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Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / August 22

The magic hasn’t run out yet, Red Sox beat Giants 3-2 in late-inning thriller

It’s the magical summer of 2026. Fenway Park was full and frenzied on a slightly cool August evening. And the Red Sox were wearing the City Connect yellows, which (to me, anyway) still glow with a corona of magic from that wonderful 2021 season.

Marcelo Mayer News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 22

Red Sox's Marcelo Mayer Stunner Looks Even Better Now

Before the 2026 Major League Baseball trade deadline, the Boston Red Sox surprised many by going out and trading former top prospect Marcelo Mayer to the San Francisco Giants in exchange for lefty reliever Erik Miller.

Chad Tracy News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 22

Chad Tracy gets brutally honest on Red Sox coaching future

The Boston Red Sox fired manager Alex Cora early in the 2026 season following the team’s immense struggles. Chad Tracy took over as interim manager, but is there a chance of Tracy becoming the Red Sox’s next manager?

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Sonny Gray News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 22

Sonny Gray Just Made Modern Red Sox History With Giants Win

When the story of the 2026 Major League Baseball season is written, much will be said about the Boston Red Sox's acquisition of Sonny Gray from the St.

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Marcelo Mayer News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 22

Red Sox Won't Face Marcelo Mayer, And Explanation Is All Too Familiar

Rafael Devers' return to Fenway Park would have overshadowed Marcelo Mayer's, anyway. On Friday night, the Boston Red Sox played an emotionally charged game against Devers and the San Francisco Giants, with the longtime Boston star homering in a 6-4 Red Sox win.

Rafael Devers News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 22

The Fallout of Rafael Devers' Return to Fenway Park vs. Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox saw an old friend back in town for the first time in a year on Friday. Boston welcomed the San Francisco Giants to Fenway Park on Friday night with a 6-4 win.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 22

Red Sox outfielder Ceddanne Rafaela’s heartfelt Rafael Devers message after Giants star’s return to Fenway Park

The Boston Red Sox spoiled Rafael Devers’ return to Fenway Park with a 6-4 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Friday. Afterward, Ceddanne Rafaela offered a personal perspective on his former teammate’s homecoming.

Garrett Crochet News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 22

Red Sox star Garrett Crochet’s expected role if he returns from injury this season

Garrett Crochet could give the Boston Red Sox a big lift late in the regular season. He has missed significant time but now looks closer to returning. However, the team plans to use the left-hander in a different role than before his injury.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 22

Red Sox ride big inning into rematch vs. Giants

The Boston Red Sox got the last laugh against old friend Rafael Devers and the San Francisco Giants to begin the teams' weekend series. The Red Sox will look to continue the proceedings with another victory on Saturday night.

Franklin Arias News / Over The Monster / August 22

Red Sox Minor Lines: Franklin Arias is the shortstop of the future

The WooSox didn’t get much offense in Syracuse (Mets AAA) and, as a result, got walked off with two outs. But it shouldn’t have even gotten to that point since they were getting outhit 11-3, so there’s some people on the squad we need to tip our caps to.

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Trevor Story News / Over The Monster / August 22

Injured Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story takes up the loneliest roster spot

We assume that being on the IL is only about physical recovery. The hard work of physical recovery is arduous and some days, a return to health feels entirely out of reach.

MLB News / EssentiallySports / August 22

'I’m Disappointed': Red Sox Broadcaster Makes Feelings Clear on Giants’ Star as Crowd Boos Him Upon Return

The boos said what the broadcaster did not have to. Red Sox fans were still angry over how everything fell apart last season, and when Rafael Devers walked back into Fenway Park 14 months later, this time wearing a Giants uniform and facing Boston, they made sure he heard it.

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Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / August 21

Willson Contreras' HR fuels Red Sox's big inning in win over Giants

Wilyer Abreu went 3-for-4 with an RBI triple while Willson Contreras crushed a three-run home run to highlight a five-run third inning for the Boston Red Sox in a 6-4 win over the visiting San Francisco Giants on Friday.

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.

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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.

Trevor Story News / Athlon Sports / August 20

Red Sox Decide on Next Steps for Trevor Story

For a Boston Red Sox club that now sits comfortably in the second AL wild-card spot, much of the attention has turned to the organization’s minor league affiliates, who are hosting several key players on rehab assignment.

Boston Red Sox News / Viral Sports News / August 20

Boston Red Sox Cut Ties With a Whopping 10 Players

The Boston Red Sox are set to open a three-game series against the San Francisco Giants at Fenway Park on Friday night, with first pitch scheduled for 7:10 p.m.

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

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