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Red Sox’s Garrett Crochet admits confusion after complete game vs. Rays

The Boston Red Sox rode a brilliant complete-game shutout from Garrett Crochet to a 1-0 win over the Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday at Fenway Park, securing their ninth consecutive victory.

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Garrett Crochet tosses complete game shutout, Red Sox beat Rays

Garrett Crochet tossed a complete-game shutout and the Boston Red Sox extended their winning streak to nine games with a 1-0 victory over the visiting Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday.

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Aroldis Chapman News / Athlon Sports / July 12

Aroldis Chapman is a realistic target—and might be the missing piece for Detroit’s bullpen.

The Tigers have earned the right to dream big. They’ve spent most of the summer at the top of the AL, with a lineup that scores runs, a rotation led by a Cy Young winner, and a bullpen that’s been better than expected.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / July 12

Red Sox Predicted To Bring 21-Year-Old Shortstop Prodigy To Boston

The Boston Red Sox have killed the Major League Baseball Draft this decade. Marcelo Mayer. Roman Anthony. Kristian Campbell. Kyle Teel and Braden Montgomery.

Alex Bregman News / Athlon Sports / July 12

Tigers May Get Second Chance to Land Alex Bregman at the Deadline

The Tigers are circling back on a name they seriously considered this winter. According to former MLB GM and current analyst Jim Bowden, Detroit is one of three teams keeping tabs on Alex Bregman as the trade deadline approaches.

Ceddanne Rafaela News / Fastball on SI / July 12

Breakout Star Ceddanne Rafaela on Hot Streak Fit For Boston Red Sox History Books

Ceddanne Rafaela's walk-off home run against the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday night didn't come out of nowhere. The Boston Red Sox center fielder has been on a tear for over a month, batting .331 with a 1.017 OPS dating back to Memorial Day.

Alex Bregman News / Boston Red Sox on SI / July 12

Why Isn't Red Sox's Alex Bregman Hustling On Ground Balls? Superstar Explains

Keen observers of the Boston Red Sox's game on Friday night likely noticed that Alex Bregman looked a little different in his return to action. Bregman made his first appearance for the Red Sox at third base after missing 43 games due to a right quad strain.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 12

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Padres' bullpen shines in 4-2 win over Phillies

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Padres LHP Adrian Morejon to replace Phillies' Zack Wheeler at All-Star Game

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Hunter Dobbins News / Field Level Media / July 12

Red Sox RHP Hunter Dobbins tears right ACL

Boston Red Sox pitcher Hunter Dobbins tore his right anterior cruciate ligament Friday night and was placed on the 15-day injured list Saturday. The team did not announce a timeline for the rookie right-hander's recovery or plans for surgery.

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Jarren Duran News / Athlon Sports / July 12

ESPN's Jeff Passan: Red Sox Star 'Strongly' Linked to Padres

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran has recently been in the middle of trade talks. Duran is 28 years old and coming off an All-Star season. His numbers have dipped a little this year, but he's still put up a strong start to 2025.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 12

Red Sox place Hunter Dobbins on 15-day IL due to ACL tear

Hunter Dobbins’ 2025 season is over, as the Red Sox placed the right-hander on the 15-day injured list due to a right ACL tear. Right-hander Richard Fitts was called up from Triple-A to take Dobbins’ spot on the active roster.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / July 12

Red Sox CBO Craig Breslow Responds To Viral 'Keep Duran' Chants

Many of the Boston Red Sox's players have to be on pins and needles these day, Jarren Duran especially. Duran was an All-Star last season and hasn't had a bad year in 2025 by any means.

Alex Cora News / Boston Red Sox on SI / July 12

Red Sox's Alex Cora Sends Warning Message To Rest Of MLB

Things couldn't be going much better for the Boston Red Sox right now. Friday night's win was the kind of storybook moment that successful seasons are built upon.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 12

Alex Cora gives major Red Sox endorsement amid 8-game winning streak

The 2025 season has been a rather eventful one for the Boston Red Sox. And yet they’ve played average baseball for most of the year, being a .500 team for much of it.

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / July 11

Red Sox stay hot with walk-off win over Rays

Don't look now, but the Boston Red Sox are surging before the upcoming All-Star break.

Red Sox reportedly showing interest in breakout starter

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Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / July 11

Alex Bregman's Future With Red Sox Gets Important Update from Craig Breslow

The Boston Red Sox will have some difficult decisions to make in the offseason, but they could eliminate one of those by giving Alex Bregman the type of contract he's looking for right now. According to reports, if the Red Sox and Bregman don't come to an agreement on a deal before the trade deadline, it's possible he could be dealt.