Red Sox Manager Chad Tracy Shares Honest Take on Team's Season After Wild Card Loss to Yankees

Boston Red Sox manager Chad Tracy offered a candid assessment of his team's failed playoff run following their Wild Card loss to the New York Yankees. Tracy noted that despite a promising start to the season, the Red Sox faltered when it counted, losing two crucial games to the Yankees in the postseason. The Yankees dominated the series, outscoring Boston 18-2 in the two games they played.

Tracy admitted that despite several standout moments, including a 15-game winning streak in July, the ultimate goal of winning the World Series had not been met. The manager acknowledged the team's initial struggles and the fact that Sonny Gray, who was a Cy Young favorite, and Roman Anthony, who returned from injury, couldn't secure the victories.

Tracy emphasized that while the team's performance has been disappointing, the players are focused on moving forward and dealing with the loss. Garrett Crochet, who had been sidelined since April with an injury, and Cam Schlittler and Max Fried helped Boston's cause in the series, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Yankees. The Red Sox now face a long wait before Spring Training begins, while the Yankees advance to play the Rays in the American League Division Series.