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Surprising Details of Red Sox's Ranger Suárez Contract Revealed

The Boston Red Sox's five-year, $130 million contract for Ranger Suárez came as a fairly big surprise, all things considered. Five days after losing Alex

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Red Sox acquire catcher in Twins trade

The Boston Red Sox are exploring all avenues of boosting their postseason chances entering the 2026 season. In their latest move, Boston bolstered their depth behind the dish.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / January 21

Dustin Pedroia, Manny Ramirez fail to make Hall of Fame alongside Carlos Beltran, Andruw Jones

Good morning! The Baseball Hall of Fame will have two new members in a few months, as Carlos Beltran and Andruw Jones were officially elected yesterday.

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Tim Mayza News / Over The Monster / January 21

The Red Sox are interested in adding a lefty reliever. Could it be Tim Mayza?

Welcome back to the 2025-26 edition of Smash or Pass, in which we examine potential free agent and trade targets to determine whether the Red Sox should pursue them and what it would take to land them.

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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.

Tristan Gray News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 21

Twins To Acquire Tristan Gray

8:13am: Catching prospect Nate Baez is headed to Boston in exchange for Gray’s services, as reported by Jeff Passan of ESPN. Baez, 24, was a 12th-round selection by Minnesota in the 2022 draft and hit .278/.371/.423 in 96 games split between the High-A and Double-A levels last year.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 21

Red Sox Praised for Avoiding Mets' Latest $126 Million Commitment

In the immediate aftermath of the Boston Red Sox losing the Alex Bregman sweepstakes, everyone's first thought for a potential pivot was Bo Bichette. It was long rumored that the Red Sox would treat Bichette as Plan 1B, as they'd met with him in December and clearly needed an impact bat in the infield.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 20

Red Sox Local Boy Seemingly Ends Career After 21 Seasons

The Boston Red Sox were fortunate to have veteran starting pitcher Rich Hill at points throughout his big league career. Hill had four different stints with the organization.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 20

Former Red Sox Fan-Favorite Pops Up In Padres Rumors

It would be somewhat surprising to see the Boston Red Sox add another starting pitcher at this point. Boston's rotation currently has Garrett Crochet, Brayan Bello, Sonny Gray, Ranger Suárez, and Johan Oviedo on paper.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 20

How Former Red Sox Stars Fared on 2026 Hall of Fame Ballot

No former Boston Red Sox players made it to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2026, but there were still some positive developments. Three ex-Red Sox were on the ballot, and two of the three fell off, which most would have predicted based on their situations.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 20

Red Sox May Not Have to Give Up Jarren Duran in Isaac Paredes-Astros Swap

Isaac Paredes and Jarren Duran are two players who can't open their eyes every day without hearing their names floated in trade rumors. The Boston Red

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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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 20

Red Sox rumors: Boston’s possible Eugenio Suarez pursuit has ‘very little traction’

The Boston Red Sox might have interest in pursuing former Seattle Mariners star Eugenio Suarez. However, there may not be enough traction for a signing to actually come to fruition.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 20

Insider Provides Anticipated Update On Red Sox-Eugenio Suárez Rumors

The Boston Red Sox still needed another infield bat after the flurry of activity last week, and Eugenio Suárez was a name on many folks' minds. Suárez, the 34-year-old Seattle Mariners third baseman, hit 49 home runs this past season, but finished the year with an on-base percentage of .298.

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Zach Penrod News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 20

Red Sox Miss Out On Potential Reunion As 28-Year-Old Signs With Nationals

There have to be many in the Boston Red Sox organization who still believe Zach Penrod can be a good major leaguer. Penrod made his major league debut for the Red Sox at the end of 2024 and wound up pitching four innings and allowing one earned run.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 20

Red Sox's Ranger Suárez Has WBC Plans Revealed Before Signing $130M Contract

The Boston Red Sox will seemingly get to see their newest free-agent pitcher throw on a big stage much sooner than October. Ranger Suárez, who has yet to sign his five-year, $130 million contract with the Red Sox, is reportedly making his way to Boston from Venezuela this week.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 20

Red Sox Struck Gold; 1st-Round Stud Just Added Secret Weapon

There were 14 Major League Baseball front offices who somehow thought there was a better player on the board in July's draft than Kyson Witherspoon. For that, the Boston Red Sox may wind up eternally grateful.

Boston Red Sox News / Last Word On Sports / January 19

Breaking Down the Red Sox Pitching Depth Ahead of Spring Training

With the signing of Ranger Suárez, the Boston Red Sox have created what may be the best rotation in the American League, along with the best pitching depth in possibly not just the American League but the entire Major Leagues.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 19

Yankees’ offseason puts them at risk of falling behind division rivals

Yankees’ mundane offseason puts them at risk of falling behind division rivals

New York Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner has put frugality on display this offseason.

Yankees reportedly backing away from Cody Bellinger bidding war

Yankees tweak latest offer to try to end Cody Bellinger saga

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MLB News / Just Baseball / January 19

Six Ways the Red Sox Can Replace Alex Bregman Internally

Alex Bregman held an interesting place in the hearts of Boston Red Sox fans. He was an early-season MVP candidate, suffered a midseason injury, and came back limping his way to the finish line.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 18

Red Sox “Remain Active” In Efforts To Upgrade Catching Tandem

While much of the focus for the Red Sox this offseason has been on their efforts to upgrade the rotation and fill out their corner infield mix, the team has also been connected to a number of catchers in recent months.

Franklin Arias News / Blogging the Red Sox / January 17

Top Red Sox prospect aiming to ‘make it to the big leagues’ in 2026

Top Red Sox prospect Franklin Arias aiming to ‘make it to the big leagues’ in 2026

After making good on his goal of reaching Double-A as a 19-year-old last season, top Red Sox prospect Franklin Arias is once again placing lofty expectations on himself heading into the 2026 campaign.

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Boston Red Sox News / Total Apex Sports / January 16

Boston Red Sox Could Deal from Rotation Depth After Shocking Suarez Signing

Ranger Suárez’s five‑year, $130 million deal is official, and it immediately changes the picture for the Boston Red Sox. By bringing in the left‑hander, Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow didn’t just add stability to the rotation.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 16

Red Sox Could Trade From Rotation After Suárez Deal

The Red Sox went big with their first free agent signing of the winter, adding Ranger Suárez for five years and $130MM on Wednesday. That followed trade acquisitions of Sonny Gray and Johan Oviedo, meaning the Sox could enter the season having replaced 60% of their rotation.

Boston Red Sox News / Just Baseball / January 16

The Case for the Red Sox To Trade Jarren Duran

Less than a month before pitchers and catchers will begin reporting to Florida and Arizona, the Boston Red Sox lineup is far from a finished product. The only external addition they have made thus far has been catcher-turned-first baseman Willson Contreras, whom they added in a trade with the St.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 15