BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Red Sox have become the first team in the majors to clinch a playoff spot this season.
Boston beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-2 on Tuesday night at Fenway Park, boosted by pinch-hitter Brock Holt’s go-ahead home run in the seventh inning.
Guided by rookie manager Alex Cora, the Red Sox have the best record in baseball at 99-46. They assured themselves at least a spot in the AL wild-card game while reaching the postseason for the third straight year.
The AL East-leading Red Sox began the night with an eight-game lead over the New York Yankees.