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Red Sox Have Reason for Concern on Patrick Sandoval, Jake Bennett

Red Sox Have Reason for Concern on Patrick Sandoval, Jake Bennett

The Boston Red Sox's weekend series against the Pittsburgh Pirates was concerning on a number of levels. Note: we're assuming Sunday's game, which was delayed by weather at the time of publication, results in a loss.

Trevor Story News / Athlon Sports / August 16
Trevor Story Returns for First Rehab Appearance

Trevor Story Returns for First Rehab Appearance

Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story returned to action for the first time since May 14 on Sunday, making the first start of a minor league rehab assignment.

Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / August 16
Red Sox put DH Masataka Yoshida, RHP Justin Slaten on IL

Red Sox put DH Masataka Yoshida, RHP Justin Slaten on IL

The Boston Red Sox placed designated hitter Mastaka Yoshida (hamstring) on the 10-day injured list and right-hander Justin Slaten (elbow) on the 15-day IL on Sunday.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 16
Aroldis Chapman's Deal is a Masterclass for Red Sox, Craig Breslow

Aroldis Chapman's Deal is a Masterclass for Red Sox, Craig Breslow

While the Boston Red Sox's bullpen is a massive strength right now, that wasn't always the case. Before the 2025 season, it was completely up in the air who would be the club's closer.

Los Angeles Angels News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 400-HR, 200-stolen bases' quiz
The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz
The 'Most MLB All-Star Games' quiz
Paul Skenes News / Over The Monster / August 16

Red Sox try to win series against Not Paul Skenes

Paul Skenes hasn’t quite been PAUL SKENES this season — he gave up at least 5 earned runs in 3 of his 6 starts in July. Nevertheless, it’s still a nice little treat for the Sox that he’s been bumped from this afternoon’s start.

MLB News / Yardbarker
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Sonny Gray News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 16
Sonny Gray Just Joined Pedro Martínez in Rare Red Sox History

Sonny Gray Just Joined Pedro Martínez in Rare Red Sox History

This past offseason, the Boston Red Sox were on the hunt for pitching. Specifically, the Red Sox were looking for a No. 2 starter to pair with lefty ace Garrett Crochet.

Masataka Yoshida News / ESPN / August 16

Red Sox put Yoshida on IL with hamstring strain

The Red Sox placed Masataka Yoshida on the 10-day IL because of a left hamstring strain.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / August 16

Red Sox News & Links: Roman Anthony, Trevor Story, IKF to begin rehab

So many rehabs! As we round the stretch of the 2026 season, the Red Sox will be getting reinforcements from several long-injured players (though in the case of some of these players, it’s an open question as to whether they’re improvements over the current options).

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 15
Red Sox's Sonny Gray sets new career high with win vs. Pirates

Red Sox's Sonny Gray sets new career high with win vs. Pirates

With another win, his second of the month, Sonny Gray's career resurgence has turned into putting together a season that can be argued as the best season of his overall career. 

Pirates pull a curious move with the struggling Paul Skenes
White Sox claim catcher Jake Rogers off waivers
The 'Last 200-K pitcher by MLB team' quiz
Athletics News / Yardbarker
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Sonny Gray News / Field Level Media / August 15
Sonny Gray continues his dominance as Red Sox blank Pirates

Sonny Gray continues his dominance as Red Sox blank Pirates

Sonny Gray threw seven scoreless innings and Wilyer Abreu's second-inning solo home run put the Boston Red Sox on course for a 4-0 shutout of the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday night.

Aroldis Chapman News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 15
Aroldis Chapman Reaches Vesting Option Threshold

Aroldis Chapman Reaches Vesting Option Threshold

Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman crossed the 40-inning mark on Saturday in an outing against the Pirates. The appearance triggered the vesting option in his contract for next season.

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The '2008 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz
 The '2008 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz
The 'Last 200-yard rusher by team' quiz
 The 'Last 200-yard rusher by team' quiz
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
 The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
The 'Most 400-yard NFL games' quiz
 The 'Most 400-yard NFL games' quiz
Masataka Yoshida News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 15
Red Sox Lose Masataka Yoshida to Midgame Injury: What We Know

Red Sox Lose Masataka Yoshida to Midgame Injury: What We Know

At a time when the Boston Red Sox could ill afford to sacrifice any offense, they lost one of their more consistent hitters. Masataka Yoshida has been a nice story this year, as he's slowly carved out an important role for himself with solid offense.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 15
Trevor Story, Roman Anthony injury updates will catch Red Sox fans’ attention

Trevor Story, Roman Anthony injury updates will catch Red Sox fans’ attention

The Boston Red Sox had a remarkable surge earlier this summer that took them from last place in the American League East and the second-worst record in the AL to a spot inside the league’s playoff structure.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 15
Red Sox fall on hard times after surge, try to right ship vs. Pirates

Red Sox fall on hard times after surge, try to right ship vs. Pirates

The Boston Red Sox have played most of their best baseball away from home this season, but that hasn't been the case on the team's current road trip. The visiting Red Sox will enter Saturday's night's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates with a 1-4 record on their seven-game road trip.

