,048,250 | 37,633 | 4th |
| 2009 | 3,062,699 | 37,811 | 3rd |
| 2010 | 3,046,445 | 37,610 | 4th |
| 2011 | 3,054,001 | 37,704 | 4th |
| 2012 | 3,043,003 | 37,568 | 4th |
| 2013 | 2,833,333 | 34,979 | 5th |
| 2014 | 2,956,089 | 36,495 | 3rd |
| 2015 | 2,880,694 | 35,564 | 3rd |
| 2016 | 2,955,434 | 36,487 | 4th |
| 2017 | 2,917,678 | 36,021 | 4th |
| 2018 | 2,895,575 | 35,748 | 4th |
| 2019 | 2,915,502 | 35,994 | 3rd |
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1,725,323 | 21,300 | 4th |
| 2022 | 2,625,089 | 32,409 | 4th |
| 2023 | 2,672,130 | 32,989 | 5th |
| 2024 | 2,659,949 | 32,839 | 4th |
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 season was played without fans. Some 2021 games had limited fans.
Spring Training
The Red Sox first held spring training in Charlottesville, Virginia, in 1901. Since 1993, they have trained in Fort Myers, Florida. They first used City of Palms Park, and since 2012, they have used JetBlue Park at Fenway South.
JetBlue Park
JetBlue Park opened in March 2012. It has many features like Fenway Park, including a 37-foot-tall Green Monster wall in left field. The field dimensions are exactly the same as Fenway Park.
Truck Day
"Truck Day" is an unofficial start to spring training for the Red Sox. It's the day a large truck filled with equipment leaves Fenway Park for the team's training facility in Florida.
Rivalries
New York Yankees
The Red Sox and New York Yankees have been rivals for over 100 years. This rivalry is one of the oldest and most famous in professional sports.
Games between these two teams are always exciting and get a lot of media attention. They have played each other many times in the playoffs. The Yankees won in 1999 and 2003, but the Red Sox won in 2004 and 2018. In 2004, the Red Sox made history by coming back from being down 3 games to 0 to win the series against the Yankees. This had never happened before in MLB history.
Tampa Bay Rays
The rivalry between Boston and the Tampa Bay Rays started in the late 2000s. They first met in the playoffs in 2008. Since then, both teams have won their division many times. This rivalry is known for being very competitive in modern baseball.
Media
Radio and Television
The main radio station for the Red Sox is WEEI-FM 93.7. Joe Castiglione has been broadcasting Red Sox games since 1983. Many radio stations across New England also carry the games.
All Red Sox games not shown nationally are on New England Sports Network (NESN). Dave O'Brien calls the play-by-play. Former Red Sox player Jerry Remy was a beloved color analyst until he passed away in 2021.
Music
Music is a big part of the Red Sox culture. The song Tessie was used as a rallying cry by fans back in 1903. A new version by the band The Dropkick Murphys became popular and is often played after home wins. Their song "I'm Shipping Up to Boston" is used when the closing pitcher enters the game.
"Dirty Water" by The Standells is played right after every Red Sox home win.
Another popular song is Neil Diamond's "Sweet Caroline." It was first played at Fenway Park in 1997 and is now played every night during the 8th inning. Fans sing along to it. Neil Diamond shared that the song was written for Caroline Kennedy, whose great-grandfather threw the first pitch at Fenway Park in 1912.
Honors and Achievements
Awards
Red Sox players have won the MVP Award 12 times, most recently by Mookie Betts in 2018. They have won the Cy Young Award (for best pitcher) seven times, most recently by Rick Porcello in 2016. The Rookie of the Year has been won six times, most recently by Dustin Pedroia in 2007.
Retired Numbers
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The Red Sox have retired the numbers of many great players. To have a number retired, a player usually needs to be in the Baseball Hall of Fame and have played for the Red Sox for a long time. However, the team has made exceptions for special players like Johnny Pesky, who spent 57 years with the Red Sox organization.
