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Red Sox Face Tough Roman Anthony Decision Before Playoffs

The Boston Red Sox will have to make some intriguing roster decisions with key players returning from injury. Starting shortstop Trevor Story and utility infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa are close to returning, and Nick Sogard and Andruw Monasterio could be optioned, while DH/C Mickey Gasper is another player who could be optioned.

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Red Sox News & Links: Will Roman Anthony push Jarren Duran out of the Sox lineup?

This morning, Bob wrote about the coming middle infield roster crunch, which is the most difficult roster issue the Sox will have to navigate down the stretch of the season.

Trevor Story News / Viral Sports News / August 25

Boston Red Sox Announce Trevor Story News on Tuesday

The Boston Red Sox secured a 4-2 victory over the Miami Marlins on Tuesday afternoon, relying on contributions from several players who have spent time bouncing between the major league roster and Triple-A Worcester.

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.

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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 / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 25

What Roman Anthony's Return Means for Red Sox's Left Field, Jarren Duran

While the Boston Red Sox are about to get Roman Anthony back into the mix, don't expect that to mean that Jarren Duran won't have a role with the club moving forward.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Trevor Story News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 25

Red Sox Spark Plug Suddenly at Risk as Trevor Story Nears Return

It certainly sounds like a Boston Red Sox fan favorite could soon find himself down in the minors in the coming days. With shortstop Trevor Story quickly approaching a return to the majors, Boston is going to have to make a difficult decision and send someone down to Triple-A to make room for the two-time All-Star.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / August 25

Looking at the Red Sox strength of schedule down the stretch

The Yankees were off last night, so the Sox were only able to pick up a half of a game on their blood rivals, but we’ll take it. The Sox now sit just three games in the loss column behind the Yankees and will play the Marlins two more times before this weekend’s rivalry showdown, with the Yankees playing three games against the Astros.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 25

Red Sox's Next Top 100 Prospect Already Dominating in Minors

The Boston Red Sox's supposedly depleted farm system still has some bright spots, and Franklin Primera is among the brightest. We've heard all about how the Red Sox "gutted" their farm system at the trade deadline to acquire Adley Rutschman from the Baltimore Orioles.

Boston Red Sox News / Legends On Deck / August 25

The Hot-and-Cold Red Sox Are Heating Up Again at the Right Time

The Boston Red Sox have spent much of August going from hot to cold and back again. But with September quickly approaching, Boston may be heating up at exactly the right time.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 25

MLB roundup: Red Sox rally again, top Marlins for 4th straight win

Anthony Seigler hit a go-ahead RBI triple in the top of the ninth inning as the visiting Boston Red Sox rallied to defeat the Miami Marlins 4-2 on Monday night.

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.

Why Nick Sogard should continue to hit leadoff for Red Sox when Roman Anthony returns

Chad Tracy’s future with the Red Sox gets an update

On deck: AL East in focus with Yankees-Red Sox, Rays-Padres

The '1999 MLB All-Star Game rosters' quiz

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The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

The '4K-yard, 30 TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Rookie receiving leader by team' quiz

The '35-passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

Sandy Alcantara News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 24

Red Sox spoil Sandy Alcantara’s notable 2026 feat in 4-2 win

The Boston Red Sox rained on star pitcher Sandy Alcantara’s parade during their matchup against the Miami Marlins on Monday night. Boston has emerged as one of the best performing squads throughout the second half of the 2026 season following a poor start.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 24

Red Sox spoil Sandy Alcantara's strong start, beat Marlins

Anthony Seigler hit a go-ahead RBI triple in the top of the ninth inning as the Boston Red Sox rallied to defeat the Marlins 4-2 on Monday night in Miami.

Aroldis Chapman News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 24

Red Sox's Aroldis Chapman Makes History With 30th Save of Season

It was yet another impressive comeback win for the Boston Red Sox on Monday, and Aroldis Chapman closed it with an exclamation mark. After scoring three runs in the last two innings to take a 4-2 lead over the Miami Marlins, Chapman came in for his 32nd save opportunity of the year.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / August 24

Red Sox Release Several Key Injury Updates

As the Boston Red Sox embark on a three-game set in Miami against the Marlins before heading to the Bronx to face the New York Yankees, interim manager Chad Tracy offered several important injury updates.

Garrett Whitlock News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 24

Red Sox Find Silver Lining After Garrett Whitlock's Injury

It sure sounds like the Boston Red Sox are getting closer to getting a significant piece back in the bullpen. Garrett Whitlock hasn't pitched in a game for Boston since Aug.

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 Sogard should continue to hit leadoff for Red Sox when Anthony returns

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.

Red Sox heating up again entering series vs. Marlins

On deck: AL East in focus with Yankees-Red Sox, Rays-Padres

Red Sox use two-out hits to slay Giants

'The 450-career MLB home runs' quiz

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 24

Red Sox heating up again entering series vs. Marlins

The Boston Red Sox, who were in last place before altering their season with a 27-3 run, will visit the Miami Marlins on Monday night for the opener of 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.

White Sox will have a significant advantage during final stretch of the season

Pirates' Brandon Lowe leads all second basemen in key offensive metrics

Jacob Misiorowski outduels Chris Sale as Brewers edge Braves

The 'Active MLB 3+ 30-homer seasons' quiz

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.

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

Concerns over Paul Skenes grow as struggles continue in start versus Tigers

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

The 'National League Cy Young winners' quiz

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