BOSTON — Alex Bregman is not in the Red Sox lineup Sunday against the Marlins. Abraham Toro will play third base. Boston will try for a three-game sweep against Miami at Fenway Park. First pitch is scheduled for 1:35 p.m.

Garrett Crochet bounced back, but the bullpen unraveled in a 5-3 loss to the Marlins on Sunday. The post 3 reasons for optimism and 3 causes for concern as the Red Sox try to secure a playoff spot appeared first on Boston.

Boston's exciting play is bringing fans back to Fenway Park. The packed houses, players say, fuel the team and rattle the opponent.

5) The Red Sox’ home dominance shows no sign of abating. Saturday’s win upped their record to 16-2 over the last 18 games at Fenway and 18-3 in their last 21, dating back to June 30. Only the Toronto Blue Jays, who improved to 42-20 Saturday with a lopsided win over Texas, have a better home record in the American League.