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Luis Arraez News / Over The Monster / December 17
Should the Red Sox consider pursuing free agent contact hitter Luis Arraez? 
Welcome back to the 2025-26 edition of Smash or Pass, in which we examine potential free agent and trade targets to determine whether the Red Sox should pursue them and what it would take to land them.
Alex Bregman News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 17
Red Sox Tabbed 'Best Match' For Projected $189M Blue Jays Superstar
Is Alex Bregman the best free-agent fit for the Boston Red Sox? Many will argue he is, and that's understandable when considering how much Bregman meant to the Boston lineup and clubhouse in his first (and potentially only) season as a Red Sox.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 17
Diamondbacks face Ketel Marte problem in pursuit of Alex Bregman
The Diamondbacks have reportedly emerged as a potential suitor for Bregman, but something may stand in their way.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
MLB News / Athlon Sports / December 17
Tampa Bay Rays Make Announcement on Former Boston Red Sox Pitcher
Tampa Bay Rays president of baseball operations Erik Neander confirmed that the Rays will give veteran pitcher Steven Matz a chance to make the Opening Day rotation.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 17
1 blockbuster move Red Sox must make after MLB Winter Meetings
The Boston Red Sox never made a move for Kyle Schwarber at the Winter Meetings. They came up short when it came to signing a power-hitting first baseman in Pete Alonso.
Ketel Marte News / Larry Brown Sports / December 16
Front-runner emerging to trade for Ketel Marte
Ketel Marte might potentially be headed back to the American League.
Alex Bregman News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 16
Diamondbacks Showing Interest In Alex Bregman
The D-Backs are among the teams that have expressed interest in Alex Bregman, as Bob Nightengale of USA Today was among those to report. Arizona seems to be a long shot to spend at this level but has a vacancy at third base.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Chris Martin News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 16
Red Sox Miss Out On Reported Bullpen Target; Returns To AL Rival
The bullpen is hardly the most important thing the Boston Red Sox need to address right now, but on Monday, they lost out on a pitcher who was reportedly in their sights.
Alex Bregman News / Larry Brown Sports / December 16
Surprise MLB team joins Alex Bregman sweepstakes
With Pete Alonso and Kyle Schwarber signing new deals during the MLB Winter Meetings, a lot of attention has shifted toward Alex Bregman and Kyle Tucker.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 16
Red Sox Fan Favorite Gets Updated $170M Contract Projection
Boston Red Sox fans are understandably starting to get nervous about Alex Bregman's free agency. After not being in the ballpark of the offers Kyle Schwarber and Pete Alonso signed for last week, the Red Sox have raised doubts about their willingness to offer Bregman a true megadeal.
Ketel Marte News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 16
What’s Holding Up Potential Red Sox–Ketel Marte Blockbuster
Rumors, rumors, and more rumors. That's the feeling around the Boston Red Sox right now. The Red Sox have done a very good job when it has come to the starting rotation.
Alex Bregman News / Over The Monster / December 16
Munetaka Murakami and Kazuma Okamoto create an order of operations problem for Alex Bregman and the Red Sox
When it comes to free agency, the most useful tool most players possess against clubs calculating how to crush their value is the ability to wait things out for the entire winter.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 16
Red Sox Promote Former Yankees Pitching Coordinator To Prominent Role
The Boston Red Sox's pitching development program has received a lot of recognition in the past year, and Ben Buck has assuredly played a role in that success.
Jarren Duran News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 16
Jarren Duran's Market 'Heating Up,' Red Sox Insider Says
Rumors are swirling around the Boston Red Sox right now in the trade market. Boston continues to strike, with its most recent deal being to acquire left-handed hurler Jake Bennett from the Washington Nationals in exchange for right-hander Luis Perales, per ESPN's Jeff Passan.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 16
Red Sox Get Great Feedback From Rival Executive Amid Rampant Trade Rumors
The Boston Red Sox are far away from building a roster that projects as a World Series contender in the upcoming season, but they do have lots of valuable pieces.
Triston Casas News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 16
Red Sox's Triston Casas Update Good News For 2026
One position of interest for the Boston Red Sox so far this offseason has been first base. The reason for this is the fact that the last two seasons have been inconsistent at the position.
MLB News / Blogging the Red Sox / December 15
Red Sox trade Luis Perales to Nationals for fellow pitching prospect Jake Bennett
The Red Sox and Nationals swung an interesting trade involving two pitching prospects on Monday night, with Boston acquiring left-hander Jake Bennett from Washington for right-hander Luis Perales.
Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / December 15
Red Sox Announce Trade on Friday
The Boston Red Sox are expected to undergo significant change heading into the 2026 MLB season. After returning to the postseason last year, their run was cut short with a quick exit at the hands of the New York Yankees in the AL wild card round.
Evan Phillips News / Last Word On Sports / December 15
Report: Red Sox Among Suitors for Former Dodger Closer
The Boston Red Sox are kicking the tires on right-handed reliever Evan Phillips, according to the Boston Globe’s Tim Healey. Phillips, formerly with the Los Angeles Dodgers, is currently recovering from Tommy John surgery, which caused him to miss most of the 2025 season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 13
Dustin May could find his form again with the Cardinals
Heading into 2026, the St. Louis Cardinals will seemingly take a further step back, as they did in 2025, when they finished fourth in the National League Central with a 78-84 record.
Bryan Mata News / Blogging the Red Sox / December 12
Longtime Red Sox pitching prospect Bryan Mata taking talents to Japan, signing with NPB’s Yomiuri Giants
Earlier this week, it was revealed that longtime Red Sox pitching prospect Bryan Mata was taking his talents to Japan. Though terms have not yet been disclosed, it appears as though the 26-year-old right-hander is signing with the Yomiuri Giants of Nippon Professional Baseball.
Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 10
Red Sox have shown interest in Seranthony Domínguez to help with bullpen
The Red Sox are known to be looking for bullpen upgrades. According to Sean McAdam and Chris Cotillo of MassLive, right-hander Seranthony Domínguez is one specific name they have checked in on, though the report suggests nothing is imminent.
Steven Matz News / Yardbarker / December 9
Rays add depth to rotation by signing veteran lefty Steven Matz
The Rays have added some depth to the pitching staff.
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