# Red Sox vs Royals: Pitching Showdown

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Podcast: [Boston Red Sox News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/boston-red-sox-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7456210)
Published: 2026-05-19T21:57:25+00:00
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## Resource

The Red Sox and Royals face off in a crucial series, with Boston holding a slight edge after winning the first matchup. Bostons strong pitching, ranking fifth in the AL with a 3.75 ERA, has been a key factor. The Royals, despite a decent record, have struggled recently, going 3-7 in their last ten games. Salvador Perez and Willson Contreras are offensive threats for their respective teams. The Red Soxs pitching has been impressive, posting a 2.83 ERA in their last ten games, while the Royals ERA is higher at 3.92. Both teams are dealing with injuries, making this series pivotal for their standings. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/aadbe8ec6904f948

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