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What’s Holding Up Potential Red Sox–Ketel Marte Blockbuster

Rumors, rumors, and more rumors. That's the feeling around the Boston Red Sox right now. The Red Sox have done a very good job when it has come to the starting rotation.

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Munetaka Murakami and Kazuma Okamoto create an order of operations problem for Alex Bregman and the Red Sox

When it comes to free agency, the most useful tool most players possess against clubs calculating how to crush their value is the ability to wait things out for the entire winter.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 16

Red Sox Promote Former Yankees Pitching Coordinator To Prominent Role

The Boston Red Sox's pitching development program has received a lot of recognition in the past year, and Ben Buck has assuredly played a role in that success.

Jarren Duran News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 16

Jarren Duran's Market 'Heating Up,' Red Sox Insider Says

Rumors are swirling around the Boston Red Sox right now in the trade market. Boston continues to strike, with its most recent deal being to acquire left-handed hurler Jake Bennett from the Washington Nationals in exchange for right-hander Luis Perales, per ESPN's Jeff Passan.

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Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 16

Red Sox Get Great Feedback From Rival Executive Amid Rampant Trade Rumors

The Boston Red Sox are far away from building a roster that projects as a World Series contender in the upcoming season, but they do have lots of valuable pieces.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Triston Casas News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 16

Red Sox's Triston Casas Update Good News For 2026

One position of interest for the Boston Red Sox so far this offseason has been first base. The reason for this is the fact that the last two seasons have been inconsistent at the position.

Alex Bregman News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 16

Why Red Sox Are Leader In Clubhouse To Sign Alex Bregman

The Boston Red Sox would be wise to get a deal done with third baseman Alex Bregman in the very near future. With Pete Alonso and Kyle Schwarber off the market, Boston’s options to bolster the middle of the order are starting to dwindle a tad.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 16

Red Sox May Have Found A Steal In Nationals Trade, Per Top Talent Evaluator

As a Major League Baseball team, it's exciting to have a reputation for improving young pitchers. Since Craig Breslow took over as chief baseball officer prior to last season, the Boston Red Sox have drafted and developed pitching quickly and at a high level.

MLB News / Blogging the Red Sox / December 15

Red Sox trade Luis Perales to Nationals for fellow pitching prospect Jake Bennett

The Red Sox and Nationals swung an interesting trade involving two pitching prospects on Monday night, with Boston acquiring left-hander Jake Bennett from Washington for right-hander Luis Perales.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 15

Instant Impact Of Red Sox, Nationals Trade Bringing 6-foot-6 Lefty To Boston

The Boston Red Sox sure are developing a pattern this winter. For the third time, the Red Sox swung a trade for a pitcher, and for the third time, the trade partner was a National League club featuring a front office run by a former Boston executive.

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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.

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Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / December 15

Red Sox Announce Trade on Friday

The Boston Red Sox are expected to undergo significant change heading into the 2026 MLB season. After returning to the postseason last year, their run was cut short with a quick exit at the hands of the New York Yankees in the AL wild card round.

Ketel Marte News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 15

Red Sox Insider Explains Why Ketel Marte Trade Is Best Move For Boston

The Boston Red Sox surely need more offense this winter, and the name Ketel Marte has begun to fly around the rumor mill at breakneck speed. Having lost out on Kyle Schwarber and Pete Alonso in free agency, the Red Sox likely aren't going to land a 40-homer candidate at this point in the offseason.

Evan Phillips News / Last Word On Sports / December 15

Report: Red Sox Among Suitors for Former Dodger Closer

The Boston Red Sox are kicking the tires on right-handed reliever Evan Phillips, according to the Boston Globe’s Tim Healey. Phillips, formerly with the Los Angeles Dodgers, is currently recovering from Tommy John surgery, which caused him to miss most of the 2025 season.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 15

Red Sox, Nationals Swap Pitching Prospects

In a rare type of transaction, the Nationals and Red Sox have agreed to swap pitching prospects. The clubs announced a one-for-one deal that sends righty Luis Perales to Washington and southpaw Jake Bennett to Boston.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 15

Ketel Marte Blockbuster Trade Still Possible For Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox have been heavily linked to one of the top overall infielders in the National League over the last few weeks. Since the winter meetings, Boston has been one of the teams consistently tied to Arizona Diamondbacks three-time All-Star Ketel Marte.

J.T. Realmuto News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 15

Where Red Sox's Perplexing Pursuit Of Phillies 3-Time All-Star Stands

Of all the potential targets the Boston Red Sox have been linked to this winter, J.T. Realmuto is one of the toughest to wrap one's head around. Realmuto is a three-time All-Star who was perhaps the best catcher in all of baseball at his peak.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 15

Red Sox Monitoring Dodgers Champion After Tommy John Surgery

It is nearly impossible to have too many capable relievers in Major League Baseball. The bullpen is volatile. The Boston Red Sox had a great year in 2025 from a bullpen perspective.

Jarren Duran News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 15

Red Sox's Updated Stance Revealed On Jarren Duran, Other Outfield Trades

Is it a problem if the Boston Red Sox enter the regular season without trading an outfielder? Some may see it as counterproductive to have Roman Anthony, Ceddanne Rafaela, Wilyer Abreu, and Jarren Duran all healthy on the same roster.

Michael King News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 15

Red Sox, Michael King Update After Rumor-Filled Weekend

The Boston Red Sox were caught to in some red-hot rumors around the starting rotation on Sunday. Reports surfaced, beginning with Pete Abraham of the Boston Globe, pointing to interest from the organization in former San Diego Padres and New York Yankees hurler Michael King.

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 13

Dustin May could find his form again with the Cardinals

Heading into 2026, the St. Louis Cardinals will seemingly take a further step back, as they did in 2025, when they finished fourth in the National League Central with a 78-84 record.

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Boston Red Sox News / Stadium Rant / December 13

The Red Sox Are Running Out Of Options: 2025 Offseason Plan

Following a highly anticipated 2025 Winter Meetings, the Boston Red Sox left Orlando without a single major league signing or trade. Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow stressed the importance of being “aggressive and decisive” following the acquisition of Sonny Gray from the St.

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 12

Journeyman catcher Danny Jansen on move back to American League

A journeyman catcher with some pop is on the move, as Danny Jansen heads back to the American League. Late Friday night, MLB Network insider Jon Heyman.

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Bryan Mata News / Blogging the Red Sox / December 12

Longtime Red Sox pitching prospect Bryan Mata taking talents to Japan, signing with NPB’s Yomiuri Giants

Earlier this week, it was revealed that longtime Red Sox pitching prospect Bryan Mata was taking his talents to Japan. Though terms have not yet been disclosed, it appears as though the 26-year-old right-hander is signing with the Yomiuri Giants of Nippon Professional Baseball.