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Red Sox ride big inning into rematch vs. Giants

The Boston Red Sox got the last laugh against old friend Rafael Devers and the San Francisco Giants to begin the teams' weekend series. The Red Sox will look to continue the proceedings with another victory on Saturday night.

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Red Sox Minor Lines: Franklin Arias is the shortstop of the future

The WooSox didn’t get much offense in Syracuse (Mets AAA) and, as a result, got walked off with two outs. But it shouldn’t have even gotten to that point since they were getting outhit 11-3, so there’s some people on the squad we need to tip our caps to.

Trevor Story News / Over The Monster / August 22

Injured Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story takes up the loneliest roster spot

We assume that being on the IL is only about physical recovery. The hard work of physical recovery is arduous and some days, a return to health feels entirely out of reach.

MLB News / EssentiallySports / August 22

'I’m Disappointed': Red Sox Broadcaster Makes Feelings Clear on Giants’ Star as Crowd Boos Him Upon Return

The boos said what the broadcaster did not have to. Red Sox fans were still angry over how everything fell apart last season, and when Rafael Devers walked back into Fenway Park 14 months later, this time wearing a Giants uniform and facing Boston, they made sure he heard it.

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Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / August 21

Willson Contreras' HR fuels Red Sox's big inning in win over Giants

Wilyer Abreu went 3-for-4 with an RBI triple while Willson Contreras crushed a three-run home run to highlight a five-run third inning for the Boston Red Sox in a 6-4 win over the visiting San Francisco Giants on Friday.

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MLB News / Over The Monster / August 21

Giant 5th Inning For Sox Sends Boston Past San Francisco, 6-4

Fenway booed Rafael Devers in his first at-bat. He struck out. That was probably the nicest part of the night for San Francisco. The Red Sox beat the Giants 6-4 on a cool Friday night at Fenway Park, and the game’s defining moment was the bottom of the third.

Willson Contreras News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 21

Red Sox’s Willson Contreras blasts 450-foot homer over the Green Monster

The Boston Red Sox welcomed Rafael Devers back to Fenway Park on Friday night. Devers returned with the San Francisco Giants as the two teams began a three-game series.

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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Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 21

Great News for Red Sox's Garrett Crochet, Garrett Whitlock

The Boston Red Sox have some serious firepower inching their way back to the mound. On Friday, Boston got positive updates about both superstar lefty Garrett Crochet and setup man Garrett Whitlock.

Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / August 21

Checking in on Red Sox prospect Jose Bello, last holdover from Rafael Devers trade

With Rafael Devers returning to Fenway Park this weekend, it feels like an appropriate time to check in on the lone player the Red Sox acquired from the Giants in last June’s blockbuster trade who remains in the organization.

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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.

Jarren Duran News / Viral Sports News / August 21

Boston Red Sox Announce Jarren Duran Decision on Friday

The Boston Red Sox took two of three games from the Arizona Diamondbacks at Fenway Park, providing a welcome boost after a recent stretch of uneven play.

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Roman Anthony News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 21

Roman Anthony's Imminent Return Makes Red Sox's Next Moves Clear

Roman Anthony has two games under his belt on his minor league rehab assignment and should be back with the Boston Red Sox in the very near future. Anthony kicked off his rehab assignment on Aug.

Boston Red Sox News / Viral Sports News / August 20

Boston Red Sox Cut Ties With a Whopping 10 Players

The Boston Red Sox are set to open a three-game series against the San Francisco Giants at Fenway Park on Friday night, with first pitch scheduled for 7:10 p.m.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 19

Rafael Flores Jr.'s historic day salvages latest Paul Skenes dud for Pirates

Paul Skenes had another disappointing outing for the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday afternoon, failing to get through five innings and allowing three earned runs with four walks.

Pirates hit two HRs in ninth to rally past Tigers 4-3

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Oneil Cruz proves worth to Pirates in return from injury, rough rehab assignment

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Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / August 19

Red Sox promote pitching prospect Barrett Morgan to High-A Greenville

The Red Sox have promoted pitching prospect Barrett Morgan from Low-A Salem to High-A Greenville, per the MiLB.com transactions log. Morgan is currently regarded by SoxProspects.com as Boston’s No.

Garrett Crochet News / Athlon Sports / August 19

Garrett Crochet Sets Clear Intention for Possible Return

A lot has happened for the Boston Red Sox since Garrett Crochet last stepped on the mound. The 27-year-old ace threw his last outing on April 25, going six strong innings, allowing just three hits, no runs, and punching out seven in a 17-1 rout of the Orioles in Baltimore.

Roman Anthony News / Athlon Sports / August 19

Roman Anthony Impresses in First Rehab Game

Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony played in his long-awaited first rehab game with Double-A Portland on Tuesday. The step was the 22-year-old’s biggest yet as he works his way back from a torn ligament and partially torn tendon in his right ring finger.

Adley Rutschman News / Field Level Media / August 18

Adley Rutschman hits first Red Sox homer in win over D-backs

Adley Rutschman and Mickey Gasper each hit a solo home run to help the Boston Red Sox defeat the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks 9-4 Tuesday night. Rutschman went 2-for-4 with three RBIs in the win.

Garrett Crochet News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 18

Garrett Crochet Targeting Bullpen Return, Injury To Negate 2030 Opt-Out

If Garrett Crochet comes back this season, it’ll be in short relief. Last year’s AL Cy Young runner-up tells Chris Cotillo of MassLive that it’d “a million percent” be a bullpen return if he’s able to make it back before year’s end.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 18

Red Sox’s Chad Tracy shares latest update on Roman Anthony’s injury recovery

The Boston Red Sox are moving closer to getting Roman Anthony back in action in the big leagues. The 22-year-old outfielder Anthony has not played a game in the majors since early May after suffering a finger injury.

Eduardo Rivera News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 18

Red Sox Place Eduardo Rivera On Restricted List

The Red Sox have placed left-hander Eduardo Rivera on the restricted list, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. The southpaw had to tend to a personal matter, reports Chris Cotillo of MassLive.

Boston Red Sox News / New Baseball Media / August 17

2026 MLB Draft Review: Boston Red Sox

Over the last two years, the Red Sox have dipped heavily into the farm system for several trades. Boston replenished during the 2026 MLB Draft, which brought the Red Sox a mix of high-floor players with tools, as well as some projectable hitters out of high school.

Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / August 17

Red Sox catching prospect Franklin Primera named Carolina League Player of the Week

Red Sox catching prospect Franklin Primera has been named the Carolina League Player of the Week for the week of August 10-16, Minor League Baseball announced on Monday.

Wyatt Olds News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17

Red Sox Select Wyatt Olds

The Red Sox announced they have selected the contract of right-hander Wyatt Olds. Left-hander Raymond Burgos has been optioned in a corresponding active roster move.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 15

Red Sox's Sonny Gray sets new career high with win vs. Pirates

With another win, his second of the month, Sonny Gray's career resurgence has turned into putting together a season that can be argued as the best season of his overall career.

Pirates pull a curious move with the struggling Paul Skenes

White Sox claim catcher Jake Rogers off waivers

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