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Top 6 Hottest Red Sox to Begin 2026 Season

Top 6 Hottest Red Sox to Begin 2026 Season

The Boston Red Sox are 1-5 to kick off the 2026 Major League Baseball season, but there are pieces within the organization who have gotten off to good starts to begin the campaign.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 2
Red Sox Doomers Need to Lighten Up After Boston's 1-5 Start

Red Sox Doomers Need to Lighten Up After Boston's 1-5 Start

A lot has gone wrong for the Boston Red Sox in the week since the regular season began, and it's understandable that people aren't happy. Rocking a five-game losing streak as they enter the home opener on Friday, the Red Sox are tied with the Athletics and Chicago White Sox for the worst record in Major League Baseball at 1-5.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 2
Red Sox $18M Arm Nearing Return for Boston

Red Sox $18M Arm Nearing Return for Boston

It certainly sounds like the Boston Red Sox could have another reinforcement in the near future. Boston's starting rotation is loaded right now with Garrett Crochet, Connelly Early, Brayan Bello, Sonny Gray and Ranger Suárez.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 2
Red Sox Need to Pay Attention to 6-foot-9 Local Boy Before MLB Draft

Red Sox Need to Pay Attention to 6-foot-9 Local Boy Before MLB Draft

Boston Red Sox fans haven't had a local product to root for in quite some time. The Manny Delcarmens, Rich Hills, and Luis Guerreros of the world couldn't quite scratch the itch.

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The 'Active MLB wins leaders' quiz

The 'Active MLB wins leaders' quiz

How many of the active pitchers to win at least 80 games can you name in five minutes? 

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Boston Red Sox News / Last Word On Sports / April 2
Red Sox Start off 1-5: Is It Time To Hit the Panic Button?

Red Sox Start off 1-5: Is It Time To Hit the Panic Button?

The Boston Red Sox lost to the Houston Astros on Wednesday, 6-4, dropping their fifth straight and starting the season with an abysmal record of 1-5. This is odd because on paper, this roster is projected to succeed.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day
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Roman Anthony News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 2
Roman Anthony Just Gave Red Sox Fans More Reasons to Love Him

Roman Anthony Just Gave Red Sox Fans More Reasons to Love Him

Maybe Roman Anthony couldn't have raised his stock much more among Boston Red Sox fans, but on Thursday, he gave them even more reasons to become invested.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / April 2

Yes, you should freak out about the Red Sox’ bad start… but not because it’s rational

If I were to say the words “October baseball” to you, you would instantly be able to picture it in your imagination. You know exactly how October baseball looks, feels, and sounds.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 2
4 Red Sox Trade Candidates Fans Should Already Be Watching Closely

4 Red Sox Trade Candidates Fans Should Already Be Watching Closely

The Boston Red Sox have done a lot of adding in the trade market over the last few months, but who could be pieces to monitor in the near future who could be on their way out of town?

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / April 2

Red Sox Minor Lines: An improbable comeback for the WooSox

While the Red Sox were losing to the Astros, the WooSox were in St. Paul for a 2:10 PM first pitch following Tuesday’s 19-3 rout of the Saints (Twins AAA).

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / April 2
Trevor Story blasts Red Sox amid 'unacceptable' start to season

Trevor Story blasts Red Sox amid 'unacceptable' start to season

With a 6-4 loss to the Houston Astros, the Boston Red Sox have fallen to 1-5, their worst start to a season in the past seven years.

Early Red Sox slump could be cause for greater concern
The 'Active 20-homer MLB season leaders' quiz
Triston Casas News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 2
Red Sox's Triston Casas Suffers Injury 'Setback:' Full Breakdown

Red Sox's Triston Casas Suffers Injury 'Setback:' Full Breakdown

The Boston Red Sox got a bit of bad news on Wednesday around young slugger Triston Casas. Casas, who has been working his way back after rupturing his

Athletics News / Yardbarker
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Alex Bregman News / Over The Monster / April 2

The toxic fallout from the Alex Bregman debacle has the potential to contaminate the entire Red Sox season

On the night of February 13th, 2025, John Henry lit up a victory cigar to celebrate what would ultimately turn into one year of Alex Bregman’s services.

