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Why Boston Red Sox Could Lose Matt Thaiss by Opening Day

As opening day approaches, the Boston Red Sox have a bit more intrigue at the catching position than expected. Not only is major league veteran Matt Thaiss playing well after arriving to Boston on a minor-league deal, but it turns out that the deal included an upward mobility clause.

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Brayan Bello’s Red Sox-World Baseball Classic plan gets key update

Following all the backlash that Detroit Tigers superstar Tarik Skubal is receiving for leaving the World Baseball Classic, another notable pitcher is now prioritizing the MLB season.

Roman Anthony News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 13

Red Sox's Roman Anthony's Outlook Somehow Even Better Now

It's no secret that Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony has a lot of fans around the league. Anthony is just 21 years old and entered the big leagues with expectations that should've been impossible to live up to.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 13

The Aaron Judge reason Alex Cora wanted Roman Anthony to join Team USA

Roman Anthony, who is believed to be the next superstar for the Boston Red Sox, is set to begin his second season in MLB. The stud outfielder is currently playing on Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.

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Jarren Duran News / Over The Monster / March 13

Three thrilling Red Sox takeaways from Jarren Duran’s electric WBC performance

Alex Cora was right. The Red Sox should win some sort of award for getting their guys ready to play entering the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Boston’s bats hit .310 during pool play and contributed to some of the tournament’s best performances thus far. The most impactful of all entering 2026?

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 13

Red Sox's Potential Romy González Timeline Revealed

The Boston Red Sox got a mixed-bag of updates on Thursday night. On the bright side, Boston landed the best available left-handed reliever and signed Danny Coulombe to a one-year deal worth $1 million.

Craig Breslow News / Over The Monster / March 13

What’s left for Craig Breslow and the Red Sox to do before Opening Day?

Good morning! The Red Sox did something yesterday they hadn’t done in a few weeks: they signed someone to the big league roster. Left-handed middle relief had been one of the weakest spots on the team — and given Danny Coulombe’s injury history and age, you could say it still is.

Danny Coulombe News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 13

Red Sox's Danny Coulombe Signing Spells Trouble for These 3 Pitchers

Friday evening's news was significant to everyone involved with the Boston Red Sox, but it was the most serious for the last few relief pitchers fighting for an opening day roster spot.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 13

Red Sox Speedster Admits Playing Time May Be Hard to Come By

It's no secret that the Boston Red Sox are loaded in the outfield right now. At this point, it's a pretty safe argument to say that the Red Sox have the best outfield in baseball on paper.

Vinny Nittoli News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 12

Red Sox's Vinny Nittoli Has Glass-Half-Full Injury Outlook After Surgery

Vinny Nittoli's stay with the Boston Red Sox, at least on his current contract, will unfortunately not be a memorable one. Nittoli has four partial seasons of major league experience, but this past season, he found himself stuck in Triple-A for all 37 of his appearances.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Braiden Ward News / Blogging the Red Sox / March 12

Red Sox’ Braiden Ward sets spring training stolen base record

Since Major League Baseball began tracking spring training stats in 2006, no player had stolen more than 16 bases in a single spring. Until now. In the second inning of Thursday’s Grapefruit League game against the Twins, Red Sox minor league outfielder Braiden Ward set a new record by swiping his 17th bag of the spring.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 12

Red Sox give bullpen a boost with latest signing

The Boston Red Sox have a daunting task in the American League East in the coming season. They will have to overcome the defending American League champion Toronto Blue Jays as well as the New York Yankees if they are going to win the division title.

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Boston Red Sox News / Last Word On Sports / March 12

Red Sox Adding 36-Year Old Lefty Reliever

On Thursday evening, the Boston Red Sox signed relief pitcher Danny Coulombe to a one year-contract. To make room on the 40-man roster, infielder Romy Gonzalez has been placed on the 60-day injured list.

Danny Coulombe News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 12

Red Sox Sign Danny Coulombe

The Red Sox announced the signing of lefty reliever Danny Coulombe to a one-year deal. Boston placed utilityman Romy Gonzalez on the 60-day injured list in a corresponding move.

Marcelo Mayer News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 12

Red Sox Get Update on Potential Marcelo Mayer Extension

One trend that has emerged over the last few years with the Boston Red Sox is that they have gotten significantly better at handing out long-term extensions early.

Boston Red Sox News / Inside The Diamonds / March 12

Boston Red Sox Prospect Breaks Spring Training Stolen Base Record

The Boston Red Sox today suffered an 8-5 loss to the Minnesota Twins in Grapefruit League play. The loss dropped them 9-11 this spring. In the top of the second inning, outfielder Braiden Ward was hit by a pitch, and he would then steal second base, which was his 17th stolen base of the spring, breaking the record previously held by Eugenio Velez.

Connelly Early News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 12

Connelly Early Opens Up on Tricky Red Sox Roster Situation

Trying to crack the Boston Red Sox's rotation this season is going to be a difficult task. The offseason additions of Ranger Suárez, Sonny Gray, and Johan Oviedo gave the Red Sox one of the most stacked rotations, if not the most stacked, in all of Major League Baseball.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 12

Red Sox’s Most Problematic Contract Shouldn’t Surprise Anyone

The Boston Red Sox have hit a few home runs over the last few years from a contract perspective. If you look at the organization right now, Boston was able to get early extensions done with Roman Anthony, Ceddanne Rafaela, Brayan Bello, Garrett Crochet, Garrett Whitlock and Kristian Campbell.

Marcelo Mayer News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 12

Red Sox Have Not Discussed Long-Term Deal With Marcelo Mayer

The Red Sox have done a few extensions in recent years but it doesn’t seem like there’s anything imminent with infielder Marcelo Mayer. Chris Cotillo of MassLive reports that the club has not approached Mayer to discuss a long-term deal to this point in time.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 12

Red Sox prospect celebrates Grapefruit League stolen bases record like Rickey Henderson

When Rickey Henderson broke MLB’s stolen base record, he took the bag right out of the diamond to celebrate. On Thursday, Boston Red Sox top prospect Braiden Ward tried doing his best impression.

Brooks Brannon News / Blogging the Red Sox / March 11

Red Sox’ Brooks Brannon undergoes surgery for broken hamate bone

Red Sox catching/first base prospect Brooks Brannon recently underwent surgery to repair a broken hamate bone in his left hand, as noted by WEEI.com’s Rob Bradford.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / March 11

5 Greatest Boston Red Sox Hitters of All Time

For fans of a certain generation, the Boston Red Sox have always been one of the best teams in Major League Baseball. The team has won three World Series championships in the last 22 years and has made the postseason in 11 of the last 23.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / March 11

5 Greatest Boston Red Sox Pitchers of All Time

The Boston Red Sox are American League originals. They entered Major League Baseball in the AL in 1901 alongside the Chicago White Sox, Minnesota Twins, Detroit Tigers and now-Cleveland Guardians.

Matt Thaiss News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 10

Matt Thaiss Has Upward Mobility Clause In Red Sox Deal

The Red Sox may have to make a decision on catcher Matt Thaiss soon. Chris Cotillo of MassLive reports that several players in camp on minor league deals have upward mobility clauses or opt-outs in their contracts.