Red Sox Rally Late To Stun Yankees In Dramatic 9th-Inning Comeback

Red Sox Rally Late To Stun Yankees In Dramatic 9th-Inning Comeback...

The Boston Red Sox delivered a thrilling 6-5 victory over the New York Yankees on Thursday night, scoring four runs in the bottom of the ninth inning at Fenway Park. The walk-off win capped a wild comeback after trailing 5-2 entering the final frame, sending the sold-out crowd into a frenzy.

Rookie outfielder Wilyer Abreu delivered the game-winning single off Yankees closer Clay Holmes, scoring Trevor Story from second base. The victory moves Boston (14-10) within one game of the AL East-leading Yankees (15-9) in the heated rivalry's first series of 2026.

The game is trending nationally as fans celebrate one of the most dramatic Red Sox-Yankees moments in recent years. Social media erupted with reactions to Boston's improbable rally, particularly Holmes' meltdown after entering with a three-run lead.

"We never stopped believing," Red Sox manager Alex Cora told reporters postgame. "These guys fight until the last out." The Yankees had appeared in control after Aaron Judge's two-run homer in the seventh extended their lead.

Thursday's matchup drew significant attention as the first Red Sox-Yankees game broadcast exclusively on Apple TV+, part of MLB's streaming expansion. The platform reported record viewership for a regular-season game.

The teams continue their series Friday night at Fenway, with Boston's Brayan Bello scheduled to face New York's Carlos Rodón. Thursday's dramatic finish has intensified anticipation for the weekend matchups between the historic rivals.