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New Red Sox Report Bad News For Pursuit Of Multiple Big Bats

Although there isn't a publicly-availabke budget for the Boston Red Sox, the picture is starting to get a little clearer about what fans should expect for the 2026 season.

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Where do Red Sox stand with budget heading into offseason?

In the aftermath of the Sonny Gray trade, Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow made it clear that the team’s plan was to focus on upgrading an offense that saw Alex Bregman opt out of his contract and head back to free agency this winter (not to mention traded away Rafael Devers back in June).

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

Ex-Red Sox Chris Murphy Has Honest Admission On Trade To Last-Place White Sox

Sometimes in Major League Baseball, getting traded is a compliment. The Boston Red Sox were happy with the contributions they got from left-hander Chris Murphy this year, but didn't foresee a huge role for him going forward.

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

New Details Emerge After Red Sox's Sonny Gray Blockbuster

The Boston Red Sox already have added a much-needed starting pitcher this offseason. It was a great idea to bring Sonny Gray into the organization, but he's a short term fix for the rotation.

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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

The 'Multiple MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

The 'MLB home run record by position' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / November 30

Red Sox 2025 November Approval Polling: How are they doing?

As the offseason gets ready to kick into high gear, now’s a good time check in with you, the Over The Monster community and gauge fan opinion on how the Red Sox are doing across the organization.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

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.

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.

Kristian Campbell News / Over The Monster / November 29

Red Sox News & Links: Kristian Campbell to play winter ball

We heard rumors about this a few weeks ago but now it’s official: the Red Sox will send Kristian Campbell to the Caribbean for a little bit of winter ball this offseason.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

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

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

Craig Breslow Addresses Red Sox Fans' Biggest Sonny Gray Trade Fears

Boston Red Sox fans can find excuses to be upset about just about any move the team makes, and the Sonny Gray trade is a layup for those folks. Gray is headed into his age-36 season, and judging by his 4.28 ERA last season, he looks like a mid-rotation starter with below-average velocity.

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

The 'Turkey Leg/Galloping Gobbler winners' quiz

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

The 'Most 3-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz

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

Red Sox All-Star Could Be Next Big Name Out Of Boston

The Boston Red Sox have been the subject of trade rumors all throughout the offseason so and most have involved the outfield in some way. When you have the level of talent Boston has, that's going to be the case.

Jarren Duran News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 28

Red Sox Hypothetical Jarren Duran Blockbuster Worth Exploring

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran has been the subject of trade rumors all offseason to this point. Most recently, Kansas City Royals beat reporter Anne Rogers of MLB.com reported that Boston's current asking price is "too high" for the Royals, but that they thought the Royals could make a play for him.

Payton Tolle News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 28

Payton Tolle Trade Would Be Massive Mistake For Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox have swung one major trade this offseason and have the means to get more done if the front office sees fit. Boston sent Richard Fitts and Brandon Clarke to the St.

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.

Boston Red Sox News / CBSSports.com / November 28

MLB rumors: Red Sox interested in signing multiple big bats, division champ could cut payroll

Here's the Black Friday scuttle from baseball's hot stove

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 28

Red Sox, Dodgers, Twins 'Ridiculous' Mock Trade Is Crazy Enough To Work

The Boston Red Sox have gotten one trade done already this offseason. Could there be more on the way? If so, the most obvious way forward would be trading from the team's surplus of talented outfielders.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 28

Red Sox Acquire 29-Year-Old Ex-Blue Jays, Brewers Infielder

It certainly won't be the flashiest addition they make all offseason, but the Boston Red Sox picked up a new infielder earlier this week. This Boston team has consistently valued versatility of late, with players like Romy Gonzalez, Nate Eaton, and Nick Sogard proving their ability to play multiple positions.

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