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Red Sox Named As One Of 2026 Season's Early 'Underachievers'
TL;DR
The Boston Red Sox are currently tied for last in the American League East with a 7-11 record in the 2026 season. Despite high expectations after last year's playoff appearance, they are starting to show signs of improvement.
Key points
- Boston Red Sox tied for last in AL East
- Current record is 7-11
- Team had high expectations after playoff appearance
- Gradually showing signs of improvement
- Managed by Alex Cora
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Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora
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The Boston Red Sox have yet to hit their stride to start the 2026 campaign.
Boston began the season with elevated expectations after making the playoffs, but Alex Cora's squad is tied for last in the American League East at 7-11. While the Red Sox haven't played up to their standards, they're gradually turning a corner.
The Athletic's Chad Jennings grouped the Red Sox among MLB's biggest "underachievers" to begin the season. Only three teams have a larger difference between their projected preseason winning percentage and current percentage.
However, Jennings noted that the Red Sox had the widest gap before Wednesday's 9-5 win over the Minnesota Twins. The 7-12 New York Mets now hold the dubious distinction.
"The Mets have now lost eight in a row while the Red Sox have won five of eight," Jennings wrote. "Still not great for the Red Sox, but they’re at least inching in the right direction, while the Mets have been free falling from a winning record in early April to last place in the division by the middle of the month."
Q&A
Why are the Boston Red Sox considered underachievers in the 2026 season?
The Boston Red Sox are labeled as underachievers due to their poor start, currently holding a 7-11 record despite high expectations after making the playoffs last season.
What is the current record of the Boston Red Sox in the 2026 season?
As of now, the Boston Red Sox have a record of 7-11 in the 2026 season.
Who is the manager of the Boston Red Sox during the 2026 season?
Alex Cora is the manager of the Boston Red Sox for the 2026 season.
