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Red Sox Cut 22-Year-Old Catcher Before Spring Training

The Boston Red Sox are all over the minor-league catching market this offseason, and that was bound to come with casualties. Boston has reportedly signed two catchers with major league experience to major league deals: Jason Delay and Matt Thaiss.

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Red Sox Surprisingly Have 'Lukewarm' Interest in Gold Glover

Things are starting to heat up around the league with just a few days to go until Spring Training kicks off. There's just about a week to go and the most popular trade candidate of the offseason is finally off the board.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / February 2

Red Sox Sign 35-Year-Old Right-Hander in Free Agency

As spring training approaches, the Boston Red Sox appear to be sneaking in at least one more minor-league signing. Red Sox fans are likely well aware that

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / February 2

Why Red Sox Didn't Trade for Brendan Donovan, Explained

They did it twice before, so why not a third time? After acquiring All-Stars Sonny Gray and Willson Contreras from the St. Louis Cardinals earlier this offseason, the Boston Red Sox remained in the mix for second baseman Brendan Donovan, seemingly right up until the Seattle Mariners reportedly agreed to trade for him on Monday, pending medicals.

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Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / February 2

Why Red Sox Didn't Sign All-Star Slugger Eugenio Suárez

Another power option is off the board with Spring Training just days away from kicking off. Eugenio Suárez is the last big-time slugger who was on the board.

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

Jarren Duran News / Boston Red Sox on SI / February 2

Red Sox's Jarren Duran Gets Bullish Projection Amid Trade Rumors

Are we collectively underselling Jarren Duran? The Boston Red Sox's 29-year-old outfielder seems to be the low man on the totem pole in the discussion of who to prioritize, with Roman Anthony, Ceddanne Rafaela, and Wilyer Abreu all clearly deserving of major roles this year.

Jordan Hicks News / Boston Red Sox on SI / February 2

Red Sox Good News After Jordan Hicks-White Sox Trade

If you're a Boston Red Sox fan hoping that the club will make another move, don't give up hope just yet. On Sunday, the Red Sox cleared up some space in the payroll by trading Jordan Hicks to the Chicago White Sox.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / February 2

Red Sox Insider Shuts Down One Second Base Solution

Who will be manning second base when the Boston Red Sox take the field on Opening Day to kick off the 2026 Major League Baseball season against the Cincinnati Reds?

MLB News / Over The Monster / February 2

Should the Red Sox have pursued Eugenio Suarez?

Errors and strikeouts. If you’re a Red Sox fan you’re probably sick of seeing both of those things. The 2025 Red Sox led all of baseball in errors last year, after committing the second-most errors in 2024 and the fourth-most in 2023.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / February 2

Red Sox Pitcher From Forgotten 2020 Season Announces Retirement

If Boston Red Sox fans are honest with themselves, the 2020 season was one of very few lasting memories. In the shortened 60-game season, the Red Sox went 24-36, the fourth-worst record in the sport.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / February 2

Truck Day is here as the Red Sox prepare for Spring Training

There are so many official and unofficial baseball dates every year as the calendar flips from December to January. This one has even more than most with the WBC, but the first big milestone for the Red Sox is Truck Day.

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Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / February 2

Red Sox Not Done After Jordan Hicks Trade, Per Insider

The Boston Red Sox's trade with the Chicago White Sox on Sunday was intriguing for multiple reasons. First and foremost, the Red Sox acquired 22-year-old pitching prospect Gage Ziehl in exchange for Jordan Hicks, David Sandlin and cash.

Brendan Donovan News / Boston Red Sox on SI / February 2

Insider Drops Terrifying Red Sox Hint Amid Brendan Donovan Trade Buzz

Sunday was a day of action across Major League Baseball, and the Boston Red Sox were left in an in-between state. Trading Jordan Hicks to the Chicago White Sox and freeing up $8 million in payroll for each of the next two years was a significant move.

Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / February 1

Which prospect did Red Sox acquire from White Sox for Jordan Hicks, David Sandlin?

The Red Sox swung a creative, financially motivated trade with the White Sox on Sunday that netted them salary relief, roster flexibility, and a new pitching prospect.

Jordan Hicks News / Field Level Media / February 1

White Sox acquire pitcher Jordan Hicks from Red Sox

The Chicago White Sox and Boston Red Sox exchanged pitching prospects and Chicago also acquired veteran right-handed hurler Jordan Hicks in a trade announced Sunday afternoon.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / February 1

3 Candidates to Fill Red Sox's Infield Hole After Eugenio Suárez's Deal

The Boston Red Sox desperately need to add an infielder to their roster. They lost Alex Bregman to the Chicago Cubs in free agency and they haven't made a move to replace him.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / February 1

Red Sox Red Flag After Eugenio Suárez Signs With Reds

Another option is off the table for the Boston Red Sox. Over the last few weeks, the Red Sox have been linked to a handful of infielders to replace Alex Bregman's production with the organization.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / February 1

Red Sox's Updated Infield Options As Eugenio Suárez Signs With Reds

If Boston Red Sox fans thought the Jordan Hicks trade was about clearing space on the payroll for Eugenio Suárez, they can start re-thinking. Hours after

MLB News / New Baseball Media / February 2

White Sox Acquire Hicks & Sandlin from Red Sox: What to Make of Trade

On February 1, the Red Sox and White Sox made a trade, per multiple reports. Chicago will take on Jordan Hicks, plus add hard-throwing prospect David Sandlin in the deal.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 1

White Sox continue to add to roster in trade with Red Sox

The Chicago White Sox continued adding to the major league roster in a trade with the Boston Red Sox on Sunday.

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Miguel Bleis News / Blogging the Red Sox / January 31

How did speedy Red Sox OF prospect Miguel Bleis fare in 2025?

Red Sox prospect Miguel Bleis is coming off a season in which he was named the organization’s Minor League Baserunner of the Year. This article will examine how the speedy outfielder fared on the 2025 campaign as a whole.

Boston Red Sox News / Total Pro Sports / January 31

MLB Rumors: Boston Red Sox Could Part Ways With $44,000,000 Pitcher

Bolstering the offensive production by adding a power hitter or two was the big objective for the Boston Red Sox this offseason. However, they missed out on both Kyle Schwarber and Pete Alonso and decided to go down a completely different path after failing to re-sign Alex Bregman.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 30

Red Sox rumors: Multiple Boston pitchers mentioned in trade discussions

The Boston Red Sox appear to be a team that is ready to do business. They did not re-sign 3rd baseman Alexs Bregman and they failed to bring in free agent Bo Bichette.

Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / January 29

How did power-hitting Red Sox OF prospect Justin Gonzales fare in 2025?

After playing a key role in winning a Dominican Summer League championship and being named the organization’s 2024 Latin Program Position Player of the Year in his professional debut, Red Sox outfield prospect Justin Gonzales took another step forward in 2025.