So, at the conclusion of the weekend, the Red Sox are preparing to send just about every Triple-A player on the 40-man roster to the team's complex in Fort Myers to "stay ready," according to a report from MassLive's Chris Cotillo.

The Red Sox trailed early and had some anxious moments in the ninth, but their come-from-behind to start their three-game series in Tampa allowed Boston to maintain its lead over the Guardians, leap over the Astros and gain ground on the Yankees in an eventful night in the American League playoff races.

Boston plated seven runs in the eighth inning on their way to an 11-7 victory, beginning a critical weekend series for the Sox in Tampa Bay.

Harrison, who has never faced the Rays, will duel with Adrian Houser, who is making his first career start against the Red Sox.

The Boston Red Sox eliminated Tampa Bay from postseason contention with an 11-7 win over the Rays on Friday night.

The Rays put up a gallant stand in 2025, but it wasn't enough as they're going to miss the postseason for the second straight year.

As the Red Sox head out of town for their final road trip of the season, there is an uncomfortable feeling in the air surrounding a team that is clearly out of sync heading into the final nine games of the season.

With Boston barely hanging on to the final American League Wild Card spot, every game is a playoff game for the Red Sox from here on out.

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