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On YouTubeJustin Slaten News / Over The Monster / May 7
Red Sox Minor Lines: Justin Slaten rehabs again 
The biggest story out of this topsy-turvy game was that Justin Slaten, a couple days removed from his opener in Portland, made another rehab start and struck out two, including Oswaldo Cabrera, while allowing a hit and walking a batter in his inning of work.
Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / May 7
The Red Sox run prevention strategy just might pay off
At the end of last week, Thomas Nestico made the following post and caught many Red Sox fans off guard: Yes, that’s the Boston Red Sox up near the top of the teams leaderboard in Defensive Runs Saved, and you know what, I don’t think it’s a fluke.
Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / May 7
What is the best rotation for the Red Sox?
With Sonny Gray returning to the rotation last night and Ranger Suarez (hopefully?) avoiding a trip to the IL, it’s time to stop and reassess what’s the best version of the Red Sox rotation going forward.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Inside The Diamonds / May 7
Game Recap: Red Sox Shut Out Tigers; Complete Series Sweep
The Boston Red Sox finished off the series sweep of the Detroit Tigers tonight with a 4-0 victory. Four pitchers combined to throw a shutout. Sonny Gray, Tyler Samaniego, Zack Kelly, and Greg Weissert all pitched for Boston.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 6
Healthy Sonny Gray pitches Red Sox to sweep of Tigers
Sonny Gray pitched five scoreless innings in his return to action and the visiting Boston Red Sox completed a three-game sweep of the Detroit Tigers with a 4-0 victory on Wednesday night.
MLB News / Over The Monster / May 6
Red Sox 4, Tigers 0; Boston stays hot to sweep Detroit
The Red Sox look like a totally different team the last few days, or at least the one playing with real momentum. The Tigers certainly didn’t amid a .500 start and the loss of Tarik Skubal for two to three months.
Ceddanne Rafaela News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 6
Red Sox Leaving All Doors Open With Ceddanne Rafaela in 2026
It's certainly no secret that the Boston Red Sox have a surplus of outfield talent on their hands. With Roman Anthony currently day-to-day with a right wrist sprain, there aren't difficult decisions for Boston to make.
Juan Valera News / Blogging the Red Sox / May 6
Red Sox pitching prospect Juan Valera undergoes Tommy John surgery
Red Sox pitching prospect Juan Valera underwent Tommy John surgery on Tuesday, according to senior director of player development Brian Abraham. “Juan Valera underwent successful reconstruction of the right elbow ulnar collateral ligament yesterday,” Abraham told The Boston Globe.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / May 7
MLB announces punishment for Framber Valdez
Detroit Tigers pitcher Framber Valdez will have to sit for a while after Major League Baseball determined that he intentionally threw at a batter in Tuesday’s game.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 6
Red Sox vs. Tigers Lineup: Marcelo Mayer Returns, Roman Anthony Still Out
The Boston Red Sox will look for a sweep on Wednesday night, but unsurprisingly won't have Roman Anthony in the lineup when they do so. Boston will send Sonny Gray to the mound in his big return from the Injured List, but Anthony will miss another game as the Red Sox conclude a three-game series against the Detroit Tigers.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 6
Red Sox Option Lefty One Day After Emotional MLB Debut
The Boston Red Sox officially are getting Sonny Gray back in the mix to face off against the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday night. Gray, who hasn't made a start since April 20 due to a hamstring strain, officially was activated off the Injured List on Wednesday.
Boston Red Sox News / Inside The Diamonds / May 6
Boston Red Sox Roster Moves 05/06/2026
The Boston Red Sox wrap up their three-game series with the Detroit Tigers tonight. They’re looking to complete their first sweep of the 2026 season. The Red Sox took the first game, 5-4, with a five-run seventh.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 6
Red Sox's Best MiLB Pitcher, Hitter Rocket Up Top 100 Prospect List
Baseball America released its updated Top 100 Prospects list on Wednesday, and two Boston Red Sox rising stars stole the show. Almost indisputably, Franklin Arias and Anthony Eyanson have become the Red Sox's best hitting and pitching prospects, at least among those still in the minors.
Roman Anthony News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 6
Red Sox Notes: Boston Turning a Corner; Roman Anthony's Wrist Injury
Are the Boston Red Sox finally starting to turn things around? It's been a tough season for the Red Sox, to say the least. If you look at the club's overall record, it's all you need to see to show that the season hasn't been smooth.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 6
Mets, Phillies, Astros linked to Alex Cora
In a somewhat surprising turn of events, the Boston Red Sox chose to part ways with manager Alex Cora early in the season. It sounds like Cora won't have much difficulty landing a new job.
Isiah Kiner-Falefa News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 6
Red Sox 9-Year Veteran Tabbed 'Most Likely' Trade Candidate
It legitimately never made sense that the Boston Red Sox gave $6 million to infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa. Who were they even bidding against? The light-hitting nine-year veteran utility man was on the Toronto Blue Jays for the World Series last season only because he was waived by the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Framber Valdez News / Yardbarker / May 6
Framber Valdez risking severe punishment after wild decision vs. Red Sox
To say that Valdez had a rough outing vs. the Red Sox wouldn't tell half of the story.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / May 6
Trevor Story responds to Framber Valdez’s plunking
Boston Red Sox Trevor Story is not buying any other narrative about Detroit Tigers pitcher Framber Valdez’s intention during a controversial moment on Tuesday.
Franklin Arias News / Blogging the Red Sox / May 6
Red Sox top prospect Franklin Arias named Eastern League Player of the Month for April
Top Red Sox prospect Franklin Arias has been named the Eastern League Player of the Month for April, Minor League Baseball announced on Tuesday. Arias put together a monster April with Double-A Portland to open his 2026 season.
Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / May 5
Red Sox back Brayan Bello's strong outing, pound Tigers
Ceddanne Rafaela had three hits and drove in four runs, including a three-run homer, and the visiting Boston Red Sox pounded the Detroit Tigers 10-3 on Tuesday night.
Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / May 5
Red Sox promote pitching prospect Dylan Brown to High-A Greenville
The Red Sox have promoted pitching prospect Dylan Brown from Low-A Salem to High-A Greenville, as was first reported by Chris Hatfield of SoxProspects.com.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 5
Tarik Skubal's injury leaves Tigers with two potential trade targets
The two-time American League Cy Young award winner will miss some time after undergoing surgery, leaving a massive hole in the Tigers' rotation.
Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 4
Red Sox Select Alec Gamboa
The Red Sox announced they have selected the contract of left-hander Alec Gamboa from Triple-A Worcester. Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com first reported that Gamboa was on a flight to Detroit and likely to be added after exercising an upward mobility clause.
Alex Cora News / Just Baseball / May 4
Still in Shock: Leftover Thoughts on the Alex Cora Firing
It’s been over a week since the Boston Red Sox made the shocking decision to fire manager Alex Cora and five members of his coaching staff, and the resulting picture hasn’t become any clearer.
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