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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.

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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.

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Roman Anthony News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 1

Red Sox's Roman Anthony Already Accomplished One Dream

The World Baseball Classic is right around the corner. Over the next few days, exhibitions will start to pop up followed by the actually tournament kicking off.

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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.

Caleb Durbin News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 1

Red Sox's Caleb Durbin Stealing the Show With Electric Spring

The Boston Red Sox were linked to a handful of infielders for months before landing on Caleb Durbin formerly of the Milwaukee Brewers. If you followed along with the Red Sox after the organization lost Alex Bregman to the Chicago Cubs, you likely heard a lot about guys like Nico Hoerner, Matt Shaw, Ketel Marte, Isaac Paredes and Brendan Donovan.

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

Red Sox 2nd-Rounder Hints He's About to Become Draft Steal

It's possible there are still Boston Red Sox fans out there who don't know Henry Godbout's name, but it sounds like the 22-year-old intends to change that immediately.

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

Red Sox 27-Year-Old Gearing Up for MLB Roster Spot Battle

The Boston Red Sox's bullpen certainly is thin on left-handed hurlers right now. Steven Matz left in free agency and joined the Tampa Bay Rays. Justin Wilson is a free agent after logging a 3.35 ERA in 61 appearances for Boston in 2025.

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

Red Sox 20-Year-Old is About to Become Boston's Most Important Player

The games in spring training may not count, but there are still plenty of things at stake this year for the Boston Red Sox. For some of the organization's young, budding stars, the spring is a time to lay the foundation for a future in the lineup at Fenway Park.

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

Red Sox Insider Admits Harsh Truth About $90M 'Sunken Cost'

With under one month to go until Opening Day, the Boston Red Sox look like a team on paper that can contend in the American League. While this is the case, there is still one glaring question for the roster.

Sonny Gray News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 1

Red Sox Snatched Sonny Gray Right Out From Underneath NL Contender

The Boston Red Sox's starting rotation is going to look significantly different by the time the 2026 season rolls around. Garrett Crochet and Brayan Bello will be in the starting rotation on Opening Day, but the rest of the rotation will look different.

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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.

Braiden Ward News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 1

Red Sox Trade Pickup Quickly Becoming Spring Training Disruptor

Braiden Ward. Remember the name, Boston Red Sox fans. Acquired in a November trade with the Colorado Rockies for lefty reliever Brennan Bernardino, Ward is a 27-year-old outfielder/utility player who has never made it to the major leagues.

Triston Casas News / Boston Red Sox on SI / February 28

Red Sox Hit Jackpot With Latest Triston Casas Update

Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas has had some very bad luck over the last two seasons. Casas suffered torn cartilage in his ribcage in 2024 that limited him to just 63 games played.

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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.

Jarren Duran News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 28

Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran’s bat is already in summer mode in February

The Boston Red Sox are seeing early signs of offensive momentum in spring training, and Jarren Duran has emerged at the center of it. As camp continues in Fort Myers, the outfielder’s recent power display has fueled a noticeable Grapefruit League surge.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / February 28

Alex Cora Doesn't Sugarcoat Red Sox's Chris Sale Trade Decision

Every time Chris Sale pitches against the Boston Red Sox, it's natural that the subject of the trade from two offseasons ago should come back around. Obviously, the Atlanta Braves made out like bandits in the deal that saw Sale and cash considerations come over from Boston in exchange for already-departed infielder Vaughn Grissom.

Ceddanne Rafaela News / Boston Red Sox on SI / February 28

Red Sox’s Ceddanne Rafaela Dodges What Could’ve Been Major Disaster

The Boston Red Sox had a very real scare on Friday. In the first inning of Boston's contest against the Atlanta Braves, left fielder Roman Anthony and center fielder Ceddanne Rafaela miscommunicated in the outfield and smashed into one another.

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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 28

Red Sox’s Alex Cora drops concerning 4-word admission on Brendan Rodgers’ injury

Boston Red Sox infielder Brendan Rodgers recently suffered a shoulder injury. According to Tim Healey of The Boston Globe, Rodgers underwent a CT scan and MRI on his shoulder.

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.

Marcelo Mayer News / Last Word On Sports / February 27

Red Sox Opening Day Concerns: Does Marcelo Mayer Fit In?

Many MLB clubs, early on in spring training, start to get a good look at wide open positions and see who the standouts are at their positions, and ican often lead to dilemmas on who to start.

Romy Gonzalez News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 25

Romy Gonzalez Unlikely To Be Ready For Opening Day

Red Sox utilityman Romy Gonzalez has been behind in camp due to shoulder troubles. He received a platelet-rich plasma injection a couple weeks ago in hopes of being ready for Opening Day, but the righty-swinging infielder now tells Christopher Smith of MassLive.com that he doesn’t think it’s realistic.