Red Sox Playoff Hopes Dwindle Amid Struggles

The Boston Red Sox are struggling offensively at a critical point in the season, dropping five games in four days and watching their playoff odds plummet from over 40% to under 10%. Rafael Devers, who has been dealing with shoulder soreness, is expected to return as the designated hitter against the Detroit Tigers, providing a much-needed boost to their lineup. Despite having two potential MVP candidates in Jarren Duran and Devers, the Red Sox have been unable to maintain their earlier success and have been plagued by poor defense and inexperience. Meanwhile, Detroit’s Casey Mize is set to return from injury to face the Red Sox, hoping to continue his team's recent success.