Tuesday was an excellent day for the Boston Red Sox. So was Wednesday .

Thursday had the opportunity to be a significant day for the team and the organization, as the Red Sox needed only to win in Toronto to clinch a spot in postseason.

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But Thursday was not a great day, nor was it even a good day or a mediocre day. In terms of on-field results, it was simply a bad day of work for the Boston Red Sox, who lost 6-1 in Toronto. The defeat officially eliminated the Red Sox from having a shot to win the division, though that wasn't a realistic goal for this team to reach.

The achievable goal was simple: Win on Thursday, punch a playoff ticket , shower in champagne and light lager, head home for a stress-free weeke

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