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Marcelo Mayer News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 12

Red Sox Get Update on Potential Marcelo Mayer Extension

One trend that has emerged over the last few years with the Boston Red Sox is that they have gotten significantly better at handing out long-term extensions early.

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Boston Red Sox News / Inside The Diamonds / March 12

Boston Red Sox Prospect Breaks Spring Training Stolen Base Record

The Boston Red Sox today suffered an 8-5 loss to the Minnesota Twins in Grapefruit League play. The loss dropped them 9-11 this spring. In the top of the second inning, outfielder Braiden Ward was hit by a pitch, and he would then steal second base, which was his 17th stolen base of the spring, breaking the record previously held by Eugenio Velez.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Connelly Early News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 12

Connelly Early Opens Up on Tricky Red Sox Roster Situation

Trying to crack the Boston Red Sox's rotation this season is going to be a difficult task. The offseason additions of Ranger Suárez, Sonny Gray, and Johan Oviedo gave the Red Sox one of the most stacked rotations, if not the most stacked, in all of Major League Baseball.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 12

Red Sox’s Most Problematic Contract Shouldn’t Surprise Anyone

The Boston Red Sox have hit a few home runs over the last few years from a contract perspective. If you look at the organization right now, Boston was able to get early extensions done with Roman Anthony, Ceddanne Rafaela, Brayan Bello, Garrett Crochet, Garrett Whitlock and Kristian Campbell.

Marcelo Mayer News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 12

Red Sox Have Not Discussed Long-Term Deal With Marcelo Mayer

The Red Sox have done a few extensions in recent years but it doesn’t seem like there’s anything imminent with infielder Marcelo Mayer. Chris Cotillo of MassLive reports that the club has not approached Mayer to discuss a long-term deal to this point in time.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 12

Red Sox prospect celebrates Grapefruit League stolen bases record like Rickey Henderson

When Rickey Henderson broke MLB’s stolen base record, he took the bag right out of the diamond to celebrate. On Thursday, Boston Red Sox top prospect Braiden Ward tried doing his best impression.

Boston Red Sox News / Sport Relay / March 12

Red Sox Players Making Statements in 2026 WBC

Amongst a ton of great performances in the 2026 World Baseball Classic pool round, there seems to be a recurring theme throughout. Many of the players performing well in the 2026 WBC will suit up for the Boston Red Sox in 2026.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Johan Oviedo News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 12

Red Sox's Minor Adjustment May Have Just Unlocked Another Star Pitcher

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Johan Oviedo has a chance to be a real X-factor this year. After arriving in a December trade with the Pittsburgh Pirates, Oviedo always looked like the most likely candidate for the No.

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Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 12

The Quiet Roster Decision That Will Shape Red Sox's First Month

In terms of fan and media intrigue, the Boston Red Sox have had a few other roster battles overshadowing the backup catcher role. While we've spent a lot of time focusing on Marcelo Mayer's possible starting job, or Johan Oviedo vs.

Kutter Crawford News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 12

Kutter Crawford to Take Next Step for Red Sox Return

The Boston Red Sox got a bit of a positive update on Thursday. The Athletic's Jen McCaffrey reported on X that the expectation is that right-handed pitcher Kutter Crawford will take the mound and throw two innings of live BP.

Lucas Giolito News / Fastball on SI / March 12

These 2 Teams Should Target Lucas Giolito with Opening Day Close

Right-hander Lucas Giolito is the last big-name free agent still available. Opening day is now just two weeks away, and the veteran right-hander still does not have a new home for the 2026 season.

Jarren Duran News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 12

Red Sox Coach Jump-Starts Jarren Duran Hype Train for 2026

We've seen a different Jarren Duran this spring than the player who had a good, not great season in 2025. Duran had a streak of three home runs in two games in spring training before leaving to play for Team Mexico in the World Baseball Classic.

Braiden Ward News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 12

Red Sox's Braiden Ward Has Comedic Celly Ready for Record-Breaking Steal

One thing that is true about Spring Training every year is the fact that there are always guys who stand out who you wouldn't expect. For the Boston Red Sox, it's not shocking that Roman Anthony looked good before going to the World Baseball Classic or that Garrett Crochet looks like the star that he is.