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Red Sox win 15th straight, matching longest in club history, with 6-3 victory over Orioles
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Ken Powtak, Associated Press , KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 22, 2026
· 2 min read
The Boston Red Sox won their 15th straight game to match a club record for the longest winning streak in team history from 80 years ago, beating the Baltimore Orioles 6-3 in the opener of a split doubleheader on Wednesday afternoon. They equaled the 1946 American League champs, who were led by fu...
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Key takeaway They equaled the 1946 American League champs, who were led by future Hall of Famer Ted Williams.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For Piney Point Village residents who are baseball fans, the Red Sox's winning streak is a notable achievement, especially given the team's rich history. The fact that they matched a record set 80 years ago, during the era of Ted Williams, adds to the excitement. While the game was not played locally, the Red Sox's success may still be of interest to Houston-area fans who follow the sport. The winning streak may also have implications for the American League standings, which could potentially impact the Astros' own chances in the league. As the season progresses, local fans will likely be keeping an eye on how the Red Sox's streak affects the overall landscape of the league. With the Astros competing in the same league, the Red Sox's performance could have a ripple effect on the team's own playoff aspirations.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The Boston Red Sox won their 15th straight game to match a club record for the longest winning streak in team history from 80 years ago, beating the Baltimore Orioles 6-3 in the opener of a split doubleheader on Wednesday afternoon. They equaled the 1946 American League champs, who were led by fu...
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