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MLB News / Yardbarker / October 5
Craig Breslow gives honest answer about what Red Sox's wild-card loss to Yankees really means
While there is plenty to celebrate about the season that was for the Boston Red Sox, it will be the wild-card round sweep at the hands of the New York Yankees that will leave a bitter aftertaste all winter.
Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / October 5
Chad Tracy Provides Clarity on Sonny Gray Decision After Red Sox Elimination
Chad Tracy has taken responsibility for the decision to pull Sonny Gray early in the Boston Red Sox’s season-ending loss to the New York Yankees. Tracy said the move was his call after Boston fell 9-2 in Game 2 of the American League Wild Card Series.
The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to reach 100 hits in at least eight different seasons can you name in five minutes?
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
Garrett Crochet News / Baseball Now / October 5
Red Sox Provide Encouraging Garrett Crochet Injury Update After Wasted Year
Garrett Crochet went on the injured list with left shoulder inflammation in April and did not return until Game 2 of the Wild Card Series, when he gave up four earned runs without recording an out.
Roman Anthony News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 5
Roman Anthony Expected To Avoid Offseason Surgery
Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony was knocked out of the Wild Card round with a recurrence of the hand issue that cost him most of the regular season. Chief baseball officer Craig Breslow told reporters (including Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com) on Monday that the injury is not expected to require surgery.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 5
Red Sox's One Free Agent Target Who Makes Too Much Sense
The Boston Red Sox don't need to reinvent the wheel this offseason if they want to go out and contend in 2027. Boston's close and doesn't need to go out and make any crazy moves, thanks in large part to the club's additions ahead of the 2026 trade deadline.
Connelly Early News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 5
2 trades Red Sox must make this offseason after early postseason exit
The Boston Red Sox were unable to sustain a hot streak in the middle of the season that allowed them to climb from the depths of the American League to the third-best record in the American League.
Boston Red Sox News / Just Baseball / October 5
Closing thoughts on the 2026 Red Sox
For all the twists and turns of the 2026 Red Sox season, the end result was frustratingly similar to 2025. A second consecutive Wild Card showdown with the Yankees at once proved that the Red Sox were still no match for their archrivals, and, in particular, Cam Schlittler and Max Fried.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
MLB News / Over The Monster / October 5
Jackson Chourio’s heroics provide a pleasing blueprint for Roman Anthony’s rehab 
Baseball brings both horror and odd silver linings from unexpected places. In just the last handful of days, Roman Anthony’s been handed both. The first is the most obvious as the hand injury Anthony battled all year resurfaced and wrecked his first playoff appearance in merciless fashion.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 5
Red Sox's Biggest Free-Agent Mistake to Avoid This Winter
The Boston Red Sox are close to contending, despite the fact that they were bounced from the playoffs for the second straight year by the New York Yankees in the wild-card round.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 4
Red Sox's Most Embarrassing Hidden Stat After Short Playoff Run
As we continue to mourn the Boston Red Sox's extremely short playoff run this year, we have to examine the franchise's larger conundrum as it relates to winning a championship.
Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 4
Aroldis Chapman Passes Physical, 2027 Option Vests
Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman has passed his end-of-season physical, according to reporter Francys Romero. This was the last detail required to turn
Louis Andujar News / Blogging the Red Sox / October 3
How Red Sox IF prospect Louis Andujar fared in 2026 stateside debut
Besides Josue Brito and Franklin Primera, the only other Red Sox prospect to earn Florida Complex League Player of the Week honors this season was Louis Andujar.
Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / October 2
How Red Sox OF prospect Josue Brito fared in 2026 stateside debut
After repeating the Dominican Summer League and earning the organization’s Latin Program Position Player of the Year award in 2025, Red Sox outfield prospect Josue Brito made his much-anticipated stateside debut this season.
Mickey Gasper News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 2
Mickey Gasper Undergoes Biceps Surgery
Oct. 2: Gasper had a successful Distal Biceps tendon repair today, the Red Sox announced. He mentioned earlier this week that he’s looking at a four- to six-month recovery timetable (h/t Tim Healey of the Boston Globe).
Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / October 2
How Red Sox prospect Dylan Brown earned organization’s 2026 Minor League Pitcher of the Year award
After a successful first full professional season, Dylan Brown was recognized as the Red Sox’ 2026 Minor League Pitcher of the Year during pre-game festivities at Fenway Park last Friday night.
Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / October 1
Red Sox may have chased Sonny Gray out of Boston with bullpen decision
The Boston Red Sox saw their season come to a close on Wednesday night. But an early playoff exit may be the least of their concerns going into the offseason.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 1
White Sox's young talent has shifted perception of the Garrett Crochet trade
The Crochet trade initially appeared to be a solid win for the Red Sox, but that is starting to change.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 1
Chad Tracy explains controversial Sonny Gray move after Yankees sweep Red Sox
For the second straight night, Red Sox manager Chad Tracy pulled a starting pitcher earlier than some expected.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 1
Chad Tracy seems to have lost Red Sox locker room after playoff pitching decisions
It was not a good 24 hours for Boston Red Sox manager Chad Tracy.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 1
Yankees humiliated Red Sox in more ways than one in wild-card series
The New York Yankees are moving on to the ALDS thanks to their 9-2 win over the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday night, sweeping their longtime rivals.
Roman Anthony News / Yardbarker / September 30
Troubling Roman Anthony habit developing after outfielder ruled out for Red Sox WC, possible ALDS
Boston Red Sox second-year outfielder Roman Anthony is developing a troubling habit.
Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / September 30
Why Red Sox's Chad Tracy made controversial Payton Tolle move in Game 1 loss to Yankees
The Red Sox were trailing the Yankees 1-0 in the bottom of the fifth inning of Game 1 of the American League wild-card series when Red Sox manager Chad Tracy pulled starting pitcher Payton Tolle. They ended up losing 9-0.
Garrett Crochet News / Yardbarker / September 29
Red Sox's Garrett Crochet will be on wild-card roster
He has not pitched since April 25 due to left shoulder inflammation as well as a low-grade lat strain.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28
Payton Tolle's Game 1 start places his name next to Babe Ruth in playoff history
Just by taking the mound, Payton Tolle will make history when the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees renew their rivalry in Game 1of their American League Wild Card matchup.
Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / September 28
Red Sox announce pitching rotation for wild-card series
The Red Sox have set their pitching rotation for their playoff series against the Yankees.
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