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MLB News / Over The Monster / May 6
Red Sox 4, Tigers 0; Boston stays hot to sweep Detroit 
The Red Sox look like a totally different team the last few days, or at least the one playing with real momentum. The Tigers certainly didn’t amid a .500 start and the loss of Tarik Skubal for two to three months.
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.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / May 6
MLB announces punishment for Framber Valdez
Detroit Tigers pitcher Framber Valdez will have to sit for a while after Major League Baseball determined that he intentionally threw at a batter in Tuesday’s game.
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.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 6
Red Sox vs. Tigers Lineup: Marcelo Mayer Returns, Roman Anthony Still Out
The Boston Red Sox will look for a sweep on Wednesday night, but unsurprisingly won't have Roman Anthony in the lineup when they do so. Boston will send Sonny Gray to the mound in his big return from the Injured List, but Anthony will miss another game as the Red Sox conclude a three-game series against the Detroit Tigers.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 6
Red Sox Option Lefty One Day After Emotional MLB Debut
The Boston Red Sox officially are getting Sonny Gray back in the mix to face off against the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday night. Gray, who hasn't made a start since April 20 due to a hamstring strain, officially was activated off the Injured List on Wednesday.
Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / May 6
Game 37: Red Sox vs. Tigers; Boston gets boost looking for sweep
TV: NESN First Pitch: 6:40 p.m. ET The Red Sox found a way to take a deep breath and played relaxed over the last two nights. It’s the best thing that could’ve happened for Boston as a three-game sweep is on the line for the first time this season. Sonny Gray returns from the injured list and makes his first start since April 20 on Patriots’ Day.
Boston Red Sox News / Inside The Diamonds / May 6
Boston Red Sox Roster Moves 05/06/2026
The Boston Red Sox wrap up their three-game series with the Detroit Tigers tonight. They’re looking to complete their first sweep of the 2026 season. The Red Sox took the first game, 5-4, with a five-run seventh.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 6
Red Sox's Best MiLB Pitcher, Hitter Rocket Up Top 100 Prospect List
Baseball America released its updated Top 100 Prospects list on Wednesday, and two Boston Red Sox rising stars stole the show. Almost indisputably, Franklin Arias and Anthony Eyanson have become the Red Sox's best hitting and pitching prospects, at least among those still in the minors.
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.
Roman Anthony News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 6
Red Sox Notes: Boston Turning a Corner; Roman Anthony's Wrist Injury
Are the Boston Red Sox finally starting to turn things around? It's been a tough season for the Red Sox, to say the least. If you look at the club's overall record, it's all you need to see to show that the season hasn't been smooth.
MLB 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.
Isiah Kiner-Falefa News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 6
Red Sox 9-Year Veteran Tabbed 'Most Likely' Trade Candidate
It legitimately never made sense that the Boston Red Sox gave $6 million to infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa. Who were they even bidding against? The light-hitting nine-year veteran utility man was on the Toronto Blue Jays for the World Series last season only because he was waived by the Pittsburgh Pirates.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 6
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.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 6
Red Sox Flamethrower Nearing Return to Boston
The Boston Red Sox have one of the best overall bullpens in baseball and yet it could be even better. The bullpen has been one of the few parts of the organization that has been successful all season to this point.
Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / May 6
Red Sox Minor Lines: Kristian Campbell homers off Carlos Rodon
The WooSox enjoyed an early home run from Mickey Gasper, his fifth on the year, but the good feelings didn’t last for too long against the Rail Riders (Yankees AAA).
MLB News / Total Pro Sports / May 6
Red Sox vs. Tigers Game 3: Preview & Starting Pitchers – May 6
Red Sox vs Tigers Game 3 has a little “who grabs control” energy. Boston just punched back with a 10-run explosion, while Detroit is sitting there thinking, yeah, that won’t happen again.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 6
Red Sox Set for Major Boost With All-Star's Return From IL
The vaunted Boston Red Sox rotation seemed to be unraveling one arm at a time. On Wednesday, it's finally time for reinforcements. Barring an unexpected change, three-time All-Star Sonny Gray is set to make his return to the rotation for the series finale against the Detroit Tigers.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / May 6
Trevor Story responds to Framber Valdez’s plunking
Boston Red Sox Trevor Story is not buying any other narrative about Detroit Tigers pitcher Framber Valdez’s intention during a controversial moment on Tuesday.
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.
Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / May 5
Red Sox back Brayan Bello's strong outing, pound Tigers
Ceddanne Rafaela had three hits and drove in four runs, including a three-run homer, and the visiting Boston Red Sox pounded the Detroit Tigers 10-3 on Tuesday night.
Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / May 5
Red Sox promote pitching prospect Dylan Brown to High-A Greenville
The Red Sox have promoted pitching prospect Dylan Brown from Low-A Salem to High-A Greenville, as was first reported by Chris Hatfield of SoxProspects.com.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 5
Tarik Skubal's injury leaves Tigers with two potential trade targets
The two-time American League Cy Young award winner will miss some time after undergoing surgery, leaving a massive hole in the Tigers' rotation.
Roman Anthony News / Athlon Sports / May 4
Red Sox Announce Roman Anthony News After Leaving Tigers Game
The Boston Red Sox have had a disappointing season, entering Monday’s game against the Detroit Tigers looking to snap a two-game skid and get back into the win column.
Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 4
Red Sox Select Alec Gamboa
The Red Sox announced they have selected the contract of left-hander Alec Gamboa from Triple-A Worcester. Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com first reported that Gamboa was on a flight to Detroit and likely to be added after exercising an upward mobility clause.
Alex Cora News / Just Baseball / May 4
Still in Shock: Leftover Thoughts on the Alex Cora Firing
It’s been over a week since the Boston Red Sox made the shocking decision to fire manager Alex Cora and five members of his coaching staff, and the resulting picture hasn’t become any clearer.
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