Red Sox Edge Guardians in Low-Scoring Affair
The Boston Red Sox defeated the Cleveland Guardians 1-0. Sonny Gray earned his 18th victory by pitching six scoreless innings, and Andruw Monasterio drove in the game's only run with a single.
Providence New Bedford, RI, September 23, 2026 —
The Boston Red Sox secured a narrow 1-0 victory over the Cleveland Guardians in a game dominated by pitching. The contest saw minimal scoring, with the Red Sox ultimately prevailing thanks to a decisive play in the later innings.
Sonny Gray was the standout performer for the Red Sox, earning his 18th win of the season. Gray delivered a strong outing, pitching six scoreless innings. His performance was crucial in stifling the Guardians’ offense and setting the stage for his team’s victory. The details regarding the pitcher credited with the loss for the Guardians were not provided in the summary.
The game’s sole run was driven in by Andruw Monasterio. Monasterio’s single was sufficient to break the deadlock and give the Red Sox the lead. The specific inning in which this run occurred was not detailed in the summary. The defensive efforts from both sides were notable, contributing to the low final score.
Further details about the game, such as the date, location, attendance, or any specific defensive plays beyond Monasterio’s hit, were not included in the provided summary. The outcome represents a significant win for the Red Sox, highlighting the effectiveness of their pitching staff and timely hitting. The Guardians, despite a strong defensive effort that kept the game close, were unable to mount a comeback.
Story summarized from the original created by KEN POWTAK Associated Press on www.wpri.com, see more information here.
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