This slump officially makes Boston the worst team in the league, tying the franchise's worst nine-game start to a season. Despite a Friday win, the team dropped back-to-back games over the weekend, with five losses decided by two runs or less. With the Milwaukee Brewers, who are currently tied for the best record, coming to town, Boston faces a steep climb to recover.
Red Sox Fall To Worst Record In MLB With 2-7 Start
The Boston Red Sox have plummeted to the bottom of Major League Baseball standings with a 2-7 record following Sunday's 8-6 loss to the Padres.