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Red Sox bolster playoff hopes with crucial win over Blue Jays

Nathaniel Lowe and Carlos Narvaez had two RBIs apiece and the visiting Boston Red Sox defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 4-1 on Tuesday night. Both had key hits in Boston's three-run sixth inning that broke a 1-1 tie in the opener of the three-game series.

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Red Sox Should Take Flier On DFA'd Former Blue Jays All-Star

One of the Boston Red Sox's biggest rival designated a former All-Star for assignment on Tuesday and he may be worth a flier. The Toronto Blue Jays designated former All-Star Alek Manoah for assignment on Tuesday in a somewhat surprising move, as confirmed by the team.

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

Who is Jesus Travieso? Red Sox pitching prospect posted 3.06 ERA, 31.8 K% in 2025

Red Sox pitching prospect Jesus Travieso entered 2025 as a relative unknown. Signed for just $10,000 as an international free agent coming out of Venezuela

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The 'MLB 400 home runs, 200 steals' quiz

How many of the 15 players in Major League Baseball history to rack up at least 400 home runs and 200 stolen bases in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multiple MLB MVP award winners' quiz

The 'MLB players in the 30/30 club' quiz

The 'Active MLB 200-strikeout seasons' quiz

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Every MLB player who hit 30 home runs in their rookie season

Hitting 30 home runs in an MLB season is impressive. Doing it as a rookie is even more impressive.

Garrett Crochet News / Sporting News / September 23

MLB insider declares Red Sox acquisition of Garrett Crochet as Transaction of the Year

No one got a better deal last offseason than the Red Sox.

Roman Anthony News / Boston Red Sox on SI / September 23

Boston Red Sox Give New Roman Anthony Injury Update

The Boston Red Sox need a boost offensively but it doesn't sound like that is going to come from outfielder Roman Anthony anytime soon. Anthony last played in a game on September 2nd.

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

Red Sox Retain 28-Year-Old Catcher In Last-Minute Roster Move

With less than a week to go in the regular season, the Boston Red Sox retained some emergency catching depth in their latest roster transaction. Unless Connor Wong or Carlos Narváez gets injured in the final six games, the Red Sox should have their catching tandem set for the postseason.

MLB News / Over The Monster / September 23

Game 157: Red Sox at Blue Jays, Giolito vs. Gausman

Ideally, tonight’s game will go much better than the last time Lucas Giolito took the ball in this building back on April 30th when he and the bullpen coughed up a 6-0 lead.

Alex Bregman News / Boston Red Sox on SI / September 23

Alex Bregman Sidesteps Looming Red Sox Opt-Out Decision

The Boston Red Sox are fighting tooth and nail to land a playoff spot for the first time since 2021. Boston controls its destiny and has the inside track to a playoff spot, but first has to get through a six-game gauntlet against the Toronto Blue Jays and Detroit Tigers.

Boston Red Sox News / Sporting News / September 23

Red Sox predicted to put No. 3 prospect on trade block due to surplus of depth in outfield

By giving him up, the Sox could get something they need this offseason.

Brad Keller News / Boston Red Sox on SI / September 23

How Red Sox Unintentionally Helped Cubs Land Breakout Star

The Boston Red Sox's pitching development machine has received a lot of acclaim over the past two seasons, but one of its success stories is now unfolding outside the organization.

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The 'Multiple 30-TD pass NFL seasons' quiz

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

Red Sox Have 'Transaction of the Year,' Per ESPN's Jeff Passan

The Boston Red Sox knew they needed to add some high-level pitching to the organization and absolutely did so before the 2025 Major League Baseball season.

Lucas Giolito News / Over The Monster / September 23

Red Sox News & Links: Lucas Giolito needs to step up

Lucas Giolito starts tonight for the Red Sox in what is their most pivotal stretch of baseball since 2021. Giolito is one of the biggest reasons why the Sox are still playing meaningful baseball right now, as he’s stepped up to be a legitimate weapon behind Garrett Crochet in the rotation.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / September 22

Former Boston Star Says a Single Absence Could Derail Red Sox Season

Jonathan Papelbon sent the warning that he thinks the Red Sox were delivered a blow they can’t recover from. He doesn’t think the Red Sox can simply patch the hole in their lineup as they fight for a playoff spot.

Garrett Crochet News / Athlon Sports / September 21

Red Sox Put Playoff Hopes in Garrett Crochet’s Hands With Latest Move

TAMPA, Fla. — The Red Sox are shifting their rotation toward October. Before Sunday night’s game against the Rays, manager Alex Cora confirmed he is flipping left-hander Garrett Crochet and right-hander Brayan Bello in the order as the team heads to Toronto.

Wilyer Abreu News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 21

Red Sox activate Wilyer Abreu from IL

The Red Sox announced that outfielder Wilyer Abreu has been reinstated from the 10-day injured list. Catcher Ali Sanchez was designated for assignment in the corresponding roster move.

Connelly Early News / Field Level Media / September 21

Red Sox rookie Connelly Early gets key start vs. Rays amid tight wild-card race

Boston Red Sox rookie Connelly Early has taken a simple approach in his young career, and it's working. The left-hander is set to make his third career start Sunday night for the Red Sox in their series finale against the host Tampa Bay Rays.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 20

Boston's big ninth rescues win from Tampa Bay

Trevor Story knocked in the go-ahead run in Boston's three-run ninth inning as the Red Sox crafted their eighth straight win over Tampa Bay, doubling the host Rays 6-3 on Saturday night.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 20

Alex Cora reveals when Wilyer Abreu will ‘likely’ return to Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox have been struggling throughout the month of September largely because their lineup has been unable to come up with key hits in clutch situations.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / September 19

The Red Sox’s Postseason Hopes Reach a Crossroads in Tampa

The Boston Red Sox have owned the Rays this season. They’re 8-2 against Tampa Bay, including a 6-1 mark on the road. At least that history gives them something to lean on as they limp into a pivotal series Friday night at George M.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 18

Predicting the AL Manager of the Year finalists

Predicting the American League Manager of the Year finalists

The American League playoff picture is far from sealed as MLB marches towards its final week of the season, but the finalists for the AL Manager of the Year Award may be nearly set.

Blue Jays manager John Schneider confirms major Bo Bichette news

Nationals have interviewed Red Sox' AGM Eddie Romero

Former Red Sox prospect Cutter Coffey named 2025 Northwest League All-Star

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 18

Nationals have interviewed Red Sox AGM Eddie Romero

The Nationals are continuing to their attempts to get a front office in place before the offseason.

MLB News / Blogging the Red Sox / September 18

How did Red Sox pitching prospect, top international signing Sadbiel Delzine fare in professional debut?

Red Sox pitching prospect Sadbiel Delzine missed most of his first professional season due to injury. When on the mound, though, the young right-hander showed flashes of intriguing potential.

Lucas Giolito News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 17

Red Sox pitcher clinches notable contractual milestone

He’s coming off a platform year that is arguably better than the one Luis Severino turned in for the Mets a year ago.

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Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / September 16

Red Sox OF prospect Justin Gonzales recognized as 2025 Carolina League All-Star

Red Sox outfield prospect Justin Gonzales has been named a 2025 Carolina League All-Star, Minor League Baseball announced on Tuesday. Gonzales spent most of his first season in the United States with Low-A Salem after making a brief one-game cameo in the rookie-level Florida Complex League in early May.