Seth Martinez News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 15
Red Sox Outright Seth Martinez

Red Sox Outright Seth Martinez

The Red Sox announced yesterday that righty Seth Martinez has been sent outright to Triple-A Worcester. Martinez was designated for assignment three days ago.

Ceddanne Rafaela News / Athlon Sports / August 14
Red Sox Make Ceddanne Rafaela Change for Pirates Game

Red Sox Make Ceddanne Rafaela Change for Pirates Game

The Boston Red Sox will be without one of their biggest stars Friday night after giving center fielder Ceddanne Rafaela a scheduled day off for the series opener against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 14
White Sox claim catcher Jake Rogers off waivers

White Sox claim catcher Jake Rogers off waivers

The Chicago White Sox have claimed catcher Jake Rogers off waivers.

Willson Contreras shows true leadership amid Red Sox fan anger
MLB's Field of Dreams Game has become more commercial than magical
Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 14
2 Red Sox most to blame for recent struggles

2 Red Sox most to blame for recent struggles

The Boston Red Sox put together their greatest surge in recent memory when they reeled off 32 wins in 37 games in a run that started in late June and went all the way into the first week of the August.

Boston Red Sox News / EasySportz / August 13
Payton Tolle and Caleb Durbin End Red Sox Skid

Payton Tolle and Caleb Durbin End Red Sox Skid

The Boston Red Sox came crashing back to Earth after a historic July run, dropping five straight games. Being swept by the Toronto Blue Jays would’ve sparked serious panic among the fanbase.

Jarren Duran News / Viral Sports News / August 13
Boston Red Sox All-Star Gets Involved in More Controversy

Boston Red Sox All-Star Gets Involved in More Controversy

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran recently confronted a fan who crossed a clear line online. Amid a difficult stretch at the plate, Duran received a private Instagram message urging him to kill himself.

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / August 13
Willson Contreras shows true leadership amid Red Sox fan anger

Willson Contreras shows true leadership amid Red Sox fan anger

Fresh off the excitement of a franchise-record breaking month of July, the Boston Red Sox are back to slumping. 

Kevin Gausman struggles in second start with Cubs
Unpacking the rise in position-player pitching in MLB this season
Reds ace gets awful injury news
Cubs rookie Pedro Ramirez earns ultimate praise from Dansby Swanson
Alex Rodriguez calls out Yankees front office after trade deadline
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 13
Alex Bregman joins exclusive list with performance vs. Nationals

Cubs' Alex Bregman joins exclusive list with performance vs. Nationals

On a night when Pete Crow-Armstrong went only 1-for-6, another Chicago Cubs player carried the team to victory in the middle game of their series with the Washington Nationals. 

Alex Bregman's three homers, seven RBIs power Cubs past Nationals
The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz
Jedixson Paez News / Blogging the Red Sox / August 12
Red Sox promote pitching prospect Jedixson Paez to Triple-A Worcester

Red Sox promote pitching prospect Jedixson Paez to Triple-A Worcester

The Red Sox have promoted pitching prospect Jedixson Paez from Double-A Portland to Triple-A Worcester, as first reported by SoxProspects.com’s Andrew Parker.

Henry Godbout News / Blogging the Red Sox / August 11
Red Sox to promote top IF prospect Henry Godbout to Double-A Portland

Red Sox to promote top IF prospect Henry Godbout to Double-A Portland

The Red Sox are promoting top infield prospect Henry Godbout from High-A Greenville to Double-A Portland, as first reported by MiLB Central’s Chase Ford.

Antonio Anderson News / Blogging the Red Sox / August 10
Red Sox’ Antonio Anderson named South Atlantic League Player of the Week for second time this season

Red Sox’ Antonio Anderson named South Atlantic League Player of the Week for second time this season

Red Sox prospect Antonio Anderson has been named the South Atlantic League Player of the Week for the week of August 3-9, Minor League Baseball announced on Monday.

Adley Rutschman News / Yardbarker / August 9
Adley Rutschman could make his debut with Red Sox on Monday

Adley Rutschman could make his debut with Red Sox on Monday

The Red Sox acquired Rutschman on the Aug. 3 trade deadline, and he's been rehabbing left wrist inflammation since July 20.

Red Sox's Payton Tolle has historic outing vs. Athletics
The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz

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