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The 2026 season has been one of turmoil so far for the Boston Red Sox. With Memorial Day right around the corner and the season nearly two months old, the Sox hold the fourth worst record in MLB at 20-27.

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Red Sox News & Links: An injury setback for Roman Anthony

This is going to be something we’ll be keeping an eye on all season, isn’t it? Yesterday, fourteen days after suffering what was hoped to be a minor wrist injury back on May 4, Roman Anthony once again swung a bat.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 19

Red Sox Might Have Already Soft-Launched Third Base Change

The Boston Red Sox have the worst qualified hitter in Major League Baseball on their roster, and they may have found a viable replacement. For the last two games, Triple-A call-up Nick Sogard has started at third base over Caleb Durbin, whose .492 OPS is down over 200 points from his strong rookie season with the Milwaukee Brewers.

Ranger Suarez News / Field Level Media / May 19

Behind Ranger Suarez, Red Sox eager to continue Royals' woes

Ranger Suarez has been dominant on the mound of late, but he needs some run support from his Boston Red Sox teammates. Having not allowed a run in three straight starts, Suarez will aim to help the Red Sox to a second consecutive victory and a road-series win over the struggling Kansas City Royals on Tuesday night.

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There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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Masataka Yoshida News / Over The Monster / May 19

What’s the most uncharacteristic Red Sox performance you remember?

Last night in the Red Sox 3-1 win over the Kansas City Royals, Masataka Yoshida hit a triple and threw out a runner at the plate. When I think about Masataka Yoshida, hitting triples and throwing runners out at the plate aren’t things that come to mind.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 19

Red Sox Giving Fans Painful 2012 Flashbacks Despite Royals Win

The Boston Red Sox got back into the win column on Monday night, but it doesn't fully mask the ongoing issue with the club's offense. Boston took down the Kansas City Royals, 3-1, thanks to great pitching from Sonny Gray and a homer from Willson Contreras.

Louis Andujar News / Blogging the Red Sox / May 19

Red Sox’ Louis Andujar named Florida Complex League Player of the Week

Red Sox infield prospect Louis Andujar has been named the Florida Complex League Player of the Week for the week of May 11-17, Minor League Baseball announced on Monday.

Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / May 19

Red Sox’ Enddy Azocar named Carolina League Player of the Week

Red Sox outfield prospect Enddy Azocar has been named the Carolina League Player of the Week for the week of May 11-17, Minor League Baseball announced on Monday.

MLB News / Blogging the Red Sox / May 18

Red Sox’ Patrick Halligan named Eastern League Pitcher of the Week

Red Sox minor leaguer Patrick Halligan has been named the Eastern League Pitcher of the Week for the week of May 11-17, Minor League Baseball announced on Monday.

Aroldis Chapman News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 18

Red Sox Gambled on Aroldis Chapman and Now He’s Making History

The Boston Red Sox fans get let out a sigh of relief on Monday. Boston got back in the win column against with a 3-1 win over the Kansas City Royals. With the club struggling overall this season, each win comes with a little extra fanfare.

Sonny Gray News / Field Level Media / May 18

Sonny Gray's strong outing leads Red Sox past Royals

Sonny Gray allowed a run and struck out a season-high nine while pitching into the seventh inning, Willson Contreras clubbed a two-run homer, and the visiting Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 3-1 on Monday night.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / May 18

Red Sox Get Promising Carlos Narváez Injury Update

Carlos Narváez is not starting behind the plate for the Boston Red Sox on Monday, but it appears he won't miss much more time than that. According to MassLive's Christopher Smith, Narváez is feeling "way better than yesterday" when he suffered a finger injury in Sunday's blowout loss to the Atlanta Braves.

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Roman Anthony News / Athlon Sports / May 18

Red Sox Dealt Unfortunate Roman Anthony News Before Royals Game

The Boston Red Sox have had a disastrous 2026 season. Entering Monday, the team sits at 19-27 and in last place in the American League East. Just about everything has gone wrong, and it starts with the disappointing season from right fielder Roman Anthony.

Brayan Bello News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 18

Red Sox Mock Trade Swaps Brayan Bello for Electric Nationals Star

The Boston Red Sox need more firepower in the middle of the order. On paper, the Red Sox should be significantly better than they are. Boston is 19-37 on the season so far and in last place in the American League East.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 18

Red Sox Lineup: Jarren Duran, Caleb Durbin Still Under Microscope

As the Boston Red Sox prepared for a Monday face-off with the Kansas City Royals, the struggling offense continued to face scrutiny. Boston's lineup for

Sonny Gray News / Athlon Sports / May 18

Sonny Gray's ERA Is a Lie — And It's Going to Catch Up to Him in 2026 Fantasy Baseball

On the surface, everything’s coming up Milhouse for seasoned MLB starter Sonny Gray. He has started his first season with the Red Sox with a solid 4-1 record.

Payton Tolle News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 18

Red Sox's Payton Tolle Has Candid Reflection on March Demotion

Payton Tolle might be the single most fun player to watch on the Boston Red Sox right now, so it's easy to forget that he didn't make the team to open the season.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 18

Red Sox rumors: Ken Rosenthal puts up stop sign on Boston trade talks despite poor start

As the Boston Red Sox’s offensive output has been disappointing this season so far, the baseball world could be wondering if the team is on the verge of being sellers in trading away pieces.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / May 18

Red Sox Considering Playing Marcelo Mayer at Different Position

The Boston Red Sox have a huge decision to make that could significantly impact the future of the franchise. With veteran shortstop Trevor Story landing on the IL, the club has a vacancy at one of the most important positions on the field.

Sonny Gray News / Field Level Media / May 18

Red Sox eager to regroup around Sonny Gray in visit to Royals

While the Boston Red Sox continue to struggle, they have played well with Sonny Gray on the mound this season. Meanwhile, the Kansas City Royals haven't enjoyed much success of late when Seth Lugo has pitched.

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / May 17

Payton Tolle has been silver lining in Red Sox's disappointing start

While the Boston Red Sox are struggling through a tough start to their season, starting pitcher Payton Tolle has been a huge silver lining for them.

Report: Red Sox SS Trevor Story headed to IL

Aroldis Chapman had a troubling mistake on his uniform during game

Yankees' David Bednar fizzles in Subway Series finale against Mets

Yankees should keep eye on Twins' Ryan Jeffers as trade season approaches

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Aroldis Chapman News / Larry Brown Sports / May 17

Aroldis Chapman had a troubling mistake on his uniform during game

Aroldis Chapman had an extremely unfortunate error on his uniform during Friday’s game. Chapman and the Boston Red Sox played Friday against the Atlanta Braves.

Trevor Story News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 16

Red Sox Place Trevor Story On 10-Day Injured List

The Red Sox are placing Trevor Story on the 10-day injured list prior to tonight’s game with the Braves, MassLive.com’s Christopher Smith reports. Infielder Nick Sogard will be called up to replace Story on the active roster, as Tommy Cassell of the Worcester Telegram & Gazette first reported earlier today.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 15

Kyle Schwarber extends hot streak with MLB-leading HR in Phillies' win

Schwarber's recent power surge has helped turn Philadelphia's season around.

The Phillies have made a dramatic shift under Don Mattingly

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Jarren Duran News / Yardbarker / May 11

Jarren Duran deletes Instagram amid dispute with reporter

It's been a long season for the Boston Red Sox, and it's only the middle of May. That includes a very slow start for former All-Star Game MVP Jarren Duran.

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

Red Sox’ All-Star Emerges as Leading Trade Candidate

Red Sox Have Trevor Story Problem Growing Bigger By the Day

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