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Hot-hitting Red Sox hope to continue feasting on Rockies

The Boston Red Sox are facing a light portion of their schedule and taking advantage of it. Alex Cora's club has scored 76 runs and hit 16 home runs in the past nine games and will try for a fifth win in a row when a three-game series against the visiting Colorado Rockies continues on Tuesday night.

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Red Sox’s Alex Bregman offers optimistic return timeline ahead of MLB All-Star break

The Boston Red Sox are riding a four-game winning streak and gaining ground in the AL East, but the biggest boost might still be coming. Alex Bregman’s injury update on Monday came with real optimism, as the star third baseman told reporters he’s targeting a return before or just after the MLB All-Star break 2025.

Boston Red Sox News / New Baseball Media / July 8

2025 Injury Report: Updates on Bregman, Miller, Yoshida

On a light day across Major League Baseball, there wasn’t a ton of injury-related news. However, there were important updates nonetheless. Namely, the Red Sox will be getting left-handed hitting Masataka Yoshida back for the first time this season.

Roman Anthony News / Field Level Media / July 7

Roman Anthony's hot bat leads Red Sox in rout of Rockies

Roman Anthony hit his first career home run at Fenway Park en route to his sixth multi-hit game in his last nine, as the Boston Red Sox rolled past the Colorado Rockies 9-3 in the opener of a three-game series on Monday night.

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Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / July 8

Red Sox OF prospect Justin Gonzales recognized as Carolina League Player of the Week

Red Sox outfield prospect Justin Gonzales has been named the Carolina League Player of the Week for the week of June 30-July 6, Minor League Baseball announced on Monday.

Ceddanne Rafaela News / Inside The Diamonds / July 8

Ceddanne Rafaela Is on a Tear

The Boston Red Sox won their fourth straight game as they are closing in on a Wild Card spot. They are benefiting from a relatively easy schedule. The big test will come following the All-Star break when they face the Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago Cubs, and Los Angeles Dodgers.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 7

Alex Bregman, Yoshida get eye-opening injury updates

The Boston Red Sox have won six of their last eight matchups after busting out of a six-game losing streak at the end of June. The team now gets to sink its teeth into a historically bad Colorado Rockies team as Boston attempts to get back into the playoff picture.

Giancarlo Stanton News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 7

Giancarlo Stanton nearly traded to Red Sox, per former Boston exec

Sometimes it’s fun to look back and see what could have been. That was something ESPN recently did in a column featuring current and former executives sharing inside stories about what it’s like working in the front office.

Allan Castro News / Blogging the Red Sox / July 7

Red Sox OF prospect Allan Castro recognized as Eastern League Player of the Week

Red Sox outfield prospect Allan Castro has been named the Eastern League Player of the Week for the week of June 30-July 6, Minor League Baseball announced on Monday.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / July 7

Red Sox Came Close To Acquiring Legendary 6-Time All-Star

The Boston Red Sox have been known to go big in the trade market and a former team executive pulled back the curtain on a deal that almost happened on Monday.

Garrett Crochet News / Athlon Sports / July 7

Garrett Crochet Sends Huge Message to Red Sox's Front Office Ahead of Trade Deadline

There haven't been many bright spots for the Boston Red Sox throughout the year, but it's tough to ignore what left-handed Garrett Crochet has done throughout the year.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / July 7

Red Sox Get Clarity On Return Date For 1 Of 2 Key Injured Sluggers

Monday was a big day for Boston Red Sox injury news, specifically regarding outfielder/designated hitter and third baseman Alex Bregman. Yoshida's case is much more straightforward.

Boston Red Sox News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 7

Boston Red Sox $90 Million Man Set to End Minor League Rehab Assignment

According to Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora, Masataka Yoshida is set to end his minor league rehab assignment this week. He should be activated from the injured list on Wednesday, as Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports: Cora said Yoshida is likely to be activated Wednesday.

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Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / July 7

Red Sox Almost Landed MVP Before Yankees, Per Ex-Boston Exec

The Boston Red Sox have pulled off some impactful trades over the years. That's obviously an understatement. Boston has thrived in the trade market with the club's most recent big deal being for Garrett Crochet.

Triston Casas News / Athlon Sports / July 7

Red Sox Reportedly Have Harsh Triston Casas Feelings Despite Injury

Unfortunately, the Boston Red Sox have dealt with some injuries throughout the year, including to young first basemen, Triston Casas. Casas had a gruesome knee injury and has been out for quite a bit now, as he had surgery that was scene-ending.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / July 7

Alex Cora Sounds Off On News Of Red Sox's All-Star Selections

Alex Cora entered the winter not knowing he would be managing any of the Boston Red Sox players who made the 2025 American League All-Star team. In November, the Red Sox signed closer Aroldis Chapman, now an eight-time All-Star.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 7

Executive slams Red Sox's handling of Rafael Devers trade

The Boston Red Sox's handling of the Rafael Devers trade reportedly angered a National League executive.

Red Sox closer defies Father Time, earns eighth All-Star selection

Giants activate 3B Matt Chapman (hand) from IL

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Garrett Crochet News / Boston Red Sox on SI / July 7

Garrett Crochet Takes Stance On Red Sox Trade Deadline, Ownership

The Boston Red Sox have started to turn things around over the last few days. Boston took care of business against the Washington Nationals and came away with a three-game sweep.

Craig Breslow News / Boston Red Sox on SI / July 7

Red Sox's Craig Breslow Breaks Silence On Boston's 3 All-Star Selections

There are many legitimate criticisms to levy about Craig Breslow's time as the Boston Red Sox's chief baseball officer. But from a talent standpoint, one can't deny the success of his 2024-25 offseason.

Aroldis Chapman News / Yardbarker / July 7

Red Sox closer defies Father Time, earns eighth All-Star selection

At 37-years-old Aroldis Chapman continues to throw heat as he puts together an incredibly effective season for the Red Sox.

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Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / July 6

Red Sox Predicted to Land Star Pitcher at Trade Deadline

The Boston Red Sox have been one of the more interesting teams across baseball this season. Boston is fighting for a playoff spot, both in the American League East division and within the wild-card race in the AL.

Garrett Crochet News / Field Level Media / July 6

Ace Garrett Crochet, hot-hitting Red Sox eye sweep of Nats

The visiting Boston Red Sox will look for more of the same from their offense Sunday when they try to complete a three-game sweep against the Washington Nationals.

Jarren Duran News / Fastball on SI / July 5

Jarren Duran Does Something No Other Red Sox Player Has Done in Last 100 Years of History

With a triple on Saturday, Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran made some incredible team history of the last 100 years. Per JP Long, aka @SoxNotes on social media: Jarren Duran is the only Red Sox player in the last 100 years to record 10+ triples and 10+ stolen bases in back-to-back seasons.

Alex Cora News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 5

Alex Cora Provides Multiple Big Minor League Rehab Updates For Boston Red Sox

Speaking on Saturday, Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora provided important injury updates on both Masataka Yoshida and Tanner Houck. Per Chris Cotillo of MassLive.