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ABS challenge system exposed brutal day for umpire CB Bucknor

Fans might love it. Players might eventually learn to love it (if they do not already). But umpires are going to hate Major League Baseball's new ABS challenge system for balls and strikes. At least as long as it makes them look bad.

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'He Has One Job To Do' – Alex Cora Rages at Umpire After Ejection in Red Sox Loss

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora is under some pressure to deliver this season. The young Red Sox team took a big step forward last year to seal a postseason spot for the first time since 2021.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / March 28

Red Sox 5, Reds 6 (11): What a long, strange game it was.

The game had a ton of drama and resisted easy definitions. It wasn’t that the teams traded leads back and forth—the Sox never led, in fact—but every time I thought I had a handle on the direction of the game, a big moment occurred to completely erase that thought.

MLB News / Inside The Diamonds / March 28

MLB Game Recap: Red Sox Tie It in the Ninth, Lose in Extras

The Boston Red Sox and Cincinnati Reds played the middle game of their three-game series today at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, OH. Sonny Gray got the ball for the Red Sox, while Brady Singer got the ball for the Reds.

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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.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

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Marcelo Mayer News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 28

Red Sox Setting Fans Up for More Marcelo Mayer Playing Time Gripes

Very early in the new year, Marcelo Mayer's role with the Boston Red Sox has become arguably the hottest topic surrounding the team. Mayer won the starting second base job against right-handed pitchers in spring training, but manager Alex Cora was deliberate about making it clear he had to earn it.

Kristian Campbell News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 28

Red Sox's Kristian Campbell Has Confident Message On Returning to Triple-A

At first glance, it seems like Kristian Campbell's last year has thrust his Boston Red Sox future into uncertainty. Last year's opening day second baseman, Campbell now ranks somewhere between fifth and seventh on the outfield depth chart, and was optioned to Triple-A to begin the season without much debate.

Payton Tolle News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 28

Red Sox's Payton Tolle Called Player to Watch After Meteoric 2025

If you're a Boston Red Sox fan, there's a lot to be excited about with the 2026 Major League Baseball season here. Boston is loaded at the big league level, of course.

Sonny Gray News / Over The Monster / March 28

Game 2: Red Sox at Reds; Sonny Gray’s Debut

Red Sox Nation got a little taste of baseball on Opening Day, immediately followed by an oddly scheduled off-day. Due to the severe weather in Cincinnati, the game likely would have been postponed anyway so the Red Sox come out ahead with no disruptions to the schedule.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 28

Red Sox Radio Host Drops Absurd Roman Anthony-Marcelo Mayer Take

Sometimes, it only takes one game's worth of regular-season baseball to make Boston Red Sox debates spiral out of control. It's a big season for 23-year-old infielder Marcelo Mayer, and the youngster got off to a great start with a 2-for-2 performance off the bench in the Red Sox's season opener on Thursday.

Brendan Rodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 28

Red Sox Re-Sign Brendan Rodgers To Two-Year Minor League Pact

The Red Sox have re-signed infielder Brendan Rodgers to a two-year minor league deal, according to Chris Hatfield of SoxProspects.com. The deal allows him to rehab from shoulder surgery and hopefully return in 2027.

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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.

Jake Bennett News / Over The Monster / March 28

Red Sox Minor Lines 3/28: Jake Bennett throws in the opener

The Boston Red Sox did not play baseball last night, or even yesterday afternoon. But, never fear! About 60 miles west, in New England’s second biggest city and home of the gravesite of the guy who invented the smiley face, several players with MLB service time and some with some more service time certain to come in 2026, played baseball.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 28

Red Sox hit jackpot with reported Brendan Rodgers deal

When it comes to Rodgers, he's a 29-year-old Gold Glove Award winner and is a career .261 hitter in 495 games played in the big leagues.

Yankees reportedly don't want to wait to land Pirates' Paul Skenes

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Red Sox Quietly Cut 21-Year-Old Infield Prospect

The 2026 Major League Baseball season is here and in the lead-up to the new season, the Boston Red Sox had to make a handful of tough decisions. Most involved

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / March 28

Roger Clemens on the 2026 Red Sox, ABS system, and his MLB legacy

WORCESTER, Mass. – Roger Clemens arrived as the Guest of Honor for WooSox Opening Day with core memories of the 40th anniversary of a special season. The 1986 campaign started a run of over two decades in the majors as one of the best starting pitchers in the sport.

Roman Anthony News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 27

Ex-Red Sox star makes bold Roman Anthony 2026 prediction

Expectations are high for Roman Anthony, as the Boston Red Sox’s former top prospect appears ready to become the clubhouse leader in 2026. With one game under his belt already this season, it sounds like a former star player of the franchise believes Anthony could be in for a monster year.

Angel Bastardo News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 27

Red Sox Could Gain Pitching Depth Thanks to Blue Jays

The Boston Red Sox could have some more more bullpen depth coming to the organization in the very near future. Right-handed pitcher Angel Bastardo was selected by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 2024 Rule 5 Draft, but didn't make the club out of camp this spring after missing the entire 2025 season due to injury.

Kristian Campbell News / Over The Monster / March 27

Kristian Campbell hopes to spark Red Sox career revival in AAA

WORCESTER, Mass. – The Boston Red Sox paid Kristian Campbell early last April because the organization believed in the 2023 fourth-rounder after his meteoric minor league rise. His MLB experiment came crashing down after just 11 weeks in the show last season.

Boston Red Sox News / Just Baseball / March 27

26 Predictions for the 2026 Boston Red Sox

After a tumultuous and unexpected offseason, Boston Red Sox baseball officially returned on Thursday, with ace Garrett Crochet leading the way to victory against the Cincinnati Reds.

Marcelo Mayer News / Athlon Sports / March 26

Red Sox Make Marcelo Mayer Decision on Opening Day

Marcelo Mayer made the Boston Red Sox roster. He just won’t be in the lineup to start the season. Mayer’s absence from Thursday’s Opening Day lineup against the Cincinnati Reds isn’t injury or performance-related.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / March 26

Red Sox Fifth Starter Battle 2026: Johan Oviedo vs Connelly Early Fantasy Outlook

The Boston Red Sox spent the winter rebuilding and strengthening their starting pitcher depth. They signed free agent Ranger Suarez and traded for Sonny Gray, which created a strong front four with Brayan Bello and staff ace Garrett Crochet.