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MLB Expert Wrong About Red Sox Star Alex Bregman

The Boston Red Sox were fortunate to have Alex Bregman as a member of the organization in 2025. Bregman helped balance the lineup with much-needed right-handed pop and was arguably even more important in the clubhouse than he was on the field.

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Could Sonny Gray Be The Red Sox’ Coveted #2 Starter?

On November 25th, the St. Louis Cardinals agreed to trade Sonny Gray and $20 million to the Boston Red Sox in exchange for Richard Fitts and Brandon Clarke.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / December 1

The Red Sox are already crying poor

We are at the beginning of the free agent spending season and one year away from a collective bargaining fight between management and labor. This means one thing: it’s once again time for MLB owners to tell us all that they totally have a girlfriend, but you don’t know her because she lives in Canada.

Jarren Duran News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 1

New Jarren Duran Update Doesn't Guarantee Red Sox Trade

With the Major League Baseball hot stove really heating up and the Winter Meetings just days away from beginning, one guy on the Boston Red Sox to keep an eye on is outfielder Jarren Duran.

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The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB home run leaders since 1997' quiz

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Kyle Schwarber News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 1

Red Sox Should Favor Mets Superstar Over Kyle Schwarber, Says Insider

The Boston Red Sox need someone with 40-homer potential, and there are two premier options available on the open market. On one side of the coin, there's Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter, who blasted a career-high 56 homers this year and is already a Red Sox fan favorite.

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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.

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

Alex Bregman Gets Market Update After Red Sox Opt Out

If you're a Boston Red Sox fan, you're likely waiting desperately for Alex Bregman news. Bregman was great in 2025 in his first season with the organization.

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

Red Sox Could Pursue Former Orioles All-Star In This One Scenario

As free agency heats up, the Boston Red Sox appear to be shifting their attention primarily to upgrading the offense. The outfield is so stacked that the Red Sox should probably trade someone away, but the corner infield spots are wide-open with Alex Bregman on the open market.

Kyle Schwarber News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 1

New Kyle Schwarber Update Isn't Good For Red Sox Pursuit

Two things have been clear about the offseason so far: the Boston Red Sox have wanted pitching and at least one power bat. Craig Breslow said as much recently while speaking at the general manager meetings.

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

Red Sox Tabbed 'Perfect Match' For Mets 5-Time All-Star By MLB Insider

It's an offseason of endless possibilities and big-time uncertainty for the Boston Red Sox. Coming off an 89-win season and a wild-card berth, the Red Sox sent Alex Bregman to free agency only a year after signing him in the first place, and they're still recovering from the aftershock of trading Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants.

Kristian Campbell News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 30

Red Sox's Latest Kristian Campbell Decision Was Risky, But Necessary

Kristian Campbell's outlook sure has changed in a year's time. Last December, Campbell was coming off multiple player and prospect of the year awards, and we were wondering if he'd crack the Boston Red Sox's opening day roster despite only playing six weeks in Triple-A.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 30

Red Sox Could Have Another Rotation Splash Up Their Sleeve

The Boston Red Sox's starting rotation has already taken a step in the right direction this offseason as the organization acquired Sonny Gray from the St.

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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.

Alex Bregman News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 30

Red Sox Insider Spells Out Reasons Alex Bregman Return Isn't Assured

Alex Bregman's free agency is in full swing already, and it's only going to get more nerve-wracking from this point forward. For the most part, the prevailing emotion among Boston Red Sox fans seems to be wanting Bregman to return, and for good reason.

Jarren Duran News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 29

Red Sox Insider Raises Eyebrows With Jarren Duran, Royals Comments

The Boston Red Sox already have added one All-Star starting pitcher this offseason, but could another make sense as well? Sonny Gray is a guy who is going to be a big help for the Red Sox in 2026.

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The '1,500-receiving-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Five game-winning-drives in a season' quiz

The 'Turkey Leg/Galloping Gobbler winners' quiz

The 'Three-TD, Three-INT NFL games' quiz

Jorge Polanco News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 29

Red Sox Insider Opens Door To Pursuit Of Mariners Slugger Jorge Polanco

The Boston Red Sox desperately need to add one slugger this offseason. Boston finished the 2025 season with the 15th-most home runs in the league as a team with just 186.

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / November 29

Three under-the-radar trade chips for Red Sox

While outfielders Jarren Duran and Wilyer Abreu have been the most common names mentioned in trade rumors, here are three players Boston could also consider moving.

Hal Steinbrenner’s comments on Yankees’ profits point to a larger issue

After Blue Jays boost rotation, will attention turn to 'No. 1 priority?'

Angels reportedly set to be rid of MLB's worst contract

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The '2018 Boston Red Sox World Series roster' quiz

Bo Bichette News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 29

Red Sox 'Monitoring' Blue Jays Star Bo Bichette: Insider

The Boston Red Sox's infield is anything but settled right now. The only guarantee right now is Trevor Story. He opted to stick around with the organization already this offseason.

Sonny Gray News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 29

Report sheds light on Red Sox' search for position players

With Sonny Gray now in the rotation, the expectation is that the Red Sox will now move on to adding a prominent bat as the next item on their to-do list.

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

MLB News / Athlon Sports / November 28

Alex Bregman sends message to Cody Bellinger after Yankees report

This interaction comes after a report from Mark Feinsand of MLB.com predicting Bellinger's next team.

Pete Alonso linked to an AL contender in free agency

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The 'Famous MLB families' quiz

Vinny Capra News / Total Apex Sports / November 28

Boston Red Sox Sign Brewers Opening Day Starter To Minor League Deal

The Boston Red Sox have made a move to bolster their organizational depth, signing versatile infielder Vinny Capra to a minor league contract. While the team continues to explore major moves this offseason, this signing provides valuable experience and flexibility for the upper levels of their minor league system.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / November 28

Pete Alonso linked to an AL contender in free agency

Pete Alonso may have an intriguing opportunity just a couple hundred miles northeast.

25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2026

The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz

J.T. Realmuto News / Total Apex Sports / November 27

Boston Red Sox Are Showing Interest In JT Realmuto

The Boston Red Sox will look to add to their roster after returning to the playoffs last season, ultimately losing to the Yankees in three games in the Wild Card Series.

Lucas Giolito News / Just Baseball / November 26

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Lucas Giolito

Ordered restored for right-handed pitcher Lucas Giolito in 2025. After missing the 2024 season to injury and preceding that with two seasons as one of the worst qualified starters in baseball, the right-hander helped anchor a very good Boston Red Sox pitching staff.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 25

Red Sox expected to prioritize offense after Sonny Gray trade

Chris Cotillo of MassLive and Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic each write that while further starting pitching adds are possible, the Red Sox are now likely to prioritize bringing in a power bat.

J.T. Realmuto News / Larry Brown Sports / November 26

Red Sox linked to a three-time All-Star in free agency

The Boston Red Sox are apparently hitting multiple fronts this offseason in an effort to improve.

Red Sox add needed second starter in trade with Cardinals

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The '2018 Boston Red Sox World Series roster' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 26

Red Sox add needed second starter in trade with Cardinals

President of baseball operations Craig Breslow had been clear that the Red Sox wanted to add a second top-of-the-rotation starter behind Garrett Crochet.

Red Sox linked to a three-time All-Star in free agency

Diamondbacks 'listening' to Ketel Marte offers, but trade will be expensive

Three landing spots for Devin Williams

Could Dodgers look to pair of familiar faces to address needs?

Tatsuya Imai comments on the Dodgers: 'I want to beat them!'

KBO stars who MLB teams should pursue