Boston Red Sox ride Yoshida's home runs as they chase league lead

The Boston Red Sox have continued their historic surge, posting a 23‑3 record since early July and a 30‑5 run over their last 35 games, positioning them near the top of the American League East. Japanese outfielder Masanori Yoshida contributed a solo home run and two RBIs in the August 2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers, part of a 7‑game winning streak that extended the club’s season‑best performance. The team also bolstered its roster by acquiring catcher Adley Rutschman, who has already posted a .250 batting average with eight home runs this season. With the recent acquisitions and strong offensive output, the Red Sox are moving from postseason hopefuls to strong contenders for the league title.