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Dodgers, Padres Viewed As Competition For Key Red Sox Bat

There are more pieces from the 2025 Boston Red Sox club in free agency right now than just third baseman Alex Bregman. He obviously has the biggest name, but there are other important members of the organization out there for the taking right now.

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Red Sox's Chances To Retain Alex Bregman Just Saw Slight Uptick

The key question in the Boston Red Sox's offseason is whether Alex Bregman stays or goes, and every other move that happens until he signs can swing the pendulum one way or the other.

Pete Alonso News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 17

Red Sox Emerging As Threat To Pull Pete Alonso From Mets

The Boston Red Sox continue to be linked to one of the top overall sluggers in baseball. It’s no secret that the Red Sox need more power, and this offseason has been full of rumors centered around a few different stars, including New York Mets star Pete Alonso.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 16

Red Sox Linked To 30-Year-Old Ace With Boston Ties

If the Boston Red Sox can land another star-level pitcher, like they did last offseason with Garrett Crochet, they will be in a great position to make some real noise in 2026.

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The 'National League MVPs' quiz

How many of the National League MVPs in the Integration Era (since 1947) can you name in six minutes?

The 'Active 200-strikeout MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Three-home-run MLB playoff games' quiz

The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 16

Dodgers Named Blockbuster Trade Fit For Red Sox $7.7 Million All-Star

During this critical offseason, the Boston Red Sox will need to be willing to consider any and all prospective trade partners. The main trades on the table would appear to be acquiring a surefire No.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 16

Red Sox Star Predicted To Sign $168M Deal With Mets

Soon enough, the big-time free agents will find deals around the league and all of the chatter will come to an end around free agency. Unfortunately, it's too early for that, though.

Kristian Campbell News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 16

Red Sox Mulling Interesting Kristian Campbell Move After Tough Season

Kristian Campbell's offseason development is a critical storyline for the Boston Red Sox. Depending on what the Red Sox do in free agency, Campbell could be asked to play a big role next year.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 16

Red Sox Could Lose Former All-Star To Yankees In Free Agency

The Boston Red Sox already made one decision involving the starting rotation this offseason. After spending the last two seasons with the organization, Boston opted against picking up Lucas Giotlio's mutual option and also didn't tender him a qualifying offer.

Boston Red Sox News / Just Baseball / November 16

Which Outfielder Will the Boston Red Sox Trade This Winter?

The Boston Red Sox finished the year with an 89-73 record, which had them finishing third in the AL East and fourth overall in the American League—a very respectable season that was spurred on by their young, budding outfield stars.

Dustin May News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 15

Dustin May 'fully back to normal' after elbow injury

Free agent right-hander Dustin May is “fully back to normal” and says that his elbow feels great, according to Christopher Smith of MassLive.

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

Red Sox Tabbed 'Obvious Fit' For Projected $199M Ace

The Boston Red Sox tried to sign one of the free agent starters last offseason, but missed out. Boston was one of the teams tied to Max Fried before he inked an eight-year, $218 million deal with the New York Yankees.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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 / Yardbarker / November 15

Could 'skew' of Red Sox roster make Bregman chase even more critical?

Could 'skew' of Red Sox roster make Alex Bregman chase even more critical?

Without Bregman, Boston's roster is filled with left-handed hitters.

Three under-the-radar trade chips for the Yankees

Rangers president Chris Young 'open-minded' about roster change, pinpoints team's 'priority'

Edwin Diaz's comments on his future may worry Mets fans

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The 'Active playoff home run leaders' quiz

Jarren Duran News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 15

Astros’ perfect trade offer for Red Sox’s Jarren Duran

The Boston Red Sox face a pivotal decision regarding outfielder Jarren Duran as the 2026 season approaches, and the Houston Astros stand ready with a compelling trade proposal that could reshape both franchises.

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The 'Men's Final Four hosts since 2000' quiz

The 'Most TD catches by NFL tight ends' quiz

The '500 passing yard NFL games' quiz

The 'Most rushing TDs for each NFL team' quiz

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

Red Sox Have Major Selling Point In Kyle Schwarber Sweepstakes

Before the offseason began, it was clear that the Boston Red Sox needed a little more pop in the middle of their lineup. Despite all of the injuries, Boston was able to limp into the playoffs, but the Red Sox's lineup wasn't at full strength.

Aroldis Chapman News / Over The Monster / November 15

2025 Red Sox in Review: Aroldis Chapman blew everyone’s expectations away

A complete redemption year for the 37-year-old. One of the most dominant closers in the Majors from start to finish. What can’t you say about Aroldis Chapman’s 2025 season?

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 14

David Ortiz Shares Surprising Alex Bregman–Rafael Devers Story

Alex Bregman spent a year with the Boston Red Sox organization and it's hard not to like him. Bregman is a guy who is a critical right-handed bat in the middle of the lineup and an elite defensive player at one of the most difficult positions on the field.

Craig Breslow News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 14

Red Sox considering adding high-leverage reliever

The Red Sox are considering adding a high-leverage reliever to bolster their bullpen, according to reporting from Ken Rosenthal, Will Sammon and Katie Woo of The Athletic.

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The '2018 Boston Red Sox World Series roster' quiz

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 14

David Ortiz Chooses Between Pete Alonso, Kyle Schwarber As Next Red Sox Slugger

The Boston Red Sox are missing a David Ortiz-like presence in the middle of the order. Ortiz has been gone for nearly a full decade, and though Rafael Devers was never quite Ortiz, he was a very good slugger in his own right.

Rafael Devers News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 14

Red Sox Icon David Ortiz Explains Why Rafael Devers Didn't Work Out In Boston

The Rafael Devers trade was the most explosive moment of the Boston Red Sox's 2025 season, and it could take many more years to digest. Devers was meant to be the Red Sox's face of the franchise when he signed a 10-year, $313.5 million extension before the 2023 campaign.

Roman Anthony News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 14

Red Sox legend David Ortiz gets brutally honest on Roman Anthony

It didn’t take long for Roman Anthony to make an impact on the Boston Red Sox. He caught the eye of many around the baseball world, including Red Sox legend David Ortiz.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 14

Three potential landing spots for pitcher Dylan Cease

As one of the top pitchers in the 2025-26 free agent class, Dylan Cease is set to receive plenty of attention in free agency. Let's look at three potential landing spots.

Are Mets optimistic about re-signing Pete Alonso?

Edwin Diaz's comments on his future may worry Mets fans

OF prospect Carson Benge might have legitimate shot to make Mets roster in 2026

The greatest World Series rotations in MLB history

The '2023 MLB strikeout leaders' quiz

Alex Cora News / Athlon Sports / November 13

Red Sox’s Alex Cora Makes Personal Announcement on Instagram

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora revealed on Instagram that he has officially proposed to his partner, Angelica Feliciano. “To be continued,” Cora posted on Thursday.

Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / November 12

Red Sox release former top international signing after just two seasons

The Red Sox released minor league outfielder and former top international signing Vladimir Asencio after reinstating him from the restricted list last Friday, per the MiLB.com transactions log.

Boston Red Sox News / Just Baseball / November 12

What Should the Red Sox Do With Triston Casas in 2026?

Few players in recent Boston Red Sox history have been more polarizing than Triston Casas. His supporters will point to his remarkable performance over the last four months of 2023, as the then-23-year-old posted a .307/.404/.570 slash line from June 2 on.