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Kristian Campbell News / Over The Monster / March 27

Kristian Campbell hopes to spark Red Sox career revival in AAA

WORCESTER, Mass. – The Boston Red Sox paid Kristian Campbell early last April because the organization believed in the 2023 fourth-rounder after his meteoric minor league rise. His MLB experiment came crashing down after just 11 weeks in the show last season.

Garrett Crochet News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 27

Red Sox’ Garrett Crochet sounds off on adding new pitch during offseason

The Boston Red Sox opened their season with a 3-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds, backed by a dominant performance by Garrett Crochet. After the game, Crochett described the process with the new pitch in the offseason and his old arsenal, according to Red Sox beat writer Christopher Smith.

Roman Anthony News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 27

Roman Anthony Wastes No Time Making Red Sox Opening Day History

It was a pretty good Opening Day for young Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony on Thursday, to say the least. Anthony went 3-for-4 with a walk and a run scored in Boston's 3-0 Opening Day win over the Cincinnati Reds.

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Boston Red Sox News / Just Baseball / March 27

26 Predictions for the 2026 Boston Red Sox

After a tumultuous and unexpected offseason, Boston Red Sox baseball officially returned on Thursday, with ace Garrett Crochet leading the way to victory against the Cincinnati Reds.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

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Caleb Durbin News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 27

Red Sox's Caleb Durbin Has Nomar Garciaparra Message After Jersey Change

It's long been a story for a certain subsect of Boston Red Sox fans that Nomar Garciaparra's jersey number keeps getting handed out. Since Rocco Baldelli first took No.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 27

Red Sox's Roman Anthony Explains Why Marcelo Mayer is 'Slept on'

As one might have expected, Roman Anthony was the Boston Red Sox's most impressive hitter on opening day. But he arguably wasn't the most impactful. Marcelo Mayer came into the game as a pinch-hitter in the seventh inning and completely changed the dynamic.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / March 27

How are you overreacting to the Red Sox Opening Day win?

Good morning! Yesterday was a legitimately nice spring day in New England and the Boston Red Sox won a real baseball game. Life isn’t one hopeless gauntlet of pain after all!

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Marcelo Mayer News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 26

Marcelo Mayer on Wild Red Sox Opening Day: ‘Every Kid’s Dream’

What a day for the Boston Red Sox. Boston faced off against the Cincinnati Reds on the road and won its first game of the 2026 Major League Baseball season.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 26

Red Sox’s Roman Anthony Joins Elite Club With Ken Griffey Jr., Mickey Mantle

Boston Red Sox baseball officially is back and the club didn't waste any time getting in the win column. Boston faced off against the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday on the road for Opening Day and came out on top, 3-0.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / March 26

Garrett Crochet, Red Sox begin season with shutout of Reds

Garrett Crochet pitched six scoreless innings and Ceddanne Rafaela broke a scoreless tie in the seventh with an RBI single to lead the visiting Boston Red Sox past the Cincinnati Reds 3-0 on Thursday in the season opener for both clubs.

MLB News / Inside The Diamonds / March 26

MLB Game Recap: Red Sox Win Pitchers Duel on Opening Day

The Boston Red Sox and Cincinnati Reds kicked off their 2026 seasons this afternoon at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, OH. Garrett Crochet got the ball for the Red Sox, while Andrew Abbott got the ball for the Reds.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26

Red Sox’s Alex Cora explains Marcelo Mayer Opening Day benching

Marcelo Mayer is expected to be the Boston Red Sox’s starting second baseman throughout the 2026 season. But on Opening Day, it was Isiah Kiner-Falefa manning the position.

Alex Cora News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 26

Alex Cora Addresses Red Sox Outfield Logjam on Opening Day

The Boston Red Sox's first lineup of the 2026 Major League Baseball season didn't surprise from an outfield perspective. One of the stories of the offseason for Boston was the club's surplus of outfielders.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / March 26

Red Sox Release 23-Year-Old Outfield Prospect Just Before Opening Day

It's been a busy week for the Boston Red Sox in transactional terms, including some unfortunate news for several prospects. As the Red Sox's farm system affiliates get set to begin their seasons on Friday, the organization has to move on from a player if they feel their presence is impacting more important prospects in terms of playing time.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / March 26

Red Sox Fifth Starter Battle 2026: Johan Oviedo vs Connelly Early Fantasy Outlook

The Boston Red Sox spent the winter rebuilding and strengthening their starting pitcher depth. They signed free agent Ranger Suarez and traded for Sonny Gray, which created a strong front four with Brayan Bello and staff ace Garrett Crochet.

Boston Red Sox News / Last Word On Sports / March 26

Three Bold Predictions for the Red Sox in 2026

Today is Opening Day, and while the Boston Red Sox open in Cincinnati, this is a long season. A lot can happen; some things are expected, while some instances can surprise people, especially when expectations are all over the place.