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Payton Tolle’s emotional reaction to SO while Red Sox were losing has been explained

The Boston Red Sox lost more momentum on Mother’s Day, falling 4-1 to the Tampa Bay Rays after dropping two of three at Fenway Park. Boston left nine runners on base, scored only once, and saw Trevor Story’s third-inning error contribute to another frustrating afternoon.

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Red Sox’ All-Star Emerges as Leading Trade Candidate

The Boston Red Sox have endured a deeply frustrating start to the 2026 Major League Baseball season. Sitting at a 17-23 record, the team finds itself anchored at the bottom of the American League East division.

Sonny Gray News / Total Pro Sports / May 11

Red Sox Rumors: Sonny Gray Emerges As Top Trade Candidate For Boston

The Boston Red Sox made several high-profile signings this winter to push the team forward after ending a four-year playoff drought last season. Sonny Gray was the chief addition to their pitching staff.

Franklin Arias News / Over The Monster / May 11

Red Sox Minor Lines: Anthony Eyanson makes first Double-A start, Franklin Arias rakes

Alec Gamboa went from making his Major League debut earlier in the weekend to pitching five innings of one-run baseball for the WooSox in the finale against Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (Yankees AAA).

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Trevor Story News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 11

Red Sox Have Trevor Story Problem Growing Bigger By the Day

Shortstop Trevor Story has had a rough go of things in his first four-plus seasons with the Boston Red Sox. After putting together his first injury-free season in Boston last year, Story had to prove this season that his offensive success was sustainable and that his defense could still hold up at age 33.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Jarren Duran News / Over The Monster / May 11

Behind an improving Jarren Duran, the Red Sox are making progress

Well I guess that was technically better? Maybe the very nature of an awful start makes the pickings pretty slim, but we gotta take whatever we can get at this point, right?

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 11

Red Sox on Wrong Side of 29-Year History After Rays Loss

While the Boston Red Sox have shown progress under interim manager Chad Tracy and arguably are going to be alright in the long run, they are still off to a start unlikely in a long time for the franchise.

Willson Contreras News / Total Pro Sports / May 11

What Happened To Willson Contreras? A Deeper Look Into The Slugger’s Injury

The Boston Red Sox made several additions to their roster over this past offseason to build on their short playoff run last year. Willson Contreras was the most notable offensive acquisition.

Willson Contreras News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 10

Red Sox Get Encouraging Willson Contreras News After Exit

The Boston Red Sox can't afford any more hits right now and had yet another scare on Sunday afternoon. It wasn't the Red Sox's day in general as Boston dropped its Mother's Day contest against the Tampa Bay Rays, 4-1.

MLB News / Total Apex Sports / May 10

Tampa Bay Rays Shut Down Boston Red Sox, 4-1, To Continue Winning Ways

The Tampa Bay Rays have been allergic to losing. And that continued after a 4-1 beating of their division rival, the Boston Red Sox. With the victory, Tampa (26-13) has won 14 of its last 16 games and has become a legitimate challenger to the New York Yankees for the American League East division crown.

Payton Tolle News / ESPN / May 10

Tolle honors late mom with gameday attire, song

Pitching two years and a day after his mother, Jina, died following a nearly eight-year battle with colon cancer, Payton Tolle honored her by wearing his pant legs near his knees showing his pink socks on Mother's Day.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 10

Red Sox stinking it up through 40 games to levels not seen since 1997

As the Boston Red Sox near the conclusion of the first quarter of the season, the team has played sluggish baseball. They find themselves in last place in the American League East with a punishing 17-23 record.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / May 10

Red Sox 1, Rys 4: Momentum Ends On Mother’s Day

Coming off the first sweep of the season, the Red Sox seemed to have some momentum and a chance to win over some fans with a home series against the Tampa Bay Rays.

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Willson Contreras News / Field Level Media / May 10

Red Sox 1B Willson Contreras (hand) exits after being hit by pitch

Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras left Sunday's game after being hit on the right hand by a pitch from Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Nick Martinez in the first inning.

Sonny Gray News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 10

Sonny Gray Trade Rumors Shouldn't Come As 'Surprise' to Red Sox Fans

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Sonny Gray has only made six starts with his new team, but that doesn't exempt him from the Major League Baseball trade rumor machine.

Ceddanne Rafaela News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 10

Red Sox vs. Rays Lineup: Ceddanne Rafaela Moves Down

The Boston Red Sox have an intriguing Mother's Day matchup ahead of them on Sunday afternoon. Boston will conclude its series against the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday with the first pitch scheduled for 1:35 p.m. ET.

Garrett Crochet News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 10

Where Red Sox's Garrett Crochet Stands in Return from Shoulder Injury

Boston Red Sox manager Chad Tracy issued an update on Saturday regarding ace Garrett Crochet's recovery from his shoulder injury, prior to Boston's game against the Tampa Bay Rays being postponed due to rain.

Tarik Skubal News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 10

Why Red Sox Should Monitor Tigers Superstar Tarik Skubal Closely

While the first month of the 2026 Major League Baseball season was a disaster for the Boston Red Sox, there have been positive signs since the club transitioned from former manager Alex Cora to interim skipper Chad Tracy.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 10

On upswing, Red Sox try to crack Rays' tough pitching staff

Following a sluggish start to their season, the Boston Red Sox will enter Sunday's rubber game with the visiting Tampa Bay Rays seeking their fifth victory in their last six games.

Payton Tolle News / Field Level Media / May 9

Red Sox turn to Payton Tolle vs. Rays in rematch of hot teams

The Boston Red Sox have plenty of work to do to climb in the American League standings, but strong pitching will go a long way in that goal. Payton Tolle (1-1, 2.04 ERA) will look to author another sparkling performance when the Red Sox continue a four-game series against the visiting Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday afternoon.

Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / May 8

Justin Gonzales could be next Red Sox prospect to crack Baseball America’s top 100

Four Red Sox prospects were included in Baseball America’s latest top 100 rankings. Justin Gonzales was not among them, but there is reason to believe that the 19-year-old outfielder is not too far behind.

Roman Anthony News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 7

Red Sox To Place Roman Anthony On Injured List

Red Sox manager Chad Tracy announced to reporters that outfielder Roman Anthony will be placed on the 10-day injured list. Utility player Mickey Gasper will be recalled in a corresponding move.

Juan Valera News / Blogging the Red Sox / May 6

Red Sox pitching prospect Juan Valera undergoes Tommy John surgery

Red Sox pitching prospect Juan Valera underwent Tommy John surgery on Tuesday, according to senior director of player development Brian Abraham. “Juan Valera underwent successful reconstruction of the right elbow ulnar collateral ligament yesterday,” Abraham told The Boston Globe.

Alex Cora News / Yardbarker / May 6

Mets, Phillies, Astros linked to Alex Cora

In a somewhat surprising turn of events, the Boston Red Sox chose to part ways with manager Alex Cora early in the season. It sounds like Cora won't have much difficulty landing a new job.

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Framber Valdez risking severe punishment after wild decision vs. Red Sox

To say that Valdez had a rough outing vs. the Red Sox wouldn't tell half of the story.

Framber Valdez hurts himself, Tigers with lack of emotional control

Tigers star Tarik Skubal to undergo surgery on left elbow

Tarik Skubal's injury leaves Tigers with two potential trade targets

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Franklin Arias News / Blogging the Red Sox / May 6

Red Sox top prospect Franklin Arias named Eastern League Player of the Month for April

Top Red Sox prospect Franklin Arias has been named the Eastern League Player of the Month for April, Minor League Baseball announced on Tuesday. Arias put together a monster April with Double-A Portland to open his 2026 season.