Red Sox Defeat Blue Jays 4-1 to Strengthen AL Wild-Card Position

The Boston Red Sox secured a crucial 4-1 victory over the AL East-leading Toronto Blue Jays, highlighted by Nathaniel Lowe's two RBI singles and Carlos Narvaez's two-run double in the sixth inning. Lucas Giolito pitched 4 2/3 innings, allowing only one run, while relievers including Justin Wilson and Aroldis Chapman preserved the win, helping Boston maintain the American League's second wild-card spot. Toronto's Kevin Gausman gave up four runs over 5 2/3 innings, and the Blue Jays managed only one run, with a controversial foul call and strikeout ending their best scoring opportunity. The win tightened the AL East pennant race, with Toronto's magic number at four and the New York Yankees closing in, holding the tiebreaker with one game back. Boston improved their division record and are bolstered by strong performances as they aim for postseason qualification. Meanwhile, Brandon Lowe of the Tampa Bay Rays hit his 30th home run of the season, marking a personal milestone and underscoring his return to health after injury struggles.