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Marcelo Mayer becomes latest Red Sox shortstop to land on IL

The Boston Red sox are in the midst of a difficult season and injury issues are only making things worse. On Friday, the team sent shortstop Marcelo Mayer to the injured list with a “bone stress reaction” in his left forearm.

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Boston Red Sox Notebook: Red Sox Win Again, Benches Clear, Series Split at Minimum, and More

The Boston Red Sox won the second game of the series over the Yankees; they’re now 35-46. They’re 13.5 games back of the Yankees for the American League East.

Kyle Schwarber News / Over The Monster / June 27

The Red Sox failure to retain Kyle Schwarber is still felt today

Given the disaster the Red Sox have gotten themselves into this season, let’s take a look back on how the ballclub could have been in a better position to compete, both in 2026 and other recent seasons with just two playoff appearances in the 2020s.

Corey Seager News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'MLB playoff HR leaders' quiz

In the history of MLB, 31 players have hit 13 or more home runs in the postseason over the course of their careers. How many can you name in six minutes?

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MLB News / Just Baseball / June 27

The Garrett Crochet Trade Was a Win for Both Parties

The Boston Red Sox and Chicago White Sox have a recurring trend of trading left-handed aces. After some mixed results in the White Sox’s return for Chris Sale, several of the players received for Garrett Crochet have already become major-league mainstays.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 26

Payton Tolle, Red Sox shut down Yankees

Payton Tolle pitched seven dominant innings and combined with two relievers on a three-hitter Friday night as the Boston Red Sox earned a 6-1 victory over the visiting New York Yankees.

Willson Contreras News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 26

Jomboy calls out Willson Contreras for at-bat antics leading to Yankees-Red Sox bench clearing

The New York Yankees are at the top of the American League East standings and the Boston Red Sox are at the bottom. However, these two archrivals still feel the passion even though one team is dominating and the other has fallen apart.

Boston Red Sox News / Larry Brown Sports / June 26

Report: One Red Sox player is causing internal frustration

The vibes continue to stink for the AL East-worst Boston Red Sox. Boston shortstop Marcelo Mayer has some detractors within the organization, Sean McAdam of MassLive.com reported on Friday.

Roman Anthony News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 26

Red Sox Notes: Roman Anthony Limbo, Key Piece Returning, Rotation Dominance

It's been a roller coaster of a week for the Boston Red Sox, to say the least. There have been positive moments, like taking two out of three games from the Seattle Mariners last weekend and also taking down Cam Schlittler and the New York Yankees on Thursday night.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / June 26

Red Sox Lose Another Infielder to Injured List

The suddenly very thin Boston Red Sox infield just took another big hit. Ahead of Friday night's matchup against the New York Yankees, manager Chad Tracy announced that Marcelo Mayer will be placed on the 10-day IL with a forearm issue.

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Marcelo Mayer News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 26

Red Sox Place Marcelo Mayer On Injured List

The Red Sox announced that shortstop Marcelo Mayer has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a bone stress reaction to the left ulna. Infielder Tsung-Che Cheng has been recalled as the corresponding move.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 26

Why Red Sox accomplishing impressive feat for 1st time in 9 years isn’t saving season

The Boston Red Sox’s starters have been pitching well in recent action. In fact, they have made eight consecutive quality starts heading into Friday night’s game against the New York Yankees.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 26

Ken Rosenthal doubles down on Red Sox’s Craig Breslow firing prediction

With fans wondering how the Boston Red Sox’s season can get worse, the situation could lead to more turnover in the front office, as this MLB insider speaks to the job status of chief baseball officer Craig Breslow.

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / June 26

Report reveals what Red Sox could receive in potential Chapman trade

Report reveals what Red Sox could receive in potential Aroldis Chapman trade

Getting him won't be easy or cheap.

Yankees strive for better defensive effort vs. Red Sox

Yankees waste Cam Schlittler's historic outing in loss to Red Sox

Red Sox's Willson Contreras conundrum thickens with reporter's latest input

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Marcelo Mayer News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 26

The Marcelo Mayer Panic With Red Sox Has Already Gotten Out of Hand

The Boston Red Sox aren't where they want to be right now. That's just a fact. It's June 26 and rather than sitting among the top contenders in the American League, Boston is near the basement.

