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Red Sox's Disappointing 18-25 Start Can Be Summed Up in One Stat

It's hardly a secret that the Boston Red Sox's season has gone poorly to this point. And most who have watched this team know full well that the offense has been the biggest problem.

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Red Sox Minor Lines: Nick Sogard is heating up

Worcester took the lead early in this one against the Bisons (TOR — and here’s your annual reminder that the plural of bison is “bison”) thanks to a solo shot by first baseman Nick Sogard.

Jordan Hicks News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 15

Red Sox–White Sox Jordan Hicks Trade Looks Like Another Disaster

The Boston Red Sox have simply been unlucky so far this season. Boston currently is in last place in the American League East with an 18-25 record. The Red Sox have one of the worst offenses in baseball without an end in sight.

Alex Cora News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 15

Alex Cora Maintains Relationship With At Least One Key Red Sox Figure

Former Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora (still feels weird to type that) won't be irrelevant to the organization any time soon. Cora turned down an opportunity to manage the Philadelphia Phillies after his surprise ouster late last month, choosing instead to spend time with his family in Puerto Rico.

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The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / May 15

Do you want to go to Fenway Park to watch the Red Sox this summer?

If you’re visiting Over the Monster this morning, it’s because you care about the Boston Red Sox. Every day, most of us read, write, and talk about a baseball team that is, at the very least, background noise for our summers.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Tanner Houck News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 15

Latest on Tanner Houck's Timeline to Return to Red Sox

Tanner Houck wasn't one of the top arms the Boston Red Sox were counting on this season by any means, but there's no reason to turn down a potential impact piece.

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

Red Sox’s Broken Offense Already Sparking Early Trade Talks

Something needs to shift for the Boston Red Sox. The same conversation has been had all season. Boston has great pitching and a lot of potential, but the offense needs to step up if the club is going to turn its season around.

Sonny Gray News / Over The Monster / May 15

Sonny Gray looks great for the Red Sox, but keep the caution on standby

The Red Sox are starting to pitch like the rotation they were built to be over the offseason. That’s even with Garrett Crochet still on the shelf as he strengthens his way back from left shoulder inflammation.

Boston Red Sox News / Inside The Diamonds / May 15

Boston Red Sox News & Notes 05/15/2026

The Boston Red Sox dropped to 18-25 last night. They’re 10.5 games back of the Rays for first place in the American League East. They’re three games back of the Seattle Mariners for the final spot in the American League wild card standings.

Ranger Suarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15

Red Sox’s Ranger Suarez gets brutally honest after facing Phillies

Boston Red Sox left-hander Ranger Suarez gave his former team fits Thursday night, but the Philadelphia Phillies pulled away late for a 3-1 win at Fenway Park.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 15

Kyle Schwarber extends hot streak with MLB-leading HR in Phillies' win

Schwarber's recent power surge has helped turn Philadelphia's season around.

The Phillies have made a dramatic shift under Don Mattingly

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 14

Boston Red Sox vs. Philadelphia Phillies Game Delayed on Thursday

It was always known that Mother Nature could play a role between the Boston Red Sox and Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday. That certainly is the case. The club announced on Thursday night that the contest between Boston and Philadelphia has been delayed due to bad weather in the area.

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The 'Most 40-point games in a season' quiz

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The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz

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

Red Sox vs. Phillies Weather Update: Boston Trying to Play

The Boston Red Sox and Philadelphia Phillies are scheduled to face off on Thursday night with first pitch scheduled for 6:45 p.m. ET. While the weather in the area isn't great, to say the least.

Roman Anthony News / Athlon Sports / May 14

Roman Anthony's Wrist Is the Most Important Injury in Fantasy Baseball Right Now

Fantasy managers hoping to get Roman Anthony back out on the field may not get their wish just yet. And his unclear status has everyone wondering what to do next.

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

Red Sox Trades: Ranking Boston's Most Valuable Trade Chips

The Boston Red Sox aren't exactly where they wanted to be at this point, to say the least. Boston 42 games under its belt so far this season and an 18-24 record to show for it.

Mike Trout News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 14

Rating Red Sox-Mike Trout Trade Likelihood With Rumors Flying

Mike Trout coming to the Boston Red Sox is a foreign idea to most Major League Baseball fans, but in some corners of the fan base, that idea has percolated in recent days.

Boston Red Sox News / Inside The Diamonds / May 14

Boston Red Sox News & Notes 05/14/2026

The Boston Red Sox improved to 18-24 last night. They’re ten games back of the Rays for first place in the American League East. They’re 2.5 games back of the Seattle Mariners for the final spot in the American League wild card standings.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 14

Despite win, Red Sox strive to overcome home hitting woes in clash vs. Phillies

The Boston Red Sox will look for more from their offense Thursday night when they wrap up a three-game series against the visiting Philadelphia Phillies.

Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / May 13

Ceddanne Rafaela's pinch-hit homer powers Red Sox past Phillies

Ceddanne Rafaela hit a two-run homer and Trevor Story also went deep, propelling the Boston Red Sox to a 3-1 victory over the visiting Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday night.

Boston Red Sox News / Viral Sports News / May 13

Former Boston Red Sox Pitcher Has Reportedly Died

Baseball carried Rick Kreuger on an extraordinary journey that spanned continents and iconic ballparks. From his early days wearing the uniform of the Boston Red Sox during one of their most celebrated eras to sharing a dugout with the legendary Sadaharu Oh, his path reflected the dreams of many aspiring players.

Boston Red Sox News / Total Pro Sports / May 13

MLB Rumors: Analyst Sees Red Sox Parting Ways With Injured Pitcher

The Red Sox thought they were building around one of baseball’s most dominant arms. Now, they might be staring at an uncomfortable reality at the trade deadline instead.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 12

Phillies and Red Sox experiencing different results after early managerial changes

The American League East and National League East both have several disappointing teams this season, but chief among them seem to be the Boston Red Sox and the Philadelphia Phillies. As a result, each made early managerial changes, but only one team has gotten favorable results so far.

The Phillies have made a dramatic shift under Don Mattingly

Concern levels for MLB's slumping stars

Watch: Giants break out a bizarre three-man celebration vs. Dodgers

Can Alek Thomas become the Dodgers' latest reclamation project?

Luke Heyman News / Blogging the Red Sox / May 11

Red Sox catching prospect Luke Heyman off to strong start with Low-A Salem

Six weeks into his first full professional season, it appears as though Red Sox catching prospect Luke Heyman may be ready for a new challenge. Heyman, whom the Red Sox acquired from the Mariners for reliever Alex Hoppe in November, has been on an offensive tear as of late for Low-A Salem.

Brooks Brannon News / Blogging the Red Sox / May 11

Red Sox’ Brooks Brannon named Eastern League Player of the Week

Red Sox power-hitting prospect Brooks Brannon has been named the Eastern League Player of the Week for the week of May 4-10, Minor League Baseball announced on Monday.

Jarren Duran News / Yardbarker / May 11

Jarren Duran deletes Instagram amid dispute with reporter

It's been a long season for the Boston Red Sox, and it's only the middle of May. That includes a very slow start for former All-Star Game MVP Jarren Duran.

Payton Tolle’s emotional reaction to SO while Red Sox were losing has been explained

Red Sox’ All-Star Emerges as Leading Trade Candidate

Red Sox Have Trevor Story Problem Growing Bigger By the Day

The '2018 Boston Red Sox World Series roster' quiz