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The Big Question for Red Sox Fans as Rafael Devers Returns to Fenway

The Boston Red Sox are set to kick off one of their most intriguing series of the 2026 Major League Baseball season on Friday. First off, the Red Sox are 68-59 on the season and have a 5 1/2 game-lead over the Minnesota Twins for the No.

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Red Sox's Demotion When Trevor Story Returns Is Clear By Now

The infield has been an intriguing dilemma for the Boston Red Sox all season, and a decision will need to be made soon when Trevor Story returns from the injured list.

Trevor Story News / Athlon Sports / August 20

Red Sox Decide on Next Steps for Trevor Story

For a Boston Red Sox club that now sits comfortably in the second AL wild-card spot, much of the attention has turned to the organization’s minor league affiliates, who are hosting several key players on rehab assignment.

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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

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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.

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

This Red Sox Veteran Could Be Boston Next Odd Man Out

The Boston Red Sox's bullpen is the best in baseball right now, but that doesn't mean that it's going to look exactly the same when the playoffs kick off this fall.

Boston Red Sox News / Viral Sports News / August 20

Boston Red Sox Cut Ties With a Whopping 10 Players

The Boston Red Sox are set to open a three-game series against the San Francisco Giants at Fenway Park on Friday night, with first pitch scheduled for 7:10 p.m.

Griffin Kilander News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 20

Red Sox Release 23-Year-Old Pitcher; Promote Griffin Kilander

The Boston Red Sox made a flurry of moves down in the minors on Wednesday, to say the least. Andrew Parker of SoxProspects.com reported a handful of minor league moves from the Red Sox on Wednesday, including the release of right-handed hurler Austin Ehrlicher.

Boston Red Sox News / Viral Sports News / August 20

Red Sox Release 19-Year-Old in Latest Roster Shakeup

The Boston Red Sox made a low-key roster move in their minor league system ahead of a home series against the San Francisco Giants. The club is set to open a three-game set with the Giants at Fenway Park on Friday evening, with first pitch scheduled for 7:10 p.m.

Willson Contreras News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 20

Willson Contreras Sheds Light on Boos, Tense Red Sox Fan Interaction

Willson Contreras is trying to give the Boston Red Sox a full, healthy season, which has proven somewhat difficult as the year has worn on. Contreras has dealt with hand, hamstring, and foot injuries, plus he's been plunked in the head and forced to sit out the next day.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 19

D-backs score twice in 10th, salvage series finale at Red Sox

An RBI single from Nolan Arenado and three walks allowed the Arizona Diamondbacks to score twice in the 10th inning and avoid a three-game sweep by beating the host Boston Red Sox 7-6 on Wednesday.

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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.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 19

Rafael Flores Jr.'s historic day salvages latest Paul Skenes dud for Pirates

Paul Skenes had another disappointing outing for the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday afternoon, failing to get through five innings and allowing three earned runs with four walks.

Pirates hit two HRs in ninth to rally past Tigers 4-3

Concerns over Paul Skenes grow as struggles continue in start versus Tigers

Oneil Cruz proves worth to Pirates in return from injury, rough rehab assignment

The 'National League Cy Young winners' quiz

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

Red Sox promote pitching prospect Barrett Morgan to High-A Greenville

The Red Sox have promoted pitching prospect Barrett Morgan from Low-A Salem to High-A Greenville, per the MiLB.com transactions log. Morgan is currently regarded by SoxProspects.com as Boston’s No.

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The '35-passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL Playoffs rushing record' quiz

The 'NFL all-time receptions leaders' quiz

The 'Rookie passing leader by team' quiz

Adley Rutschman News / Field Level Media / August 18

Adley Rutschman hits first Red Sox homer in win over D-backs

Adley Rutschman and Mickey Gasper each hit a solo home run to help the Boston Red Sox defeat the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks 9-4 Tuesday night. Rutschman went 2-for-4 with three RBIs in the win.

Garrett Crochet News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 18

Garrett Crochet Targeting Bullpen Return, Injury To Negate 2030 Opt-Out

If Garrett Crochet comes back this season, it’ll be in short relief. Last year’s AL Cy Young runner-up tells Chris Cotillo of MassLive that it’d “a million percent” be a bullpen return if he’s able to make it back before year’s end.

Boston Red Sox News / Inside The Diamonds / August 18

Boston Red Sox Injury Update 08/18/2026

Before tonight’s Red Sox game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, Boston manager Chad Tracy gave an injury update. The update had some not-so-great news about Masataka Yoshida and some great news about reinforcements for the bullpen.

Masataka Yoshida News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 18

Red Sox DH Masataka Yoshida’s hamstring injury may end his season early

The Boston Red Sox were built like the Milwaukee Brewers, but they insisted on playing against type. Following Alex Cora’s dismissal and another two months’ worth of struggles, this squad finally underwent the small-ball metamorphosis it needed in late June.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 18

Red Sox’s Chad Tracy shares latest update on Roman Anthony’s injury recovery

The Boston Red Sox are moving closer to getting Roman Anthony back in action in the big leagues. The 22-year-old outfielder Anthony has not played a game in the majors since early May after suffering a finger injury.

Eduardo Rivera News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 18

Red Sox Place Eduardo Rivera On Restricted List

The Red Sox have placed left-hander Eduardo Rivera on the restricted list, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. The southpaw had to tend to a personal matter, reports Chris Cotillo of MassLive.

Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / August 18

Fresh off romp, Red Sox bid to continue power surge vs. D-backs

Boston Red Sox catcher Adley Rutschman liked what he saw from his team's offense Monday night. Rutschman undoubtedly hopes to see similar production when the Red Sox face the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday in the second contest of a three-game series.

Boston Red Sox News / New Baseball Media / August 17

2026 MLB Draft Review: Boston Red Sox

Over the last two years, the Red Sox have dipped heavily into the farm system for several trades. Boston replenished during the 2026 MLB Draft, which brought the Red Sox a mix of high-floor players with tools, as well as some projectable hitters out of high school.

Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / August 17

Red Sox to promote top prospect Justin Gonzales to Double-A Portland

The Red Sox are promoting top outfield prospect Justin Gonzales from High-A Greenville to Double-A Portland, as first reported by Mike Rodriguez of Rompiendo Sports.

Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / August 17

Red Sox catching prospect Franklin Primera named Carolina League Player of the Week

Red Sox catching prospect Franklin Primera has been named the Carolina League Player of the Week for the week of August 10-16, Minor League Baseball announced on Monday.

Wyatt Olds News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17

Red Sox Select Wyatt Olds

The Red Sox announced they have selected the contract of right-hander Wyatt Olds. Left-hander Raymond Burgos has been optioned in a corresponding active roster move.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 15

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

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 14