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Red Sox's Magic Number Hits Single Digits On Perfect Off-Day For Boston

While the Boston Red Sox were resting at home, the action around Major League Baseball was unfolding in an absolutely ideal manner on Monday. Entering the day, Boston held a three-game lead over the Texas Rangers, the first team on the outside looking in at the American League Wild Card picture.

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What does the Yankees' latest blowout loss mean for the Red Sox' playoff push? An AL Wild Card breakdown

The Red Sox may be able to pull one over on the Yankees at the last second.

Roman Anthony News / Sporting News / September 15

Red Sox insider reveals severity of star rookie Roman Anthony's absence in Boston's offense

It seems like without Anthony, the Sox have pretty much nothing.

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

Alex Cora Details Manny Ramirez Memo For Red Sox's Slumping 24-Year-Old

The Boston Red Sox would absolutely love it if the July version of Ceddanne Rafaela would show up for them in their moment of need. Rafaela was the Red Sox's best and most clutch hitter not only during their 10-game winning streak, but arguably for the entire middle third of the season.

Kyle Schwarber News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '50-home run MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?

The '2000's AL and NL MVPs' quiz

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The 'Highest slugging percentage in a season' quiz

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / September 15

Yankees Castoff Is Powering Red Sox Back To The Playoffs

The Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees completed a rare trade before the 2025 Major League Baseball season that likely has had a bigger impact than either team could've expected.

Garrett Crochet News / Boston Red Sox on SI / September 15

Red Sox Announcement Is Huge For Garrett Crochet, Bad News For Yankees

The Boston Red Sox's battles with the New York Yankees this weekend weren't great in terms of on-field results, but the days before and after the series set them up nicely.

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

Red Sox 28-Year-Old Entering 'Final Days' In Boston?

Who will be back for the Boston Red Sox in 2026? This is a topic that has already been talked about too much with the regular season winding down. Boston has a good chance of making a run to the playoffs this year.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 15

Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman joins Hall of Fame group with 30th save

When Boston Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman nailed down his 30th save of the season on Sunday, he did more than just help his team defeat its arch-rival.

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

Red Sox Can’t Ignore Kyle Schwarber’s Latest Free Agency Comments

The 2025 Major League Baseball regular season is winding down and the Boston Red Sox are facing two questions as they try to make a return trip to the playoffs for the first time since 2021.

Aroldis Chapman News / Over The Monster / September 15

Red Sox News & Links: The magic number is down to 10

No one has been steadier for the 2025 Red Sox than closer Aroldis Chapman. Actually, no one has been steadier for the 2025 Red Sox than closer Aroldis Chapman and setup man Garrett Whitlock.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / September 15

Garrett Crochet Has Aaron Judge Message After Red Sox-Yankees Clash

Is Garrett Crochet vs. Aaron Judge becoming its own rivalry? The Boston Red Sox got a much-needed win over the New York Yankees on Sunday night, re-establishing a three-game cushion in the tightening American League Wild Card picture.

Wilyer Abreu News / Boston Red Sox on SI / September 15

Red Sox Betting Big On Return Of Wilyer Abreu

The Boston Red Sox got a boost on Sunday night as they took down the American League East rival New York Yankees. With the win, Boston improved its record to 82-68 on the season and closed the gap with the Yankees a tad after it widened earlier in the series.

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

Red Sox's Magic Number Drops By Two After Critical Win Vs. Yankees

The Boston Red Sox were starting to live a bit dangerously. Not only was the team 3-6 since Roman Anthony's injury heading into play on Sunday night, but every other American League contender had caught fire.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 15

Red Sox’ Garrett Crochet opens up about getting the best of Aaron Judge

The Boston Red Sox, under the electric lights of Fenway Park, beheld Garrett Crochet steal the show Sunday night, guiding them to a momentous 6-4 victory over the New York Yankees in the finale of their three-game series.

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The 'NFL's three-passing TD game leaders' quiz

The 'FBS animal teams' quiz

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Garrett Crochet News / Athlon Sports / September 14

Garrett Crochet and Red Sox Rookie Form a Battery Built for October

Garrett Crochet didn’t just beat the Yankees on Sunday night; he and rookie catcher Carlos Narváez looked like a battery Boston can ride into October. Crochet matched his season high with 12 strikeouts over six innings in a 6–4 win, while Narváez capped the six-run first with a two-out solo homer.

Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / September 14

Red Sox bats back Garrett Crochet (12 K's) in win vs. Yankees

The Boston Red Sox scored five times on five hits to begin a six-run first inning and Garrett Crochet matched a season-high 12 strikeouts across six innings en route to a 6-4 win over the visiting New York Yankees on Sunday night.

Garrett Crochet News / Field Level Media / September 14

Garrett Crochet, Red Sox out to avert sweep by Yankees

The Boston Red Sox clinched the season series over their rival New York Yankees last month, but they will not get the last laugh in the midst of a September playoff race.

Alex Bregman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 13

Why Alex Bregman’s future with Red Sox will be determined in October

The Boston Red Sox have their sights set on the American League postseason. Alex Cora sent an important message to his roster amid a big divisional series.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 13

Three-time All-Star pitcher's future in question after Alex Cora's latest update

It is fair to wonder if retirement could be in the cards after all the tumult of his last three seasons.

Tigers' World Series hopes depend on Tarik Skubal injury

Pirates reinstate former Rockies pitcher from 60-day IL

Astros place former All-Star pitcher on IL

The 20 worst MLB teams from the 1990s

The 'MLB Comeback Player of the Year award winners' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 13

Red Sox place left-hander on 15-day injured list

Prior to yesterday’s game, the Red Sox placed left-hander Brennan Bernardino on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to September 10) due to a left lat strain.

Nathaniel Lowe News / Just Baseball / September 12

Nathaniel Lowe Has Been a Huge Pickup for the Red Sox

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Craig Breslow News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 11

Craig Breslow, Red Sox plan to hire GM this offseason

With the 2025 season nearing its conclusion, teams around the league are beginning to turn their attention towards staffing changes during the offseason.

Top Prospect Connelly Early Shines for Red Sox in MLB Debut

The 25 greatest designated hitters in MLB history

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The '1986 Boston Red Sox roster' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / September 9

How did Henry Godbout, top position player drafted by Red Sox this summer, fare in professional debut?

Henry Godbout was the first of six position players drafted by the Red Sox over the summer. This article will examine how the 21-year-old infielder fared in his professional debut this season.

Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / September 8

3 Red Sox prospects crack Baseball America’s 2025 Dominican Summer League rankings

Late last week, Baseball America’s Josh Norris ranked the top 35 prospects who played in the Dominican Summer League in 2025. Of those 35, three members of the Red Sox organization made the cut, with infielders Dorian Soto and Jhorman Bravo coming in at No.

Aroldis Chapman News / Yardbarker / September 7