Red Sox make history not seen in 114 years

After a poor first half of the season, the Boston Red Sox did a complete about-face. They went from being 10 games under .500 to being 11 games over .500 as the season reached a critical juncture.

On Wednesday, the Red Sox defeated the Chicago White Sox 4-0, completing a sweep of a three-game series. In the process, the Red Sox have now won their 9th consecutive series, a streak not seen since 1912, per Bob Nightengale of USA Today/Elias Sports Bureau.

It was 114 years ago, from Aug. 4 to Sept. 15, when Boston was on a hot streak. That year, the Red Sox finished 105-47 and won the World Series, defeating the New York Giants in eight games. Game 2 resulted in a 6-6 tie.

It was their first World Series win since winning the inaugural series in 1903.

The Boston Red Sox have now won nine consecutive series, their longest streak in 114 years, dating back to Aug. 4-Sept. 15, 1912, according to @EliasSports.

— Bob Nightengale (@BNightengale) August 6, 2026

Fenway Park opened in April 1912, during the same week the Titanic sank. Pitcher Joe Wood finished with an incredible record of 34-5, and slugger Tris Speaker batted .383 with 222 hits, 53 doubles, 10 home runs, 90 RBIs, 136 runs scored, and 52 stolen bases.

Boston went on to win the series in 1915, 1916, and 1918.

Fast forward to 2026, Boston finished the first half of the season at 46-48. From there, the Red Sox embarked on a nine-game road winning streak in late July. They went from being sellers in the American League East to being in 3rd place in early August.

In addition, Boston is now in the fight for the American League Wild Card, while once again trying to conquer their long-hated rival, the New York Yankees.

But for now, history is working in their favor.

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