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Red Sox Have Strong Arguments For, Against Cubs Blockbuster

To make the big, uncomfortable trade, or to stand pat? That's the question the Boston Red Sox have to be asking themselves every day as spring training nears, while a gaping hole still exists on the infield due to Alex Bregman signing with the Chicago Cubs earlier this month.

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Red Sox News & Links: Sox still interested in Isaac Paredes; no deal imminent

Yesterday, we told you about the four Red Sox prospects who made their way into MLB Pipeline’s top-100 list: Payton Tolle, Franklin Arias, Connelly Early, and Kyson Witherspoon.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 26

New Red Sox Infield Option Reportedly Emerges

There have been seemingly endless trade rumors around the Boston Red Sox over the last couple of weeks, but nothing to show for the noise yet. With each passing day, it seems like Isaac Paredes, Brendan Donovan and Nico Hoerner continue to be brought up as trade targets in various ways.

Brayan Bello News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 26

Red Sox-Brayan Bello Blockbuster Would Be Mistake for Boston

The Boston Red Sox have a surplus of starting pitching, but that shouldn't lead to the organization doing anything hasty. The talk of the last few weeks has been the idea of adding an infielder with the trade block specifically being talked about at length.

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Brendan Donovan News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 26

Red Sox Insider Fuels Brendan Donovan Trade Buzz With Cardinals

The Boston Red Sox have to be well acquainted with the area code for St. Louis at this point in the offseason. The Red Sox and St. Louis Cardinals have already made two hugely significant trades this winter.

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 26

Red Sox Phenom Skyrockets 30 Spots in Keith Law's 2026 Rankings

The Boston Red Sox have depleted their farm system a bit, and yet the organization still has the No. 12 overall prospect in the game, per The Athletic's Keith Law.

Isaac Paredes News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 26

Red Sox Insider Pours Cold Water on Eugenio Suárez, Isaac Paredes in Boston

The Boston Red Sox are missing one final puzzle piece to complete this offseason, but it's never been harder to figure out who fills in the gap. Obviously, Boston needs one more infielder.

Nathan Eovaldi News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 26

Red Sox Should Bring Lefty Back From Nathan Eovaldi-Rays Trade

We’re at a point in the offseason when players typically start to settle for short-term deals to land with teams before Spring Training. February is just days away from kicking off and that means that Spring Training is finally almost here.

Boston Red Sox News / Total Pro Sports / January 26

'Would Give the Red Sox a New Dimension' – Insider Sees Boston Left with One Option to Address Third Base Issues

The Boston Red Sox have yet to address their third base replacement after parting ways with Alex Bregman. Boston brought in Ranger Suarez, but without Bregman, they have a huge hole to fill.

Kutter Crawford News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 26

Red Sox's Kutter Crawford Has Ambitious Goal Amid Rotation Competition

It's a bit cliched to call Kutter Crawford the "forgotten man" of the Boston Red Sox's rotation, but he certainly hasn't been the biggest storyline of late.

Lucas Giolito News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 26

Lucas Giolito Floated For 'Surprise' Team After Red Sox Stint

While the Boston Red Sox don't need to add any more starting pitching this offseason, there are plenty of options out there in free agency, including a prominent member of the 2025 team.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

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.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / January 26

Red Sox land four prospects in MLB Pipeline top-100 list

Much like a group you may have heard about from Liverpool, the Red Sox have a quartet of young, talented lads who are breaking through a top 100 chart in the middle of the decade.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 25

Astros Infield 'Dilemma' Could Open Door for Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox should continue to keep a close eye on the Houston Astros. Houston currently has a surplus of right-handed bats, including Isaac Paredes.

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Lucas Giolito News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 25

Lucas Giolito Update Drops After Big Year With Red Sox

It certainly sounds like the market is starting to pick up steam involving a prominent member of the 2025 Boston Red Sox. Lucas Giolito was a key cog in the starting rotation for Boston in 2025.

Tyler Samaniego News / Over The Monster / January 25

Meet Red Sox trade acquisition Tyler Samaniego

He’s Tyler Samaniego, and he has only a slightly easier name to pronounce than Jhostynxon “The Password” Garcia, whom he was traded for along with Johan Oviedo.

Nico Hoerner News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 24

Red Sox Insider Fuels Nico Hoerner Trade Buzz With Cubs

The Boston Red Sox aren't going to find the perfect trade that satisfies everyone in the next month. But winning rosters aren't built on perfection. After

Alex Cora News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 24

Red Sox Outfield Has Secret Weapon for 2026, Alex Cora Hints

It's both a blessing and a curse that the Boston Red Sox have four exciting outfielders. On just about any other team, all four -- Roman Anthony, Jarren Duran, Ceddanne Rafaela, and Wilyer Abreu -- would be stalwarts in a lineup and reasons to be excited about the season.

Boston Red Sox News / Last Word On Sports / January 24

Red Sox Top 100 Prospects Entering 2026

As Major League Baseball kicks off the 2026 season, the Boston Red Sox enter the year with three highly touted prospects in Baseball America’s 2026 Top 100 Prospects list — a clear signal that Boston’s farm system is making strides toward long-term contention.

Isaac Paredes News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 24

Red Sox Have Critical Advantage in Isaac Paredes Trade Talks

Perhaps there's a reason it feels like this last move of the offseason for the Boston Red Sox might be taking an extra couple of weeks. The Red Sox need another infielder, they need more right-handed power, and they are most likely to find it in a trade.

Alex Bregman News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 24

Red Sox CEO Opens Up About Alex Bregman Loss

When the Boston Red Sox kick off the 2026 season, they should be able to compete in the American League East. The offseason has been overshadowed by the loss of Alex Bregman, but the club has actually had one of the better performances of any team in baseball this offseason.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / January 24