A seven-run eighth inning helps Boston maintain its slim lead in the wild-card race.

Boston’s lead over Cleveland is down to 1 1/2 games after losing a series to the Athletics.

Boston allows three runs in the first inning and falls for the fifth time in seven games.

Boston has 11 walk-off wins this season after rallying to defeat the Athletics in 10 innings.

Boston wastes another good start by Connelly Early and loses for the fourth time in five games.

The Red Sox ace strikes out 12 to help Boston snap a three-game losing streak.

Carlos Narváez’s solo homer caps a six-run first inning as Boston takes the series finale from New York.