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Red Sox's Lucas Giolito Takes Firm Stance On Potential Trade Out Of Boston

Lucas Giolito's career has been a bumpy ride over the last two years, and it's finally starting to level out. Giolito, once an All-Star with the Chicago White Sox, was traded to the Los Angeles Angels in July of 2023, then was waived and claimed by the Cleveland Guardians at the end of August.

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Red Sox Predicted to Land Power Hitter With 53 Home Runs

In ESPN's latest mock draft, where MLB insiders make the picks, the Boston Red Sox are predicted to land Andrew Fischer 34th overall, a corner infielder from the University of Tennessee.

Boston Red Sox News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 1

Boston Red Sox Top Prospect Throws Incredibly Rare Immaculate Inning

Boston Red Sox prospect Hayden Mullins accomplished an extremely rare feat on Tuesday night, tossing an immaculate inning for Double-A Portland. The immaculate inning is defined as nine strikes on nine pitches, resulting in three strikeouts.

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

Red Sox Doubling Down With $21 Million All-Star Investment

The Boston Red Sox knew they neede to add high-end starting pitching this past offseason if they wanted to have a chance at contending in 2025. Boston began the offseason by making it clear that things were going to be different.

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How many of the 39 MLB players with at least four 200-hit seasons in their career can you name in six minutes?

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Xander Bogaerts News / Fastball on SI / July 1

Former Boston Red Sox Star Reportedly Agrees to Play in World Baseball Classic

Former Boston Red Sox star, and current San Diego Padres infielder, Xander Bogaerts, is reportedly committed to suiting up for the Netherlands at the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

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Who should be the starting MLB All-Stars at every position?

The starting lineups for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game are set to be revealed on July 6. While the fans have their say for the starting lineups, the most deserving All-Star starters could be very different than the actual starters.

Alex Cora News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Red Sox’s Alex Cora Reveals How Long He’ll Continue to Manage in Major League Baseball

The Alex Cora era has been a strange one. Cora took over as the Boston Red Sox manager for the 2018 season, winning 108 games and the World Series as a rookie.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Red Sox Get Much-Needed Update on $90 Million Outfielder Before Game vs. Reds

The Boston Red Sox are one team in the MLB that's had a whirlwind season in 2025. After the trade that sent the team's last player from the 2018 World Series team, Rafael Devers, to the San Francisco Giants, the Red Sox have fallen to fourth place in the AL East.

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

Red Sox's Alex Cora Has High Praise For Fan-Favorite Prospect: 'Complete Player'

Few players in the Boston Red Sox organization have raised their stock in the past year quite like Jhostynxon Garcia. Garcia, the 22-year-old Venezuelan-born outfielder, was once a lesser-regarded prospect than his younger brother, Johanfran (also in the Boston organization).

Aroldis Chapman News / Boston Red Sox on SI / July 1

Phillies Emerging For Red Sox's Next Potential Blockbuster Trade

Will the Boston Red Sox away one of the game's most dominant relief pitchers? Boston went out and signed Aroldis Chapman this past offseason and couldn't have predicted the season he would have.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Red Sox Boss Provides Important Update on Boston's Trade Deadline Plans

It's impossible to get a feel for what the Boston Red Sox might do at the trade deadline at the end of July. Prior to July 31, the Red Sox will have to turn things around if they want to buy.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Trevor Story Had Strong Words for Garrett Crochet After Reds Game

Trevor Story is in his tenth major-league season as the Boston Red Sox’s starting shortstop. He spent six seasons with the Colorado Rockies before signing a six-year, $140 million contract with Boston in 2022 that includes a player opt-out after 2025. During his time in Colorado, Story earned two All-Star selections and two Silver Slugger Awards.

Ceddanne Rafaela News / Just Baseball / July 1

Ceddanne Rafaela Is Finally Making Good on Red Sox Extension

As of right now, the Boston Red Sox have three players who are locked up through at least the year 2031: Garrett Crochet, Kristian Campbell, and Ceddanne Rafaela.

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

Red Sox's Next Addition Predicted To Be Clone Of Dodgers Champ

The Boston Red Sox are under two weeks away from replenishing the farm system with some more talent. Boston has the No. 15 pick in the draft after an up-and-down 2024 season.

