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Red Sox reactions: Three-run ninth secures another shutout win behind Sonny Gray

The Red Sox's Sonny Gray has reached a career milestone, but the Pirates are struggling to avoid a historic losing streak.

By · Published August 16, 2026 at 12:29 UTC · Updated August 16, 2026 at 13:24 UTC

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What happened

The Boston Red Sox secured another shutout win, this time against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The victory marks a milestone for pitcher Sonny Gray, who reached 15 wins for the first time in his career. The win also marks the Pirates' 13th shutout loss of the season. The Red Sox's victory was secured in the ninth inning with a three-run effort.

Gray's performance has been pivotal for the Red Sox, who have relied on him as their stand-in ace. The Pirates, meanwhile, continue to struggle, with their shutout losses drawing significant attention. The Boston Herald and MLB.com both emphasize Gray's career-best performance. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette focuses on the Pirates' historic losing streak.

The ESPN game recap provides a neutral overview. The MassLive.com article offers reactions from the Red Sox. The reporting does not yet specify how the Pirates plan to address their defensive issues.

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Questions people are asking

What milestone did Sonny Gray achieve?

Sonny Gray reached 15 wins for the first time in his career.

How many shutout losses have the Pirates suffered this season?

The Pirates have suffered 13 shutout losses this season.

What was the final score of the game?

The final score was Red Sox 4, Pirates 0.

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