Sean McAdam: Red Sox keep beating themselves, so what could have been a sweep turns into a series loss
Briefly

The Red Sox are experiencing a challenging season, currently standing just above .500 with significant defensive issues contributing to their struggles. They have allowed 49 unearned runs, with five in a recent game against the Giants, highlighting persistent defensive lapses. Manager Alex Cora emphasized the need for improvement, noting sloppy play over the weekend that likely cost them potential victories. The team's inability to execute clean defensive plays has directly impacted their performance, with recent games reflecting a disturbing trend in their defense.
In 79 games, the Red Sox have allowed a staggering 49 unearned runs this season.
We've got to play better defense...the whole weekend was kind of sloppy in that department.
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