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

Boston Blockbuster? MLB Writer Pitches Red Sox Trade For Ex-Cy Young Winner

Craig Breslow keeps talking as if the Boston Red Sox will be buyers. In July, we'll find out if the chief baseball officer meant what he said. The Red Sox enter play Tuesday with a 42-44 record, three games back of the third and final American League Wild Card spot.

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MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / July 1

Ex-Red Sox Manager Terry Francona Makes Admission About Alex Cora

Longtime Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona once again returned to Fenway Park on Monday night, but the game didn't go as planned for his Cincinnati Reds.

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

Red Sox Taking Step To Bring $90 Million Man To Boston

It sounds like the Boston Red Sox are going to get a significant piece back into the mix in the near future. Boston traded Rafael Devers away and the offense could use a spark.

Alex Cora News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Alex Cora Makes Major Announcement About Red Sox Future

Long before he managed the Boston Red Sox, Alex Cora spent nearly four years watching Terry Francona's greatness up close. Francona managed Cora in Boston from 2005-08, with the duo reaching the American League Championship Series twice and winning the 2007 World Series in that span.

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

Red Sox Predicted To Bring 6-Foot-3 Slugging Infielder To Boston

It's officially July, which means the Boston Red Sox are beginning the busiest administrative month of the Major League Baseball calendar. The All-Star Game.

Wilyer Abreu News / Field Level Media / July 1

Red Sox look to ride momentum from Wilyer Abreu's big night vs. Reds

The Boston Red Sox have to like what they have seen from Wilyer Abreu at the plate lately. Abreu, who has hit three home runs in his past three games, will look to remain hot Tuesday when the Red Sox face the visiting Cincinnati Reds in the second contest of a three-game series.

Alex Bregman News / Boston Red Sox on SI / July 1

Alex Bregman's Latest Extension Comments Are Promising Sign For Red Sox

Keeping Alex Bregman in town could easily be argued as the Boston Red Sox's top priority for the rest of this season. The two-time All-Star third baseman can opt out of the final two seasons of his three-year, $120 million deal this winter.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 30

Red Sox's Abreu joins exclusive company with performance

Red Sox's Wilyer Abreu joins exclusive company with performance vs. Reds

Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu is best known for his defense. On Monday, he carved his way into major league history with his bat.

Blue Jays emerging as viable AL East contender after win over Yankees

Phillies pitcher caps a phenomenal month with latest gem

How Mets reportedly feel about coaching staff after awful second half of June

Why Giants manager Bob Melvin should be on hot seat if struggles continue

Astros shortstop's breakout season hits a snag with injury

Former Gold Glove catcher to retire

Jhostynxon Garcia News / Blogging the Red Sox / June 30

Power-hitting OF prospect Jhostynxon Garcia to represent Red Sox in 2025 All-Star Futures Game

Power-hitting outfield prospect Jhostynxon “The Password” Garcia has been selected to represent the Red Sox at the 2025 All-Star Futures Game in Atlanta on July 12, Major League Baseball announced earlier Monday.

Connelly Early News / Blogging the Red Sox / June 30

Red Sox’ Connelly Early named Eastern League Pitcher of the Week

For the second time in as many weeks, a Red Sox pitching prospect has been recognized as the Eastern League Pitcher of the Week. After right-hander David Sandlin took home the honor last week, left-hander Connelly Early was named the Eastern League Pitcher of the Week for the week of June 23-29 on Monday, Minor League Baseball announced.

Masataka Yoshida News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 29

Red Sox OF set to begin rehab assignment

His long road to recovery from shoulder surgery looks to be in its final stages.

Blue Jays score series win over sliding Red Sox

Three Rafael Devers replacements Red Sox should strongly consider

Red Sox pitcher suffers season-ending injury in off-field 'accident'

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The 'MLB stolen base leaders since 1990' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / Fastball on SI / June 29

Jarren Duran Joins Group of Hall of Famers in Boston Red Sox History, Including Babe Ruth

Outfielder Jarren Duran joined a special group of Hall of Famers in some rare Boston Red Sox history after hitting a triple on Sunday afternoon against the Toronto Blue Jays.