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Garrett Crochet News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 2
Garrett Crochet's 'Unacceptable' Start Came With Red Flags for Red Sox

Garrett Crochet's 'Unacceptable' Start Came With Red Flags for Red Sox

Handing the ball to Garrett Crochet was supposed to help save the series for the Boston Red Sox. Instead, it deepened their woes. Crochet gave up two runs in the bottom of the first inning to the Houston Astros on a lot of loud contact.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / April 2

Who is the Red Sox’ best right-handed bat?

Good morning! I have some positive news: The Red Sox will not lose today. That’s of course because they don’t play again until tomorrow’s home opener, but hey, they can’t get any worse after a reset … right?

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 1
Red Sox's Biggest Surprise From Disastrous 1-5 Start

Red Sox's Biggest Surprise From Disastrous 1-5 Start

The 2026 Major League Baseball season is just about one week old and it has been brutal for the Boston Red Sox. Boston kicked off the 2026 season on a high note with a 3-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds on March 26 with Garrett Crochet on the mound.

Garrett Crochet News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 1
Red Sox’s Garrett Crochet embarrassed by Astros sweep, ‘it’s not acceptable’

Red Sox’s Garrett Crochet embarrassed by Astros sweep, ‘it’s not acceptable’

The Boston Red Sox entered the 2026 MLB season with high hopes. They added talent up and down the roster. Through six games, things have not gone as planned.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 1
Red Sox fall short late as Astros sweep series

Red Sox fall short late as Astros sweep series

Carlos Correa's two-out, three-run home run in the bottom of the fifth inning changed the game, helping the Houston Astros complete a three-game sweep against the visiting Boston Red Sox with a 6-4 win on Wednesday afternoon.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 1
Early Red Sox slump could be cause for greater concern

Early Red Sox slump could be cause for greater concern

It's only April Fools' Day, but the Boston Red Sox may already be in serious trouble.

Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. turns back the clock in win over Red Sox
Blue Jays' Kevin Gausman's historic start continues in loss to Rockies
Recent contract extensions may benefit Pirates' Konnor Griffin
The 'Active 20-homer MLB season leaders' quiz
Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 1
Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas' path may be delayed in working back from knee injury

Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas' path may be delayed in working back from knee injury

Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas is working his way back from last year’s knee injury but his path may be delayed. Tim Healey of The Boston Globe was among those to relay today that Casas has a strained left intercostal muscle.

Connelly Early News / Just Baseball / April 1
Why Connelly Early Could Break Out For the Red Sox in 2026

Why Connelly Early Could Break Out For the Red Sox in 2026

Projection systems tend to favor clarity. Pitchers with a singular defining trait—elite velocity, a dominant breaking ball, or a clear bat-missing weapon—are easier to model and project forward.

Ranger Suarez News / Last Word On Sports / March 31
Ranger Suarez By The Numbers: Should Fans Worry After Debut?

Ranger Suarez By The Numbers: Should Fans Worry After Debut?

Over the course of the offseason, one of the Red Sox’s main priorities was improving their pitching rotation. As the saying goes, pitching wins championships.

Marcelo Mayer News / Just Baseball / March 31
New Guy at Second: What to Expect From Marcelo Mayer in 2026

New Guy at Second: What to Expect From Marcelo Mayer in 2026

The Boston Red Sox have had a very hard time trying to find their second baseman of the future since Dustin Pedroia. Since Pedroia, there have been seven different second basemen starting a majority of games for the Red Sox in a given season.

Austin Adams News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 31
Jorge López, Austin Adams Sign With Mexican League Teams

Jorge López, Austin Adams Sign With Mexican League Teams

A pair of longtime MLB relievers recently joined teams in the Mexican League. The Saraperos de Saltillo announced a deal with former All-Star closer Jorge López last week.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 30
Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. turns back the clock in win over Red Sox

Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. turns back the clock in win over Red Sox

It's been a long time since Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. looked this good.

Jose Altuve's two HRs, four hits power Astros to blowout of Red Sox
Reds' Chase Burns builds on last season's momentum in 2026 debut
Three dark horse AL MVP candidates who could surprise MLB this year
The 'Active 20-homer MLB season leaders' quiz
Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 29
Alex Cora Discusses Red Sox’ Outfield Plans

Alex Cora Discusses Red Sox’ Outfield Plans

The Red Sox have one of the most crowded outfield mixes in all of baseball. Jarren Duran is an All-Star who has averaged more than 5.0 WAR per season over the last two years.

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