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Willson Contreras Makes David Ortiz Red Sox History

Willson Contreras Makes David Ortiz Red Sox History

The Boston Red Sox stuck gold with the addition of Willson Contreras this past offseason. Boston landed the three-time All-Star and cash from the St. Louis Cardinals in exchange for Hunter Dobbins, Yhoiker Fajardo and Blake Aita.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / April 13

The Red Sox and NESN embarrassed themselves yesterday

Fenway Sports Group has already drawn ire in recent years for, amongst other things on a very non exhaustive list: caring more about profits than winning,

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 13
Red Sox Have Major Bounce-Back Story Brewing in 2026

Red Sox Have Major Bounce-Back Story Brewing in 2026

The Boston Red Sox are starting to look like the team many expected them to be heading into the 2026 Major League Baseball season. It's no secret that the Red Sox were ice-cold to kick off the season.

Payton Tolle News / Over The Monster / April 13

Red Sox Minor Lines: Payton Tolle keeps knocking on the door

Allan Castro, an outfielder who’s been moving up Boston’s organizational ladder at the age of 22, made waves in the series finale against Columbus (Guardians AAA) as his six RB’s on two home runs, including a grand slam, lifted the WooSox to a win.

Cleveland Guardians News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz

How many of the players to appear in the most games all-time for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz
The 'MLB yearly runs created leaders' quiz
The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
MLB News / Total Pro Sports / April 13
Red Sox vs. Twins Game 1: Predictions, Picks & Odds, April 13

Red Sox vs. Twins Game 1: Predictions, Picks & Odds, April 13

Red Sox vs. Twins: The Boston Red Sox continue their road trip with a three-game series against the Minnesota Twins. Game 1 takes place at Target Field on Monday night.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Lucas Giolito News / Fastball on SI / April 13
3 Teams That Make Sense for Lucas Giolito with 2026 in Full Swing

3 Teams That Make Sense for Lucas Giolito with 2026 in Full Swing

To the surprise of many around Major League Baseball, right-hander Lucas Giolito remains unsigned. He bounced back with the Boston Red Sox in 2025, going 10-4 with a 3.41 ERA in 26 starts.

Willson Contreras News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 13
Red Sox Hit Jackpot With Willson Contreras Deal

Red Sox Hit Jackpot With Willson Contreras Deal

The Boston Red Sox have gotten more than they could've asked for out of Willson Contreras so far this season. It helps that he's red-hot at the moment.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / April 13

Red Sox bats woke up behind Ranger Suárez over the weekend

If there’s anything that I learned over the past week of watching the Red Sox, it’s that baseball can—believe it or not—be fun! God, remember what it was like to actually enjoy this team’s play?

Garrett Crochet News / Over The Monster / April 13

What will Garrett Crochet’s line look like tonight?

Hello and happy Monday, folks. Hope your weekend went well; I was able to wear a t-shirt for the first time outside since, like, 2011. The Red Sox will be going for their first three-game winning streak of the season tonight in the land of 10,000 lakes, as the Minnesota Twins will be hosting us at 7:40 p.m.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 13
Red Sox Broadcast Encounters Technical Difficulties, Goes Viral

Red Sox Broadcast Encounters Technical Difficulties, Goes Viral

The No. 1 highlight of a Major League Baseball game isn't often the broadcast, but that diverted for the Boston Red Sox on Sunday. During the first two innings of the road contest against the St.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 12
Red Sox's Biggest Bright Spot From Cardinals Series Win

Red Sox's Biggest Bright Spot From Cardinals Series Win

Don't let the Boston Red Sox get hot. After a terrible start to the 2026 Major League Baseball season, the Red Sox have now won back-to-back difficult series against the Milwaukee Brewers and St.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Willson Contreras News / Field Level Media / April 12
Willson Contreras hammers former team as Red Sox rout Cards

Willson Contreras hammers former team as Red Sox rout Cards

Willson Contreras had four hits, including a two-run home run, and drove in three runs to lead the visiting Boston Red Sox to a 9-3 victory over the St.

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The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz
 The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz
The 'Masters runners-up since 2000' quiz
 The 'Masters runners-up since 2000' quiz
The 'NBA top-seed top-scorers' quiz
 The 'NBA top-seed top-scorers' quiz
The 'Three blocks-per-game NBA seasons' quiz
 The 'Three blocks-per-game NBA seasons' quiz
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 12
Red Sox Reveal What Sparked Ranger Suárez’s Breakout vs. Cardinals

Red Sox Reveal What Sparked Ranger Suárez’s Breakout vs. Cardinals

The Boston Red Sox got exactly what they needed from left-handed starting pitcher Ranger Suárez on Saturday. Suárez made his third start in a Red Sox jersey and it was his best one yet.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 12
Red Sox’s Hottest Prospect Flying Under the Radar

Red Sox’s Hottest Prospect Flying Under the Radar

The Boston Red Sox's offense took a step in the right direction on Saturday. Boston took down the St. Louis Cardinals, 7-1. It was the first time this season that Boston scored seven runs or more in a contest.

Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / April 12
Red Sox eager to build momentum in finale vs. Cards

Red Sox eager to build momentum in finale vs. Cards

Brayan Bello will take the mound on Sunday afternoon against the St. Louis Cardinals as the Boston Red Sox try to win their second consecutive series and first one on the road this season.

Willson Contreras News / Yardbarker / April 12
Willson Contreras gets revenge on former team

Willson Contreras gets revenge on former team as Red Sox beat Cardinals

Saturday's victory over the St. Louis Cardinals was extra sweet for one particular member of the Boston Red Sox. 

Yankees star Aaron Judge's offensive struggles reach notable low
Oneil Cruz continuing to show why Pirates can't give up on him
Blue Jays dealt another blow after George Springer exits loss with injury
Three slow MLB starts that could last all season
The '2018 first-time MLB All-Stars' quiz
Ranger Suarez News / Field Level Media / April 11
Ranger Suarez stymies Cards, earns first Red Sox win

Ranger Suarez stymies Cards, earns first Red Sox win

Ranger Suarez scattered three hits over six scoreless innings and Willson Contreras went 2-for-4 with a double and three RBIs to lead the Boston Red Sox to a 7-1 victory over the host St.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 11
Three slow MLB starts that could last all season

Three slow MLB starts that could last all season

Let's take a look at three teams whose slow starts could last all year.

Yankees star Aaron Judge's offensive struggles reach notable low
Ichiro Suzuki's statue unveiling goes poorly for Mariners
Rookie Brandon Valenzuela slugs first MLB HR, powers Blue Jays to victory
The 'Active MLB strikeout leaders' quiz
Boston Red Sox News / Just Baseball / April 11
Roster Construction Issues on Full Display During Red Sox’s Slow Start

Roster Construction Issues on Full Display During Red Sox’s Slow Start

If there was ever a team in need of a couple of April wins, it’s the 2026 Boston Red Sox.  After a 2-8 start that sent massive panic throughout the New

Lucas Giolito News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 10
Lucas Giolito Throwing Roughly 75 Pitches In Side Sessions

Lucas Giolito Throwing Roughly 75 Pitches In Side Sessions

Lucas Giolito is the most notable unsigned player in MLB. The veteran right-hander went unsigned throughout the offseason. There hasn’t been much in the way of public rumors, as reported ties to the Braves and Padres were rather quickly downplayed.

Jason Varitek News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Gold Glove and Silver Slugger seasons' quiz

The 'Gold Glove and Silver Slugger seasons' quiz

How many of the MLB players to win a Gold Glove and Silver Slugger in the same season since 2005 can you name in eight minutes?

Corey Kluber News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Multi-time Cy Young winners' quiz

The 'Multi-time Cy Young winners' quiz

In MLB history, 23 pitchers have won more than one Cy Young Award. How many can you name in five minutes?

Masataka Yoshida News / Just Baseball / April 9
Solving Red Sox Offense Starts With More Masataka Yoshida

Solving Red Sox Offense Starts With More Masataka Yoshida

While there are signs of life in Boston’s offense, getting consistency out of it starts with getting more of outfielder Masataka Yoshida. Since a productive, but up-and-down rookie campaign, the Japanese outfielder has felt like a roster misfit.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 8
Johan Oviedo Diagnosed With Flexor Strain

Johan Oviedo Diagnosed With Flexor Strain

Red Sox manager Alex Cora informed reporters today that right-hander Johan Oviedo has been diagnosed with a flexor strain. He has avoided surgery but will be shut down from throwing for six weeks.

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / April 7
Red Sox owner John Henry serenaded by 'sell the team' chants at Fenway

Red Sox owner John Henry serenaded by 'sell the team' chants at Fenway

It's been a disaster of a start to the 2026 season for the Boston Red Sox and the fans are voicing their frustration.

Red Sox's misery continues with sloppy loss to Brewers
Pete Alonso's slow start to season mirrors that of the Orioles
Kyle Tucker gets a very harsh reception from Blue Jays fans during game
Blue Jays' John Schneider crashes out on umpire after getting ejected
Why Blue Jays' Adam Macko deserves a midseason call-up
James Tibbs News / Blogging the Red Sox / April 7
Former Red Sox prospect James Tibbs III named Pacific Coast League Player of the Week

Former Red Sox prospect James Tibbs III named Pacific Coast League Player of the Week

Former Red Sox prospect James Tibbs III has been named the Pacific Coast League Player of the Week for the week of March 31-April 5, Minor League Baseball announced on Monday.

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