Chad Tracy News / Inside The Diamonds / June 26

Boston Red Sox Notebook: Red Sox Take Opener, Chad Tracy Gives Injury Update, and More

The Boston Red Sox drop the finale, the only way they know how; they’re 32-46. They’re 14.5 games back of the Yankees for the American League East. They’re five games back of four teams for the final spot in the American League wild card standings.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 25

Red Sox open 4-game set by edging error-prone Yankees

Caleb Durbin hit a two-run home run and Connelly Early struck out nine in six innings as the Boston Red Sox opened a four-game series against the visiting New York Yankees with a 6-3 victory on Thursday night.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 25

Yankees waste Cam Schlittler's historic outing in loss to Red Sox

Even in a game the New York Yankees failed to win, right-hander Cam Schlittler still managed to make more history.

Red Sox open 4-game set by edging error-prone Yankees

Key stat shows why Yankees are the team to beat in the AL

Yankees' Aaron Boone blasts Jazz Chisholm for unprofessional move

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Boston Red Sox News / Inside The Diamonds / June 25

Boston Red Sox Notebook: Miscues Cost Red Sox Finale, Injuries Continue to Mount, and More

The Boston Red Sox drop the finale, the only way they know how; they’re 32-46. They’re 15.5 games back of the Yankees for the American League East. They’re seven games back of the Blue Jays for the final spot in the American League wild card standings.

Sonny Gray News / Just Baseball / June 25

Where Did Sonny Gray’s Strikeouts Go?

Sonny Gray has delivered on being a top-of-the-rotation pitcher for the Boston Red Sox so far. After a brief rocky start to the season, Gray has provided stability for Boston, posting a 9-1 record with a 2.95 ERA while tying for the second-most wins in MLB.

Roman Anthony News / Athlon Sports / June 24

Red Sox Manager Delivers Upsetting Roman Anthony Update

Roman Anthony has not made any substantive progress in his recovery from a right-hand injury, interim Boston Red Sox manager Chad Tracy said, according to Boston Globe reporter Tim Healey.

Caleb Durbin News / Field Level Media / June 24

Red Sox 3B Caleb Durbin injures pinky, out vs. Rockies

Boston third baseman Caleb Durbin exited in the third inning of Wednesday's game against the Colorado Rockies in Denver with a left pinky finger subluxation, the Red Sox announced.

Boston Red Sox News / The Lead / June 24

Should the Boston Red Sox Buy, Sell or Balance?

Going into the trade deadline this August, the Boston Red Sox’s front office has big decisions to make: buy, sell, or balance. The deadline comes at a pivotal point in the 2026 season.

Gage Ziehl News / Blogging the Red Sox / June 22

How Red Sox pitching prospect Gage Ziehl is faring with Double-A Portland

After a rocky start to his first season in the organization, Red Sox pitching prospect Gage Ziehl appears to be settling in with Double-A Portland. Ziehl showed as much in his latest start for Portland this past Friday night by striking out seven consecutive batters at one point.

Willson Contreras News / Yardbarker / June 22

Red Sox's Willson Contreras conundrum thickens with reporter's latest input

Contreras has certainly proved his value, which has made him a hot commodity on the trade market that would provide the Red Sox a hefty return package if they were to trade him.

Red Sox's Sonny Gray makes telling comments about a potential trade

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Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 22

Sonny Gray “Open” To Discussing No-Trade Clause If Red Sox Sell

With the Red Sox’ season continuing to spiral — they’re buried in the AL East cellar and have the American League’s second-worst record — speculation about a potential deadline sale continues to mount.

Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / June 21

Red Sox promote Newton native, power-hitting prospect Jack Winnay to Double-A Portland

The Red Sox have promoted corner infield prospect Jack Winnay from High-A Greenville to Double-A Portland, as was first reported by Andrew Parker of SoxProspects.com.