Red Sox Edge Orioles in Thrilling Finish
Monday, July 20, 2026, 7:10 PM ET · Fenway Park
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Who won Baltimore Orioles vs Boston Red Sox?
Boston Red Sox beat Baltimore Orioles 6-5 at Fenway Park on July 20, 2026.
Who was favored in Baltimore Orioles vs Boston Red Sox?
Boston Red Sox were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -168 (about 63% implied). The favorite won.
The Boston Red Sox secured a narrow victory over the Baltimore Orioles, winning 6-5 in a tightly contested game at Fenway Park. This match marked the conclusion of a three-game series, with Boston winning the series 2-1. The Red Sox have been in exceptional form, boasting a perfect 10-0 record in their last ten games, averaging 5.8 runs scored while allowing just 1.8 runs per game. Their home record stands at 3-0 during this stretch, while they have been equally impressive away with a 7-0 record. In contrast, the Orioles have shown resilience, winning 7 of their last 10 games, with an average of 4.9 runs scored and 3.4 runs allowed per game. They have a home record of 4-2 and an away record of 3-1 in their last ten games.
The game began with the Red Sox taking an early lead, scoring three runs in the third inning. The Orioles responded in the fifth with a home run by Encarnacion-Strand, narrowing the gap to 3-2. The sixth inning saw the Orioles take the lead for the first time, scoring two runs to make it 4-3. However, Boston quickly leveled the score in the seventh inning, and a late homer from Durbin in the eighth secured the win for the Red Sox.
In terms of injuries, the Red Sox were without several key players, including Ceddanne Rafaela, who is day-to-day with a quadriceps issue, and Johan Oviedo, Kutter Crawford, and Zack Kelly, who are all on the 60-day injured list. The Orioles also faced challenges, with Tyler O'Neill and Christian Franklin on the 10-day injured list, and Felix Bautista, Ryan Helsley, and Ryan Mountcastle on the 60-day injured list.
The betting odds from DraftKings favored the Red Sox at -168 on the money line, with a spread of -1.5 and a total set at 9.0. The conditions at Fenway Park were conducive to a competitive game, and fans were treated to a thrilling contest that showcased the tenacity of both teams.
Viewers were able to witness a series of pivotal moments, including key scoring plays that shifted the momentum throughout the game. The Red Sox's ability to respond after falling behind, coupled with their strong home performance, ultimately led to their victory. This match not only highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams but also set the stage for an exciting remainder of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BOS -168 | 9 o +101 / u -122 | Baltimore Orioles +139 · Boston Red Sox -168 |
Injury report
- Ceddanne RafaelaDay-To-DayQuadricepsBoston Red Sox
- Adley RutschmanDay-To-DayElbowBoston Red Sox
- Johan Oviedo60-Day-ILElbowBoston Red Sox
- Kutter Crawford60-Day-ILForearmBoston Red Sox
- Zack Kelly60-Day-ILElbowBoston Red Sox
- Tyler O'Neill10-Day-ILShoulderBaltimore Orioles
- Felix Bautista60-Day-ILShoulderBaltimore Orioles
- Christian Franklin10-Day-ILHandBaltimore Orioles
- Ryan Helsley60-Day-ILElbowBaltimore Orioles
- Ryan Mountcastle60-Day-ILObliqueBaltimore Orioles
Recent form
Boston Red Sox
Last 10: 10-0Streak W105.8 scored · 1.8 allowed per game3-0 at home
- W6-1vs Tampa Bay RaysJul 19
- W7-6vs Tampa Bay RaysJul 18
- W10-0vs Tampa Bay RaysJul 17
- W3-2at New York MetsJul 12
- W4-0at New York MetsJul 11
- W6-2at New York MetsJul 10
- W2-1at Chicago White SoxJul 9
- W5-0at Chicago White SoxJul 8
- W8-1at Chicago White SoxJul 7
- W7-5at Los Angeles AngelsJul 6
Baltimore Orioles
Last 10: 7-3Streak W64.9 scored · 3.4 allowed per game3-1 away
- W5-2at Houston AstrosJul 19
- W3-2at Houston AstrosJul 18
- W8-2vs Kansas City RoyalsJul 12
- W6-1vs Kansas City RoyalsJul 11
- W5-3vs Kansas City RoyalsJul 10
- W3-2vs Chicago CubsJul 9
- L7-9vs Chicago CubsJul 8
- L2-5vs Chicago CubsJul 7
- L2-3at Cincinnati RedsJul 5
- W8-5at Cincinnati RedsJul 4
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa Bay | - | 56 | L1 | .597 | 83 |
| New York | 3.5 | 60 | W2 | .571 | 80 |
| Boston | 8.5 | 65 | L2 | .536 | 75 |
| Toronto | 14.5 | 71 | W1 | .493 | 69 |
| Baltimore | 14.5 | 71 | L2 | .493 | 69 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Inning1-0O'Neill hit a ground rule double, Henderson scored.
- 2nd Inning1-1Duran hit sacrifice fly to center, Contreras scored.
- 3rd Inning1-2Abreu doubled to center, Rafaela scored on error, Abreu safe at third on throwing error by shortstop Henderson.
- 3rd Inning1-3Contreras reached on infield single to second, Abreu scored.
- 5th Inning2-3Encarnacion-Strand homered to left center (395 feet).
- 6th Inning3-3Jackson singled to left, O'Neill scored, Taveras to third.
- 6th Inning4-3Encarnacion-Strand singled to center, Taveras scored, Jackson to third.
- 6th Inning4-4Contreras doubled to left, Abreu scored.
- 7th Inning5-4O'Neill grounded out to second, Ward scored, Alonso to second.
- 7th Inning5-5Rafaela singled to left, Cheng scored on error, Rafaela safe at second on throwing error by left fielder Ward.
- 8th Inning5-6Durbin homered to left center (364 feet).
Win probability
Above the line favours Boston Red Sox, below favours Baltimore Orioles.
Venue
- Fenway ParkBoston, Massachusetts
- Attendance37659
- OfficialsStu Scheurwater, Jordan Baker, Felix Neon, Rob Drake
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