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Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / April 5

The Red Sox pelvic thrust hit celebration needs to go

The Red Sox have taken some flak for their rocky start in this young season, and I’m about to pile on. It’s about the pelvic thrust hit celebration. I’ll say up front that I don’t care about being “family friendly” or anything like that.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 5

Red Sox Suddenly Lose 6'7' Prospect to Hamstring Injury

The Boston Red Sox got some bad news down in the minors about an intriguing pitching prospect. It was a tough week for the Red Sox from a pitching injury perspective.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 5

Padres, Red Sox chasing first series win of season

With both starting pitchers seeking bounce-back outings for their new teams, the Boston Red Sox and visiting San Diego Padres face off to close a three-game weekend series on Sunday afternoon.

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Roman Anthony News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 5

Roman Anthony's Defense Becoming Red Flag Amid Red Sox's Rough Start

The Boston Red Sox don't typically have bad things to say about Roman Anthony, but the defense is starting to become a talking point. On three separate occasions this season, Anthony has made a fairly weak throw to home plate in a crucial situation.

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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.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

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Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 5

Red Sox hit unfortunate low not seen this century

The Boston Red Sox reached an alarming early-season low on Saturday, falling 3-2 to the San Diego Padres to drop to 2-6, the worst record in the majors.

Alex Cora News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 5

Red Sox manager Alex Cora shares 2 injury updates ahead of Padres game

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora provided a handful of injury updates before Saturday’s matchup with the San Diego Padres, which Boston lost 3-2, centering on right-hander Johan Oviedo and first baseman Triston Casas.

Jedixson Paez News / Blogging the Red Sox / April 4

Red Sox get Rule 5 pick Jedixson Paez back from White Sox

Three days after getting 2024 Rule 5 Draft pick Angel Bastardo back from the Blue Jays, the Red Sox got 2025 Rule 5 Draft pick Jedixson Paez back from the White Sox on Saturday.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / April 4

Padres 3, Red Sox 2: This lineup, man…

For the eighth game in a row to kick off the 2026 MLB season, the Boston Red Sox failed to score more than five runs. They are the only team in baseball that has yet to do so this season.

MLB News / Inside The Diamonds / April 4

Game Recap: Red Sox Bats Cooled off in Loss

The San Diego Padres and Boston Red Sox played the middle game of their three-game series today. Connelly Early got the ball for the Red Sox, Vásquez got the ball for the Padres.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 4

3 Red Sox overreactions after ugly start to season

The Boston Red Sox have high hopes of competing with the defending American League champion Toronto Blue Jays and the archrival New York Yankees this season.

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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.

Triston Casas News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 4

Red Sox Catch Huge Break With Triston Casas Update

The Boston Red Sox shared some good news on Saturday afternoon. Boston got a scare earlier in the week as first baseman Triston Casas had a "setback" in his road back to the Red Sox.

Jedixson Paez News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 4

Red Sox Re-Acquire Jedixson Paez After Failed White Sox Experiment

The Boston Red Sox just got a bit of unlikely pitching depth back thanks to the Chicago White Sox. On Saturday morning, Hunter Noll of Beyond The Monster

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Caleb Durbin News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 4

Red Sox’s Caleb Durbin reacts to being booed at Fenway Park

The Boston Red Sox found themselves in the early-season spotlight on Friday as Caleb Durbin’s Fenway Park debut quickly became a focal point during a challenging start to the year.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 4

Feeling at home: Red Sox chase first series win in matchup vs. Padres

A little home cooking was just what the Boston Red Sox needed. After carrying a five-game skid back to Fenway Park, Boston will aim to follow its 5-2 Friday win when a three-game, home-opening series continues against the San Diego Padres on Saturday afternoon.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 3

Homers help Red Sox win Fenway opener vs. Padres

Willson Contreras and Marcelo Mayer both homered in the sixth inning, propelling the Boston Red Sox to a 5-2, home-opening win over the San Diego Padres on Friday afternoon.

Lucas Giolito News / Just Baseball / April 3

3 Perfect Fits for Free Agent Starting Pitcher Lucas Giolito

It’s rare that relatively talented free agent pitchers are still available over a week after a season has begun. Yet that’s exactly the case when it comes to currently unemployed starting pitcher Lucas Giolito.

Boston Red Sox News / Inside The Diamonds / April 3

Boston Red Sox Roster Moves 04/03/2026

The Boston Red Sox have their home opener today against the San Diego Padres. Sonny Gray will get the ball. Today they placed right-handed pitcher Johan Oviedo on the injured list with a right elbow strain.

Connelly Early News / Just Baseball / April 3

Five Early Takeaways About the 2026 Boston Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox built what they felt was a roster destined for October on the basis of run prevention. However, through one week of the Major League Baseball season, it’s a roster that’s 1-5 and tied for the worst record in the league.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 3

Red Sox Place Johan Oviedo On Injured List, Recall Tyler Uberstine For MLB Debut

The Red Sox announced a slate of roster moves Friday morning, including an ominous 15-day IL placement for right-hander Johan Oviedo, who’s been diagnosed with a right elbow strain.

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / April 2