The Red Sox have won 14 straight and need 1 more to match an 80-year-old record

The Boston Red Sox are on the brink of matching a historic 15-game winning streak set by the 1946 team led by Ted Williams. On Monday night, Caleb Durbin hit a crucial home run, leading the Red Sox to a 6-5 victory over the Baltimore Orioles and extending their current streak to 14 games. This win also ended the Orioles’ seven-game winning streak. Durbin, who joined the team after an offseason trade, expressed his desire to make history with the team. The Red Sox, who were struggling earlier in the season, are now in contention for a wild-card playoff spot. The atmosphere at the game was electric, with players celebrating enthusiastically. First baseman Willson Contreras compared the excitement to playoff games, emphasizing the importance of maintaining their momentum as the season continues. QUESTION: How do you think achieving a record-breaking winning streak could impact the morale and performance of a sports team? 

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