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Red Sox Projected to Sign Randy Arozarena to Risky Nine-Figure Deal

We're at an interesting point in the Major League Baseball calendar in which rumors and speculation run wild, but moves don't tend to actually get done.

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Red Sox Reportedly Could Lose Another All-Star to Cubs in Free Agency

Last offseason, the Boston Red Sox lost a multi-time All-Star to the Chicago Cubs in the form of third baseman Alex Bregman. While the offseason is young, it sounds like the Cubs could very well end up having interest in another former Boston star as well.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / November 9

How the looming lockout might affect the Red Sox offseason plans

A lockout is coming to Major League Baseball. When that happens, MLB players and teams will be sequestered and offseason business will be paused until the two sides can come to an agreement.

Jarren Duran News / Baseball Now / November 9

Insider Thinks Jarren Duran 'Good As Gone' As Red Sox Look To Improve Offense

The Boston Red Sox' offense was held back by injuries last season, but simply the fact that they're getting healthy should not stop them from making improvements in free agency.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

The 'NLCS MVPs' quiz

The 'Last MVP by MLB team 'quiz

The 'Platinum Glove winners since 2011' quiz

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25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 9

Red Sox rumors: The player who’s ‘as good as gone’ in trade this offseason

It is that time of the year again as the Boston Red Sox are once again rumored to be looking to trade outfielder Jarren Duran. However, this time around, Boston is reportedly willing to lower their asking price, per USA Today’s Bob Nightingale.

Craig Breslow News / Over The Monster / November 9

Red Sox News & Links: Craig Breslow needs to beef up the front office

A lot has been made of the supposedly minuscule circle of advisors Craig Breslow reportedly maintains in the Red Sox front office. Prior to the season-saving

Zack Kelly News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 9

Former Red Sox Flamethrower Zack Kelly Speaks After Boston Exit

The Boston Red Sox found something in right-handed flamethrower Zack Kelly, but he is no longer a member of the organization after five seasons in Boston.

Zack Kelly News / EssentiallySports / November 9

Zack Kelly Gives Heartwarming Tribute to 6 Years at Boston Red Sox as He Enters Free Agent Status

Zack Kelly proved that not every farewell comes with a grand send-off, and sometimes, years of service end with nothing more than a roster decision. His

Boston Red Sox News / EssentiallySports / November 8

MLB Insider Suggests Boston Red Sox Could Move on From Two Players This Offseason

Payroll pressure is forcing the Boston Red Sox to consider difficult decisions involving their roster. A projected $262.7 million commitment leaves little room for mistakes, especially with an offense that ranked 26th in home runs.

Trevor Story News / Just Baseball / November 8

Is Now the Time for the Red Sox To Move on From Trevor Story?

The Trevor Story experience has been a whirlwind for Boston Red Sox fans. When he initially signed in Boston, Story was a hot commodity hitting the free-agent market one season before a mass exodus of the game’s top shortstops.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Teoscar Hernandez News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 8

Red Sox Have Good Reason to Watch Teoscar Hernandez-Dodgers Situation

If you're a Boston Red Sox fan, you should be excited about the upside of the organization heading into the 2027 season. It's early, of course. But Boston arguably should be considered the best team in the American League on paper right now.

Sonny Gray News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 7

Red Sox Star Projected to Leave Boston to Join Braves in Free Agency

The perception around Major League Baseball isn't positive right now when it comes to the idea of Sonny Gray sticking around with the Boston Red Sox ahead of the 2027 season.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / November 9

Top five most likely trade candidates during the MLB offseason

The trade market could be active due to a relatively weak free-agent class. Let's take a look at the five players who are most likely to be traded.

Brewers just won their first World Series, but now the hard part begins

Why a reunion with the Padres could be on the table for Nick Martinez

Report: Aaron Judge had issues with Jazz Chisholm in 2026

'Multiple teams' reportedly showing interest in Ty France

Max Scherzer shares offseason plans

Ceddanne Rafaela News / Baseball Now / November 7

Ceddanne Rafaela Was Robbed Of Platinum Glove Award

Cody Bellinger of the New York Yankees won the American League Platinum Glove Award, but if an outfielder were going to win the award, it should have been Ceddanne Rafaela.

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / November 7

CC Sabathia speaks highly of Payton Tolle's dominant rookie season

Former New York Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia had nothing but optimistic things to say about left-handed starter Payton Tolle's dominant 2026 rookie campaign with the Boston Red Sox.

3 questions facing the Boston Red Sox this offseason

Red Sox adding Shelley Duncan to coaching staff

Red Sox trade Eduardo Rivera to Cardinals...

...after designating him for assignment

Red Sox exercise contract option on RHP Garrett Whitlock

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 7

Red Sox Fans Now Need to 'Keep an Eye' on Japanese Ace Kaima Taira

Could the Boston Red Sox end up making a splash in the international market this winter? Well, MLB.com's Ian Browne raised some eyebrows and told Boston fans to "keep an eye" on Seibu Lions ace Kaima Taira as the offseason starts to heat up.

Hobie Harris News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 7

Royals, Hobie Harris Agree To Minor League Deal

The Royals are in agreement with reliever Hobie Harris on a minor league contract, reports Ari Alexander of Boston 7 News. The Gaeta Sports Management client will be in big league camp as a non-roster invitee.

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The 'MLB wins-leaders since 2000' quiz

How many of the pitcher to lead Major League Baseball in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 6

Red Sox rumors: Boston’s offseason ‘priority’ could lead to signing star outfielder

The Boston Red Sox are expected to add a bat or two this offseason. While Boston would benefit from bringing in a starting pitcher with Sonny Gray entering free agency, the team’s “priority” will be to add a hitter to the middle of the lineup, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 5

Red Sox Adding Shelley Duncan To Coaching Staff

The Red Sox are adding former big leaguer Shelley Duncan to their major league coaching staff, Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam of MassLive.com report. As with Boston’s previously agreed-upon hiring of Jason Bell (who’d been with the Astros), a specific title has yet to be settled upon.

Steven Brooks News / Blogging the Red Sox / November 4

How Red Sox pitching prospect Steven Brooks, organization’s saves leader, fared in 2026

Red Sox pitching prospect Steven Brooks led the organization in saves this season, converting eight of his 11 opportunities. This article will examine how the 24-year-old right-hander fared across two levels in 2026.

Antonio Anderson News / Blogging the Red Sox / November 4

Red Sox prospect Antonio Anderson named 2026 AFL Fall Star

Red Sox infield prospect Antonio Anderson has been named a 2026 Arizona Fall League Fall Star, the league announced Wednesday. Anderson will represent the Mesa Solar Sox as a member of the American League in the 20th annual Fall Stars Game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick on Sunday night.