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Boston Red Sox News / Baseball Now / November 2

Red Sox Predicted To DFA $60 Million Outfielder Less Than Two Years After Paying Him

The Boston Red Sox have a loaded outfield, and it creates a problem for Kristain Campbell. Campbell was the Red Sox's No. 2 prospect last season and started the 2025 season in the big leagues.

MLB News / Baseball Now / November 2

Red Sox Predicted To Make Blockbuster Trade For Elly De La Cruz

The Boston Red Sox were reportedly interested in star shortstops at the trade deadline, but nothing came to fruition. According to The Athletic's Jim Bowden, the Red Sox made a "strong offer" for Elly De La Cruz at the deadline, but it was turned down.

Franklin Arias News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 2

Franklin Arias Just Got More Interesting as 2027 Red Sox Option

The Boston Red Sox have one of the most fascinating prospects in Major League Baseball in Franklin Arias and are going to have to think long and hard about giving him a shot in the bigs right away in 2027.

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Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / November 2

As MLB free agency begins today, here’s a look at the 2026-2027 MLB Offseason Calendar

Hot damn, that’s today! It’s been five days since the World Series ended, so that means that, as of 5 PM, the Red Sox’ exclusive window to negotiate with free agents will close and the market will officially open up.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Garrett Whitlock News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 2

Great News for Garrett Whitlock, Boston Red Sox

With free agency approaching, the Boston Red Sox had two clear decisions to make. Sonny Gray had a $30 million mutual option and Garrett Whitlock had an $8.25 million club option to think about.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / November 2

Red Sox trio of Ceddanne Rafaela, Wilyer Abreu, Caleb Durbin take home Gold Gloves

We knew this was coming, didn’t we? The defensive brilliance of Ceddanne Rafaela, Wilyer Abreu, and Caleb Durbin was so evident all season long that last night’s announcement of the 2026 Gold Glove winners was a mere formality as far as the Red Sox were concerned.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 2

Red Sox-Elly De La Cruz Prediction Would Send Shockwaves Through AL

The hot stove is turning on across Major League Baseball and things are about to get even more interesting on Monday. The Boston Red Sox have already been busy in the trade market, including deals with the Athletics and the Detroit Tigers.

Garrett Whitlock News / Field Level Media / November 2

Red Sox exercise contract option on RHP Garrett Whitlock

The Boston Red Sox exercised the one-year, $8.25-million contract option on right-hander Garrett Whitlock, the team announced Sunday. Whitlock, 30, was 7-2 with a 1.72 ERA in 54 relief appearances as the setup man to closer Aroldis Chapman.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 1

Willson Contreras Has 1 Offseason Request for Red Sox, Craig Breslow

While the Boston Red Sox didn't make a deep run in the 2026 Major League Baseball playoffs, this is a team that arguably will be right in the mix next year.

Garrett Whitlock News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 1

Red Sox Exercise Club Option On Garrett Whitlock

The Red Sox are exercising their $8.25MM club option on righty Garrett Whitlock, per Andrew Parker of SoxProspects.com. Whitlock will now officially be back in 2027 as the main bridge to closer Aroldis Chapman.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 1

Red Sox Now Have Chance to Reunite With Fiery Boston Fan Favorite

The Boston Red Sox's starting rotation is heavy on lefties right now. With Sonny Gray heading to free agency, there's a real chance that Boston could use another righty this winter.

Sonny Gray News / Trade Talk Sports / October 31

Sonny Gray’s Decision to Leave the Red Sox Tells Us What Teams Value

Baseball teams look for a lot of things when they shop for starting pitching. A big fastball helps. Strikeouts are nice. And everybody would love to find a young starter who can give them 200 innings.

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Boston Red Sox News / Baseball Now / October 31

Willson Contreras Puts Pressure On Craig Breslow With Comment About Offense

The Boston Red Sox were eliminated in the American League Wild Card Series by the New York Yankees, and the team will need to make some moves to build a team capable of making a deep run.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 31

Red Sox Outside-the-Box Lineup Solution No One Is Talking About

The Boston Red Sox need to find an offensive identity this offseason if they want to contend with the likes of the Tampa Bay Rays, Milwaukee Brewers or the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2027.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 31

Red Sox Insider Fuels Elly De La Cruz-Boston Blockbuster Rumors

We're at a point in the Major League Baseball offseason in which rumors and buzz around the league are going to exponentially increase. The World Series is over and now the focus is on the 2027 season.

Randy Arozarena News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 31

Red Sox-Randy Arozarena Rumors Heating Up Before Free Agency

Will the Boston Red Sox go shopping at the top of the market in free agency this winter? After the 2026 season, there's no denying the fact that the Red Sox need a little bit more offense.

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / October 30

Red Sox's Sonny Gray declines mutual option, becomes free agent

The 36-year-old had a stellar 2026 campaign in his first season with the Red Sox, logging a dominant 18-5 record with a 2.72 ERA, 149 strikeouts and a 1.15 WHIP across 169 innings pitched.

Nick Martinez will not exercise mutual option with Rays, will become free agent

Bo Bichette exercises $42M player option after disappointing season

Michael Soroka declines mutual option with Diamondbacks

Joc Pederson declines mutual option with Rangers

Marlins exercise ace Sandy Alcantara's 2027 club option