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Professional sports owners always have fascinating relationships with their fan bases, and Boston Red Sox principal owner John Henry is no different. Henry, who bought the team in 2002, has overseen an unprecedented run of success.

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Red Sox News & Links: Connelly Early makes the team

Yesterday morning, we wondered whether Connelly Early or Johan Oviedo would nab the final spot in the Red Sox rotation. Come nightfall we learned that it would be… both of them?

Marcelo Mayer News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 24

Red Sox Hint at Platoon Plan for Marcelo Mayer in 2026

One of the biggest bright spots for the Boston Red Sox heading into the 2026 Major League Baseball season arguably is young infielder Marcelo Mayer. It was a story all throughout camp whether he would actually end up making the big league team to begin the 2026 season.

Danny Coulombe News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 24

Red Sox Still Need One Big Update Before Finishing Opening Day Roster

The Boston Red Sox finished Monday with just 13 pitchers on the active major league roster, which will be the same number they bring to Cincinnati for opening day.

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Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / March 23

Red Sox’ Anthony Eyanson named to All-Spring Breakout Second Team after dazzling performance

It may have just been one inning of relief. Still, Red Sox pitching prospect Anthony Eyanson was unquestionably one of the standout performers in Friday night’s Spring Breakout showcase against the Orioles.

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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.

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Connelly Early News / Last Word On Sports / March 23

Connelly Early Makes Red Sox Opening Day Roster: Potential Outcomes

According to Chris Cotillo of MassLive, Boston Red Sox pitcher Connelly Early has made his way onto the Opening Day roster. Early made his debut in September of last season, going 1-2 with an ERA of 2.33.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / March 23

Red Sox Facing Decision After Roster Move

The Boston Red Sox made a fairly surprising move on Monday. According to Chris Cotillo, both Connelly Early and Johan Oviedo made the Opening Day roster.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23

Red Sox Option Payton Tolle; Connelly Early To Break Camp

The Red Sox will carry one of their two top left-handed pitching prospects on the Opening Day roster. Boston optioned Payton Tolle to minor league camp this evening, alongside righties Tyler Uberstine and Zack Kelly.

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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.

Boston Red Sox News / Inside The Diamonds / March 23

Boston Red Sox Roster Transactions 03/23/2026

The Boston Red Sox continue to round out their roster for Opening Day. Earlier today, I wrote about the position players they would be taking to Cincinnati.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 23

Red Sox Release Pair of Outfielders Just Before 2026 Season

The last week of spring training means everything to players at the fringes of the Boston Red Sox's major league roster, but Monday showed that the minor-leaguers have plenty to fight for as well.

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Tyler Samaniego News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 23

Red Sox Send Spring Training Standout to Minors

The Boston Red Sox took another step towards finalizing their Opening Day roster on Monday by sending down a guy who caught manager Alex Cora's attention early on in camp.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 23

Red Sox Get Great Sign From 3-Time All-Star Just Before Opening Day

Because of how long ago he was acquired, it might be lost upon some Boston Red Sox fans how important an addition Sonny Gray was this offseason. Coming into the winter, it felt essential for the Red Sox to add a starting pitcher who could unquestionably take the ball in a playoff game.

Boston Red Sox News / Total Pro Sports / March 23

'Play Better' – Alex Cora Holds Nothing Back On Kristian Campbell’s Struggles

Spring hype doesn’t guarantee spring survival, and who’d know that better than Kristian Campbell? Having flashed legit upside in 2025, the young bat came into camp with expectations.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 23

Red Sox Former First-Round Pick Misses Opening Day Roster

The Boston Red Sox's Spring Training roster battles are starting to be sorted out with just three days to go until Opening Day. Over the course of Spring Training, one battle to watch has been for the backup catcher spot on the Opening Day roster.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23

Red Sox Make Several Roster Decisions

The Red Sox’ Opening Day roster is coming into focus. Boston announced this morning that catcher/infielder Mickey Gasper and infielder/outfielder Nate Eaton were optioned to minor league camp.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 23

Red Sox make roster moves just days before Opening Day

The Boston Red Sox are currently counting down the days until the 2026 MLB regular season gets underway later this week. The Red Sox are winding down their spring training slate in the meantime, as several teams around the MLB make their final roster decisions ahead of Opening Day.

Ryan Watson News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 23

Red Sox Take Calculated Risk As 28-Year-Old Makes Opening Day Roster

Boston Red Sox right-handed pitcher Ryan Watson was in a tough competition to win a spot on the opening day roster all spring, but he had an advantage.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / March 23

5 Greatest Boston Red Sox Shortstops of All Time

The Boston Red Sox are one of the most historic franchises in baseball history, beginning with Fenway Park, the oldest stadium in the majors, and filled with stories about Ted Williams, the Curse of the Bambino, Pedro Martinez, Carlton Fisk, and so much more.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 23

Red Sox Speedster Catches Tough Break With Minor-League Demotion

On a list of Boston Red Sox players whose stock has climbed in the past year, Nate Eaton would rank surprisingly high. After coming to the Red Sox as a non-roster invitee, Eaton got his first taste of major league playing time last summer because the Red Sox traded Rafael Devers without getting a 40-man roster position player back.

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

Red Sox release another notable international signing after two seasons

The Red Sox parted ways with another notable international signing on Friday by releasing 19-year-old outfielder Edwin Brito. As noted by SoxProspects.

Marcelo Mayer News / Field Level Media / March 21

Marcelo Mayer named Red Sox's Opening Day 2B

Following an uneven rookie campaign that included a season-ending wrist injury, Marcelo Mayer will be on his first Opening Day roster after the Boston Red Sox named him their starting second baseman on Saturday.

Marcelo Mayer News / Yardbarker / March 21

Red Sox finally answer Marcelo Mayer question ahead of Opening Day

With the start of the 2026 season less than a week away, the Boston Red Sox have finally made one of their biggest roster decisions.

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Pirates make expected move with Konnor Griffin

Mets demote their former ace pitcher to the bullpen

Mets manager introduces new dugout-assisted pitching strategy

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Randy Arozarena attempts to end controversy regarding Cal Raleigh

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 21

Red Sox To Use Marcelo Mayer As Starting Second Baseman, Kristian Campbell Optioned To Triple-A

In an unsurprising move, Red Sox manager Alex Cora told reporters (including Peter Abraham of the Boston Globe) that Marcelo Mayer make the Opening Day

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

Red Sox release former top international signing after four seasons

The Red Sox released six minor leaguers on Thursday, including one of their former top international signings. As noted by SoxProspects.com’s Andrew Parker, Boston cut ties with 21-year-old infielder Fraymi De Leon, who received the largest bonus ($1.2 million) of the club’s 2022 international signing class.

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / March 19