Boston, September 18, 2025
News Summary
In a thrilling 10-inning showdown, the Boston Red Sox triumphed over the Oakland Athletics with a 5-4 walk-off victory, marked by Nick Sogard’s decisive grounder. The win, which showcased Boston’s resilience, was their 11th walk-off of the season, leading the American League. Nate Eaton scored the winning run after a sacrifice bunt, while Chris Murphy earned the win pitching briefly in relief. Highlights included Trevor Story’s RBI and a strong offensive performance from the Athletics, particularly from Darell Hernaiz. The series concludes Thursday, promising more competitive play.
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Nick Sogard’s infield grounder in the 10th inning brought home Nate Eaton, leading the Boston Red Sox to a 5-4 walk-off win. The play ended a game that required extra innings and gave Boston its 11th walk-off victory of the season, the most in the American League.
Game-deciding play and immediate aftermath
Nate Eaton was the designated runner at second base to start the 10th inning. Nate Eaton advanced to third on a sacrifice bunt by Carlos Narvaez and scored on Sogard’s grounder, sliding head-first to avoid the tag by catcher Shea Langeliers. Boston’s Chris Murphy earned the win, pitching one-third of an inning; Michael Kelly took the loss.
How the scoring unfolded
Masataka Yoshida opened the scoring for the Red Sox with a single in the first inning. Rob Refsnyder hit a leadoff home run in the second inning, his ninth of the season, giving the Red Sox a 2-1 lead.
The Athletics scored a run in the second inning on a sacrifice fly by Darell Hernaiz, scoring Lawrence Butler. The Athletics scored three additional runs in the fifth inning on a bases-loaded walk by Butler and a two-run single by Hernaiz.
Boston came back with one run in the fifth and a tying run in the sixth inning. Trevor Story contributed an RBI single in the sixth to tie the game 4-4 but was caught trying to steal second base in the eighth. This was the first time Story was caught stealing this season after 31 successful attempts, setting a record for the longest streak to start a season in the AL since 1920.
Key moments in the middle innings
In the fifth inning, Justin Wilson allowed a two-run single to Hernaiz with two outs and the bases loaded. The Red Sox had a bases-loaded situation with no outs in the fifth but only managed to score one run despite an error by the Athletics.
Hernaiz recorded three RBIs in the game, tying his career high.
Statistics and situational performance
The Red Sox are currently 21-26 in one-run games this season and went 3 for 17 with runners in scoring position for the night. The walk-off gave Boston its 11th walk-off victory of the season, the highest in the American League.
Pitching decisions and bullpen notes
Boston’s Chris Murphy earned the win, pitching one-third of an inning; Michael Kelly took the loss. Other relievers were used in middle relief and the bullpen pushed the game into extra innings before the decisive grounder in the 10th.
Next game and series status
The Red Sox and Athletics are set to conclude their three-game series on Thursday afternoon. RHP J.T. Ginn is scheduled to start for the Athletics, while RHP Brayan Bello will take the mound for the Red Sox.
Additional context
The game included defensive plays, small-ball strategy late in regulation, and a mix of power and situational hitting. Boston’s ability to score in extra innings again this season highlights its reliance on late-game opportunities, while the Athletics generated offense with timely hits and a bases-loaded walk.
FAQ
- How did the game end?
- Nick Sogard’s infield grounder in the 10th inning brought home Nate Eaton, leading the Boston Red Sox to a 5-4 walk-off win.
- How many walk-off wins do the Red Sox have this season?
- The win marked the Red Sox’s 11th walk-off victory of the season, the highest in the American League.
- Who scored the winning run in the 10th inning?
- Nate Eaton was the designated runner at second base to start the 10th inning. Nate Eaton advanced to third on a sacrifice bunt by Carlos Narvaez and scored on Sogard’s grounder, sliding head-first to avoid the tag by catcher Shea Langeliers.
- Which pitchers were credited with the decision?
- Boston’s Chris Murphy earned the win, pitching one-third of an inning; Michael Kelly took the loss.
- Who drove in runs for the Athletics?
- Hernaiz recorded three RBIs in the game, tying his career high.
- How did Trevor Story factor into the game?
- Trevor Story contributed an RBI single in the sixth to tie the game 4-4 but was caught trying to steal second base in the eighth. This was the first time Story was caught stealing this season after 31 successful attempts, setting a record for the longest streak to start a season in the AL since 1920.
- How did the Red Sox perform with runners in scoring position?
- The Red Sox are currently 21-26 in one-run games this season and went 3 for 17 with runners in scoring position for the night.
- When and who will start the next game?
- The Red Sox and Athletics are set to conclude their three-game series on Thursday afternoon. RHP J.T. Ginn is scheduled to start for the Athletics, while RHP Brayan Bello will take the mound for the Red Sox.
Game at a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Final score | Red Sox 5, Athletics 4 (10 innings) |
| Walk-off | Nick Sogard’s infield grounder in the 10th inning brought home Nate Eaton, leading the Boston Red Sox to a 5-4 walk-off win. |
| Winning pitcher | Boston’s Chris Murphy earned the win, pitching one-third of an inning |
| Losing pitcher | Michael Kelly |
| Key offensive note | Hernaiz recorded three RBIs in the game, tying his career high |
| Situational hitting | The Red Sox are currently 21-26 in one-run games this season and went 3 for 17 with runners in scoring position for the night |
| Next matchup | The Red Sox and Athletics are set to conclude their three-game series on Thursday afternoon. RHP J.T. Ginn is scheduled to start for the Athletics, while RHP Brayan Bello will take the mound for the Red Sox. |
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