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Boston Red Sox News / The Spun / August 29
Former Boston Red Sox Catcher Rich Rowland Has Died At 62
The MLB community learned this week that former catcher Rich Rowland has died at the age of 62. Rowland made his MLB debut in September 1990 with the Detroit Tigers.
MLB News / Over The Monster / August 28
Red Sox Strand 10, Fall 1-0 to Yankees in Brutal Series Opener 
The Yankees starter walked five Red Sox batters on Friday night. The Red Sox scored zero runs. That’s the whole story, and it’s an ugly one. Cam Schlittler was not sharp.
Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / August 28
Injured Red Sox Pitchers Make Important Steps Toward Return
An important piece of the 2024 Boston Red Sox could be back in the mix soon. All-Star right-hander Tanner Houck, who underwent Tommy John surgery in August of 2025, is set for a crucial step toward a return this season.
The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz
A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?
Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / August 28
Red Sox Manager Reveals When Roman Anthony and Trevor Story Can Return
The Boston Red Sox are a roller coaster ride this season, jumping out to 13 games over the .500 mark with less than five weeks left to go. They are 7-3 in their last 10 games and sit two games back of the New York Yankees for the number one American League Wild Card spot.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Adley Rutschman News / Athlon Sports / August 28
Red Sox Get Adley Rutschman Update Ahead of Yankees Series
The Boston Red Sox are headed for one of their biggest tests of the season with a four-game set against the New York Yankees this weekend. When the two AL East rivals squared off at the end of June, a nearly resigned Red Sox unit used a series sweep to kickstart a historic streak that catapulted them back into postseason contention.
MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 28
Where Red Sox, Yankees Stand Now Before Pivotal AL East Clash
The Boston Red Sox had a much-needed day off on Thursday. Now, we're just hours away from the most important series of the season kicking off. On Friday night, Boston will kick off a four-game series against the New York Yankees over at Yankee Stadium with first pitch scheduled for 7:15 p.m.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Roman Anthony News / Viral Sports News / August 28
Red Sox Get Huge Injury Update Before Facing Yankees
Boston Red Sox fans hoping to see outfielder Roman Anthony back in the lineup for this weekend’s series against the New York Yankees received a deflating update on Friday.
MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 28
Red Sox-Yankees Starting Pitchers Announced for AL East Showdown
There's a real chance that by the end of the weekend, the Boston Red Sox could have the No. 1 American League Wild Card spot, if they play their cards right.
Willson Contreras News / Just Baseball / August 28
Is Willson Contreras the Best First Baseman in the AL?
It’s hard to overstate how important Willson Contreras has been to the Boston Red Sox. Through all the ups and downs Boston has had, Contreras has been one of the few consistent spots on the team, all while having a career year.
Tomas Nido News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 28
Red Sox agree to contract with ex-Mets catcher
The Boston Red Sox and veteran catcher Tomas Nido are reportedly in agreement on a contract. It is a minor league deal for Nido. Nick John of Talk Sox first reported the news.
Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 28
Red Sox, Tomás Nido Agree To Minor League Deal
The Red Sox have agreed to a minor league contract with veteran catcher Tomás Nido. Nick John of Talk Sox was the first to report the deal. Nido will give Boston some catching depth at a time when deadline acquisition Adley Rutschman has been banged up.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 28
Red Sox Quietly Strike; Sign Veteran Catcher Tomás Nido
The Boston Red Sox quietly brought a nine-year veteran backstop into the organization on Thursday to improve the club's depth. Nick John of Talk Sox initially reported that Boston signed veteran catcher Tomás Nido to a minor league deal.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 26
Giants' Rafael Devers joins Barry Bonds on multiple franchise all-time lists
Though the San Francisco Giants failed to win on Wednesday and, in fact, blew a six-run lead in the ninth inning to the Cincinnati Reds, Rafael Devers still made history.
Sonny Gray News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 26
Sonny Gray’s strong season draws ‘savant’ admission
The Boston Red Sox took a chance on Sonny Gray last offseason, acquiring the veteran in a trade with the St. Louis Cardinals. Boston believed there was still some juice in his arm.
Adley Rutschman News / EasySportz / August 26
Rutschman Sits Red Sox Out Due to Elbow Soreness
Adley Rutschman won’t be behind the plate for the Red Sox on Tuesday. The team’s premier catcher sits out the Miami clash after a swing left his right elbow irritated.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 27
New potential timeline for Aaron Judge return to Yankees revealed
What do the latest developments mean for the Aaron Judge's eventual return to the New York Yankees' lineup?
Jarren Duran News / Yardbarker / August 26
Jarren Duran generating optimism with hot streak
The Boston Red Sox have gained solid offensive contributions in August from left-fielder Jarren Duran, generating optimism about what he can be for the club down the stretch and into the postseason.
Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / August 26
Sonny Gray, Red Sox vie to keep rolling in finale vs. Marlins
Right-hander Sonny Gray is close to becoming the first Boston Red Sox pitcher since Rick Porcello in 2016 to win 20 games in a season. Gray (16-3, 2.79 ERA), who is set to start against the host Miami Marlins in the series finale on Wednesday, is not afraid to talk about his quest to reach the 20-win milestone.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 26
Red Sox inch closer in AL wild-card race after Jarren Duran's game-winning grand slam; Yankees should be sweating
The New York Yankees should be biting their fingernails after every Boston Red Sox win.
Boston Red Sox News / EssentiallySports / August 25
MLB Commissioner Accused of Ruining Baseball as Red Sox Veteran Takes Dig
Jeff Frye wasn’t looking back at the Red Sox’s 4-2 win over the Marlins. He was looking at what baseball has become, taking aim at Rob Manfred’s influence on the game.
Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / August 25
Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman joins elite company with milestone save
By successfully closing the door on a victory for Boston on Monday night, Aroldis Chapman accomplished more than just delivering another win for the Red Sox.
Chad Tracy News / Larry Brown Sports / August 24
Chad Tracy’s future with the Red Sox gets an update
The Boston Red Sox made the surprising decision to fire manager Alex Cora at the end of April after a brutal 10-17 start. Chad Tracy was named the interim manager, and he had been the manager for Worcester, the Red Sox’s top affiliate, since 2022.
Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / August 24
Why Nick Sogard should continue to hit leadoff for Red Sox when Roman Anthony returns
Sogard has excelled as a leadoff hitter for the Boston Red Sox.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 21
Rafael Devers hears boos, homers in return to Fenway Park
San Francisco Giants designated hitter Rafael Devers made his first return to Fenway Park as a visiting player on Friday night, and it produced some mixed results for him.
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