In 2015, the Red Sox retired Pedro Martínez's number 45, even though he only played seven seasons in Boston. In 2017, David Ortiz had his number 34 retired shortly after he finished playing. Ortiz is the only Red Sox player to be on three World Series championship teams (2004, 2007, 2013).
Number 42 is retired by all of Major League Baseball in honor of Jackie Robinson.
Baseball Hall of Famers
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Many players who played for the Red Sox are in the Baseball Hall of Fame. This includes legends like Ted Williams, Carl Yastrzemski, Babe Ruth, and Pedro Martínez.
Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame
Since 1995, the Red Sox have their own Hall of Fame. Players who are in the National Baseball Hall of Fame are automatically included. Other honorees are chosen by a special committee.
Notable Records and Achievements
- David Ortiz set the team record for home runs in a season with 54 in 2006.
- On April 22, 2007, Manny Ramírez, J. D. Drew, Mike Lowell, and Jason Varitek hit four home runs in a row. This was only the fifth time this has happened in Major League history.
- In 2016, David Ortiz set records for most home runs (38) and runs batted in (127) by a player in their final MLB season.
- The Red Sox set a team record for wins in a regular season with 108 in 2018. This broke the 106-year-old record of 105 wins from 1912.
- With their win in the 2018 World Series, the Red Sox became the first team to win four World Series championships in the 21st century.
No-Hitters
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There have been 18 no-hitters thrown in Red Sox history. A no-hitter is when a pitcher completes a game without allowing any hits. The most recent was by Jon Lester on May 19, 2008. The team's first no-hitter was also a perfect game, thrown by Cy Young on May 5, 1904.
Hitting for the Cycle
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Red Sox batters have hit for the cycle 23 times. Hitting for the cycle means a player gets a single, double, triple, and home run in the same game. On October 8, 2018, Brock Holt became the first player in MLB history to hit for the cycle in a playoff game.
The following Red Sox players have hit for the cycle:
- Buck Freeman — June 21, 1903
- Patsy Dougherty — July 29, 1903
- Tris Speaker — June 9, 1912
- Roy Carlyle — July 21, 1925
- Moose Solters — August 19, 1934
- Joe Cronin — August 2, 1940
- Leon Culberson — July 3, 1943
- Bobby Doerr — May 17, 1944
- Bob Johnson — July 6, 1944
- Ted Williams — July 21, 1946
- Bobby Doerr — May 13, 1947
- Lou Clinton — July 13, 1962
- Carl Yastrzemski — May 14, 1965
- Bob Watson — September 15, 1979
- Fred Lynn — May 13, 1980
- Dwight Evans — June 28, 1984
- Rich Gedman — September 18, 1985
- Mike Greenwell — September 14, 1988
- Scott Cooper — April 12, 1994
- John Valentin — June 6, 1996
- Brock Holt — June 16, 2015
- Mookie Betts — August 9, 2018
- Brock Holt — October 8, 2018 (first in MLB Postseason history)
Minor League Teams
The Red Sox have several minor league teams where younger players develop their skills. As of 2021, they have six minor league affiliates.
| Level | Team | League | Location | Distance to Fenway Park |
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| Triple-A | Worcester Red Sox | International League | Worcester, Massachusetts | 45 miles (72 km) |
| Double-A | Portland Sea Dogs | Eastern League | Portland, Maine | 107 miles (172 km) |
| High-A | Greenville Drive | South Atlantic League | Greenville, South Carolina | 932 miles (1,500 km) |
| Single-A | Salem Red Sox | Carolina League | Salem, Virginia | 677 miles (1,090 km) |
| Rookie | FCL Red Sox | Florida Complex League | Fort Myers, Florida | 1,247 miles (2,007 km) |
| DSL Red Sox Blue | Dominican Summer League | Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic | 1,650 miles (2,660 km) | |
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See also
In Spanish: Boston Red Sox para niños
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