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Red Sox in 'Serious Trade Talks' Looking for Final Piece

It certainly sounds like the Boston Red Sox aren’t done adding pieces to the franchise. The biggest area of need for Boston is in the infield, specifically at second base or third base.

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The Red Sox 40-man roster is packed, but they need room for an infielder

Ranger Suárez is officially a member of the Red Sox. We found this out unofficially last week. Which started raising questions: what about the 40-man roster?

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 22

Red Sox Likely Can't Bring Back Pitcher Let Go by Mets in Freddy Peralta Deal

The Boston Red Sox weren't involved in the biggest trade of the Major League Baseball offseason thus far, but one of their former players was. On Wednesday night, the New York Mets acquired two-time All-Star starting pitcher Freddy Peralta from the Milwaukee Brewers.

Ranger Suarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 22

Red Sox pitcher Ranger Suarez admits 1 question about Boston-Yankees rivalry

The Boston Red Sox gained more than a frontline starter when Ranger Suarez arrived to town. During his introductory appearance at Fenway Park, the veteran left-hander shared a childhood observation about the Red Sox and Yankees rivalry that immediately resonated with fans and added unexpected emotional depth to the signing.

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Tristan Gray News / Blogging the Red Sox / January 21

Which prospect did Red Sox acquire from Twins for Tristan Gray?

Before making the signing of Ranger Suarez official earlier Wednesday morning, the Red Sox made a trade with the Twins to create a 40-man roster spot for the All-Star left-hander.

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

Isaac Paredes News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 21

Red Sox Insider Raises Red Flag On Isaac Paredes Rumors

The Boston Red Sox have been linked to a handful of options on the trade block. While this is the case, every reported option may not actually be on the table.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 21

What Red Sox's Ranger Suárez Contract May Mean for Pursuit of Big Bats

The details of Ranger Suárez's contract were fairly surprising, but perhaps there's a silver lining in a revelation that caused some head tilts. According to Chris Cotillo of MassLive, Suárez's five-year contract is structured in a way that pays him $25 million over the next two seasons, then $105 million over the last three.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 21

All Signs Point to Red Sox Passing on 49-HR Slugger

The Boston Red Sox still have time to add some more firepower to the organization before Spring Training gets here next month. Pitchers and catchers will report to Spring Training for Boston on Feb.

Boston Red Sox News / ESPN / January 21

Yanks-Red Sox among 3 games to air on ABC

Three regular-season weekend baseball games -- Cubs at Giants, Yankees at Red Sox and Cardinals at Cubs -- will air on ABC this season as part of ESPN's new deal.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 21

Red Sox Reveal Why Ranger Suárez Was Boston's Guy

If you're a Boston Red Sox fan, you're going to see a lot of good pitching in 2026 -- barring injuries, of course. Last season, each start from Garrett Crochet was appointment viewing.

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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 / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 21

Red Sox Open Door To Another Trade While Introducing Ranger Suárez

It sounds like the Boston Red Sox may not be done adding. On Wednesday, the Red Sox introduced Ranger Suárez as a member of the organization for the first time officially.

Tristan Gray News / Field Level Media / January 21

Twins acquire INF Tristan Gray from Red Sox

The Minnesota Twins acquired utility infielder Tristan Gray from the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday in exchange for minor league catcher Nate Baez. Gray, acquired by the Red Sox from Tampa Bay in November, batted .231 with three homers and nine RBIs in 30 games for the Rays last season.

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Alex Bregman News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 21

Red Sox Boss Makes Far-Fetched Claim About Ranger Suárez, Alex Bregman

The Boston Red Sox officially announced the signing of Ranger Suárez on Wednesday, and some interesting comments were made by all sides. Suárez was joined at the podium by agent Scott Boras, Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow, and CEO Sam Kennedy.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 21

Red Sox Insider Drops Jarren Duran, Ceddanne Rafaela Update

The Boston Red Sox hace one of the better "problems" to have in the outfield right now. Rather than a lack of talent, Boston has so much talent that it's going to be difficult to find playing time for everyone if there is not a trade of some sort.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 21

Surprising Details of Red Sox's Ranger Suárez Contract Revealed

The Boston Red Sox's five-year, $130 million contract for Ranger Suárez came as a fairly big surprise, all things considered. Five days after losing Alex

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 21

Red Sox acquire catcher in Twins trade

The Boston Red Sox are exploring all avenues of boosting their postseason chances entering the 2026 season. In their latest move, Boston bolstered their depth behind the dish.

Tristan Gray News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 21

Twins To Acquire Tristan Gray

8:13am: Catching prospect Nate Baez is headed to Boston in exchange for Gray’s services, as reported by Jeff Passan of ESPN. Baez, 24, was a 12th-round selection by Minnesota in the 2022 draft and hit .278/.371/.423 in 96 games split between the High-A and Double-A levels last year.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 21

Red Sox Praised for Avoiding Mets' Latest $126 Million Commitment

In the immediate aftermath of the Boston Red Sox losing the Alex Bregman sweepstakes, everyone's first thought for a potential pivot was Bo Bichette. It was long rumored that the Red Sox would treat Bichette as Plan 1B, as they'd met with him in December and clearly needed an impact bat in the infield.

Boston Red Sox News / Last Word On Sports / January 19

Breaking Down the Red Sox Pitching Depth Ahead of Spring Training

With the signing of Ranger Suárez, the Boston Red Sox have created what may be the best rotation in the American League, along with the best pitching depth in possibly not just the American League but the entire Major Leagues.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 19

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Yankees’ mundane offseason puts them at risk of falling behind division rivals

New York Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner has put frugality on display this offseason.

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Yankees tweak latest offer to try to end Cody Bellinger saga

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Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 18

Red Sox “Remain Active” In Efforts To Upgrade Catching Tandem

While much of the focus for the Red Sox this offseason has been on their efforts to upgrade the rotation and fill out their corner infield mix, the team has also been connected to a number of catchers in recent months.

Franklin Arias News / Blogging the Red Sox / January 17

Top Red Sox prospect aiming to ‘make it to the big leagues’ in 2026

Top Red Sox prospect Franklin Arias aiming to ‘make it to the big leagues’ in 2026

After making good on his goal of reaching Double-A as a 19-year-old last season, top Red Sox prospect Franklin Arias is once again placing lofty expectations on himself heading into the 2026 campaign.

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Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 16

Red Sox Could Trade From Rotation After Suárez Deal

The Red Sox went big with their first free agent signing of the winter, adding Ranger Suárez for five years and $130MM on Wednesday. That followed trade acquisitions of Sonny Gray and Johan Oviedo, meaning the Sox could enter the season having replaced 60% of their rotation.