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MLB's Newest Hall of Famer Takes Dig at Red Sox's Ceddanne Rafaela Treatment

Two years into his Boston Red Sox career, center fielder Ceddanne Rafaela is still something of an enigma. After winning his first Gold Glove Award and putting up almost five bWAR last year, Rafaela is clearly a valuable commodity already.

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Connelly Early's Spring Surge Signals Big Things for Red Sox

It's hard not to be excited about the young starters at the top of the Boston Red Sox's farm system. MLB.com updated its ranking of the top prospects in the Red Sox organization and it's loaded with hurlers.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 3

Red Sox-Astros Trade Buzz Reignited Ahead of Opening Day

Houston Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes looked like he might be the Boston Red Sox's eventual solution for much of the offseason, but that talk mostly died down in February.

Trevor Story News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 3

Red Sox’s Trevor Story gets brutally honest on 2025 season

After making two All-Star teams and spending the first six years of his MLB career with the Colorado Rockies, Trevor Story joined the Boston Red Sox in 2022.

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The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

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The 'MLB All-Star Game starting pitchers' quiz

Willson Contreras News / Over The Monster / March 3

Can Willson Contreras bring first base stability to the Red Sox?

Boston acquired Willson “Don’t Forget The Second L” Contreras in late December from the St. Louis Cardinals, in exchange for SP Hunter Dobbins and pitching prospects Yhoiker Fajardo and Blake Aita.

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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.

Payton Tolle News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 3

Red Sox’s Payton Tolle Caught in Trade Frenzy But Doesn't Want Out

If you're a Boston Red Sox fan, it's hard not to like young flamethrower Payton Tolle. The 6'6'' lefty made his big league debut in 2025 as the Red Sox were struggling to keep guys healthy with his blistering fastball and even more electric mustache.

Braiden Ward News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 3

Red Sox Speedster Can Arrive in Boston Sooner Than Expected With Big Week

It's a surprisingly important week for some of the players left in Boston Red Sox camp. With so much of the roster off to participate in the World Baseball Classic, there will be players left behind who get to play bigger roles than anyone usually does in a spring game.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 2

Red Sox Have Incentive to Leave Fan Favorites Off MLB Roster: Insider

There are layers of debate to any important roster decision, and the Boston Red Sox have some big choices to make by the end of this month. In particular, the No.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 2

Red Sox 6'6'' Slugger Turns Heads With Blistering 117MPH Hit

One of the best parts about Spring Training is the fact that some of the top prospects in the game get to show what they can do. For the Boston Red Sox, one intriguing guy to follow in Spring Training so far has been young slugger Justin Gonzales.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 2

Red Sox Newcomer Takes Big Step Forward in Quest to Win Rotation Spot

There's only so much one can accomplish in a single spring training start, but Monday was a big one for the Boston Red Sox's Johan Oviedo. Widely considered the favorite to win the No.

Masataka Yoshida News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 2

Red Sox Fans Get Eyebrow-Raising Masataka Yoshida Update

The Boston Red Sox should be rooting for a massive performance in the World Baseball Classic by one of its representatives. Masataka Yoshida doesn't have a clear path to playing time for the organization right now, to say the least.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 2

Why Red Sox’s Kristian Campbell has a ‘great’ opportunity amid WBC

The World Baseball Classic is set to begin on March 5, but all participants are with their respective teams preparing for the tournament. The Boston Red Sox have a ton of players set to play.

Video Games News / Athlon Sports / March 2

MLB The Show 26 ‘New Legends’ List Sparks Debate — Who’s Missing?

It’s March. And that means baseball is almost back. MLB The Show 26 is just weeks away, with early access beginning March 13 and the full release on March 17.

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Romy Gonzalez News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 2

Red Sox Frontrunner Emerges in Roster Battle to Replace Romy Gonzalez

Ever since Romy Gonzalez arrived to camp with a shoulder injury, the race has been on for the Boston Red Sox. Gonzalez played a hugely important role against

Triston Casas News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 2

Triston Casas Defense Clip Captures Red Sox Nation's Attention

The Boston Red Sox are loaded all over the place to the point where some don't have clear pathways to big league at-bats. Masataka Yoshida has been the poster boy for this idea with four elite outfielders ahead of him in Jarren Duran, Roman Anthony, Ceddanne Rafaela and Wilyer Abreu.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 2

Red Sox 6'6'' Flamethrower Winning Race to Boston Roster Spot

The Boston Red Sox are going to win a lot of games in 2026 on the back of their elite starting rotation. In 2025, the Red Sox were bitten by the injury bug left and right.

Patrick Sandoval News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 2

Red Sox's Patrick Sandoval Gets Head-Scratching Roster Prediction

The Boston Red Sox have numerous players facing uncertain futures, but left-handed pitcher Patrick Sandoval's situation might be the most confusing. Sandoval, who signed a two-year, $18.25 million deal with the Red Sox in December 2024, has yet to throw a single pitch in a Boston uniform.

Kristian Campbell News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 2

Red Sox's Kristian Campbell Has Golden Opportunity to Win Back MLB Job

With the World Baseball Classic about to kick off, it should give some members of the Boston Red Sox more looks in camp as they try to break through and make the big league club.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 2

Controversial Ex-Red Sox OF Signs With Padres After Series of Setbacks

For as long as he remains on the professional baseball scene, Alex Verdugo will maintain a connection to the Boston Red Sox. Verdugo was one of the headliners of the trade that sent Mookie Betts to the Los Angeles Dodgers, and in four years in a Red Sox uniform, he went through countless ups and downs.

Franklin Arias News / Over The Monster / March 2

Red Sox prospect Franklin Arias is set for huge chance to prove himself this spring

The calendar has officially turned to March, which means we get some honest to goodness, legit baseball to talk about. The World Baseball Classic begins this week, and in just a few weeks time the Boston Red Sox will begin their 2026 season in earnest against the Cincinnati Reds.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / March 2

Who Will be the Red Sox’s best performer in the World Baseball Classic?

Hello and happy Monday, folks. Happy March, too. The World Baseball Classic starts this week! That’s awesome! A total of 14 players within the organization—the baker’s dozen I highlighted a few weeks ago on OTM plus Roman Anthony—will be competing in the international tournament.

Alex Cora News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 1

Alex Cora Isn't Holding Back on Red Sox's Critics Ahead of Pressure-Packed Year

The Boston Red Sox's offense has become the biggest point of concern for most critics ahead of the 2026 season. Because the Red Sox didn't sign a prototypical power bat this winter, and because All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman followed his predecessor Rafael Devers out the door, the Red Sox's offense has been under fire.

Roman Anthony News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 28

Red Sox’s Roman Anthony gives behind-the-scenes look at World Baseball Classic decision

Roman Anthony wasn’t expecting to be part of the 2026 World Baseball Classic. He knew Team USA’s roster was set, and he was focused on preparing for spring training with the Boston Red Sox.

Boston Red Sox News / Just Baseball / February 28

Eight Boston Red Sox Spring Training Storylines To Watch

Following what was a tumultuous and active offseason, the first few weeks of Boston Red Sox spring training have been fairly uneventful. Save for some

Boston Red Sox News / Just Baseball / February 28

Who Will Be the Fifth Starter for the Red Sox?

An offseason spent overhauling the starting pitching corps has resulted in an MLB rotation that appears nearly set in stone. Garrett Crochet was already colorfully declared the Opening Day starter, while veteran additions Sonny Gray and Ranger Suárez will likely get the ball in the second and third contests in Cincinnati.