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Red Sox's Ryan Watson Admits Pressure Is Still on After Successful Debut

The life of a Rule 5 draftee in Major League Baseball is fascinating, except perhaps if you're living it, like Ryan Watson is. After the Boston Red Sox picked him up via trade in December's Rule 5 Draft, Watson made the roster despite an up-and-down spring training.

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Game 4: Red Sox at Astros

The Red Sox are still on the road, having decamped south to Houston to face the dastardly Astros after losing 2 of 3 to the Reds. Which is fine. It’s March.

Roman Anthony News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 30

Red Sox’s Roman Anthony Facing Enormous 2026 Expectations

The Boston Red Sox have a superstar on their hands and the expectations for him are through the roof. That is, of course, in reference to young outfielder Roman Anthony.

Payton Tolle News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 30

Red Sox Coach Finds Silver Lining in Payton Tolle's Rough Triple-A Start

After putting together a strong spring and making it difficult for the Boston Red Sox to send him to the minors, Payton Tolle was definitely hoping for a stronger start to the season in Triple-A.

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The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz

The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz

The 'Last 100-RBI season by MLB team' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 30

Garrett Crochet's Comments Prove Red Sox Hit Jackpot With Connelly Early

Garrett Crochet was predictably the Boston Red Sox's most valuable pitcher from their opening series, but it also shouldn't be shocking that Connelly Early was right behind him.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

Five X factors in the AL Central

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 30

Red Sox Truths and Lies: What's Real and What's Fake 3 Games Into Season

There are a lot more games to play, but we can still react (and hopefully not overreact) to the first three we saw from the Boston Red Sox this weekend.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 30

Red Sox’s Alex Cora on Red-Hot Wilyer Abreu: 'This is Sustainable'

The biggest talking point around the Boston Red Sox's offense heading into the 2026 season was that it potentially lacked power. Boston has played three games so far this season and has three homers as a team to show for it.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 30

Three Red Sox Players Already Under Fire After Series Loss to Reds

Getting upset about the results of baseball games when the calendar still says March doesn't usually bode well for one's psyche over the next six months.

Mikey Romero News / Over The Monster / March 30

Red Sox Minor Lines: Mikey Romero might rake

It’s a long season, and it would appear from the very small sample size of games (three!) that Chad Tracy and Dan DeLucia are making a concerted effort to limit the workload of the starters — at least with respect to this opening series with the Syracuse Mets.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 30

Everything You Need to Know From Red Sox's Opening Series vs. Reds

The Boston Red Sox have three games under their belt to kick off the 2026 Major League Baseball season. Unfortunately, the Red Sox dropped two of the three games against the Cincinnati Reds, but there were positive takeaways from the first series of the season.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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 / Over The Monster / March 30

After one Red Sox series, how do you feel about the ABS System?

Hello and happy Monday, folks. Wait, I’m being told my editor is challenging what day of the week it is. Checking the system…. …..Monday. It’s a Monday, call is confirmed.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 29

Connelly Early Joins Babe Ruth in Red Sox History vs. Reds

The Boston Red Sox's three-game series against the Cincinnati Reds ended in disappointment on Sunday with a 3-2 defeat. Boston kicked off the 2026 season on a high note on Thursday with an Opening Day win over the Reds, but struck out in Games 2 and 3.

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The 'Rushing-TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most Elite Eight appearances' quiz

The 'Nine three-pointer NBA games' quiz

The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / March 29

Alex Cora Shares Reason for Roman Anthony Move Before Red Sox-Reds Game

The Boston Red Sox have one of the most talented groups of outfielders in all of baseball heading into 2026. With a surplus of outfielders all deserving

MLB News / Inside The Diamonds / March 29

MLB Game Recap: Suarez Homer Gives Reds Series Win Over Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox and Cincinnati Reds wrapped up their three-game series today at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, OH. Connelly Early got the ball for the Red Sox, while Rhett Lowder got the ball for the Reds.

Boston Red Sox News / The Spun / March 29

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Responds To Fenway Park Criticism

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has come to the defense of the legendary Fenway Park. Fenway Park, home to the Boston Red Sox, opened in 1912. It's been home to the AL East franchise ever since.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 29

Red Sox Have Plenty to Consider After Kutter Crawford, Patrick Sandoval Update

We knew the Boston Red Sox could have an absurdly deep pitching staff before long, but Sunday showed us that the day may be drawing near for some decisions to start getting made.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 29

Alex Cora Discusses Red Sox’ Outfield Plans

The Red Sox have one of the most crowded outfield mixes in all of baseball. Jarren Duran is an All-Star who has averaged more than 5.0 WAR per season over the last two years.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 30

ABS challenge system exposed brutal day for umpire CB Bucknor

Fans might love it. Players might eventually learn to love it (if they do not already). But umpires are going to hate Major League Baseball's new ABS challenge system for balls and strikes. At least as long as it makes them look bad.

Luis Robert Jr. shows he's Mets' biggest X factor with his first big hit

Dylan Cease sets franchise record in first Blue Jays start

From bad to worse: Ranking MLB's most failed franchises since 2000

The 'Active 40-homer MLB seasons' quiz

Marcelo Mayer News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 28

Red Sox’s Marcelo Mayer embracing opportunity, and his mindset says it all

While it is difficult to crack the crowded Boston Red Sox outfield, the team’s infield has been considered a land of opportunity over the last couple of years.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 28

Red Sox Re-Sign Brendan Rodgers To Two-Year Minor League Pact

The Red Sox have re-signed infielder Brendan Rodgers to a two-year minor league deal, according to Chris Hatfield of SoxProspects.com. The deal allows him to rehab from shoulder surgery and hopefully return in 2027.

Roman Anthony News / Athlon Sports / March 27

Former Red Sox Champion Makes Roman Anthony Prediction for 2026 MLB Season

The Boston Red Sox potentially have their next young superstar heading into his second MLB season. Roman Anthony figures to be a key contributor in 2026 for Boston who will try to get back into the playoffs after a Wild Card defeat to the New York Yankees.

Boston Red Sox News / Just Baseball / March 27

26 Predictions for the 2026 Boston Red Sox

After a tumultuous and unexpected offseason, Boston Red Sox baseball officially returned on Thursday, with ace Garrett Crochet leading the way to victory against the Cincinnati Reds.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 26