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Mikey Romero News / Over The Monster / April 4

Don’t forget about Red Sox prospect Mikey Romero among the infield carousel

WORCESTER, Mass. – The Red Sox drafted a plethora of blue chip prospects over a four-year stretch, with Marcelo Mayer, Roman Anthony and Kyle Teel among others. But you may forget that Anthony wasn’t the first selection for Boston back in 2022.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 4

Red Sox Provided 3 Key Reasons for Optimism in Victorious Home Opener

The Fenway Park home opener felt like it had a chance to turn ugly for the Boston Red Sox, but the celebratory mood was saved with a 5-2 victory over the San Diego Padres.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / April 3

Red Sox Minor Lines: The Salem RidgeYaks have arrived

The Greenville Drive fought back late in their season opener before ultimately falling in extras to the Greensboro Grasshoppers, 9-5 in 11 innings on Thursday.

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Boston Red Sox News / Last Word On Sports / April 3

Red Sox Roster Moves: Changes Made Ahead of Home Opener

The Boston Red Sox had their home opener against the San Diego Padres this afternoon, winning 5-2. Prior to that, however, they made a couple of changes, specifically in the bullpen.

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

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Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 3

Marcelo Mayer’s hilarious Fernando Tatis Jr. admission after big Red Sox home run

The Boston Red Sox have gotten off to a most disappointing start. After winning their opener in Cincinnati behind the pitching of star left-handed hurler Garrett Crochet, the Red Sox had lost five straight games and fallen in the basement of the American League East cellar.

MLB News / Over The Monster / April 3

Red Sox 5, Padres 2: Bats wake up in Opening Day victory

I personally wasn’t in Boston, but looking at it on TV, that was quintessential Red Sox Opening Day weather, eh? 50s and sunny, the white uniforms back on and a city wanting to kick this team in the backside.

MLB News / Sport Relay / April 3

Red Sox Win Series Opener Against Padres

The Boston Red Sox win the series opener against the San Diego Padres 5-2 on Friday afternoon at Fenway Park. Sonny Gray was much improved from his Red Sox debut against the Cincinnati Reds.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 3

Homers help Red Sox win Fenway opener vs. Padres

Willson Contreras and Marcelo Mayer both homered in the sixth inning, propelling the Boston Red Sox to a 5-2, home-opening win over the San Diego Padres on Friday afternoon.

MLB News / Inside The Diamonds / April 3

Game Recap: Red Sox Bats Come Alive, Win Home Opener Over Padres

The San Diego Padres and Boston Red Sox played the first game of their three-game series today. Sonny Gray got the ball for the Red Sox, making his Fenway Park debut.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / April 3

Alex Cora Announces Reason for Wilyer Abreu Decision Before Red Sox Game

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora has decided to keep right fielder Wilyer Abreu fifth on the batting order. Abreu, who hit 22 home runs last season, was considered to move up to third in the batting order but ultimately kept right where he's at.

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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.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 3

Xander Bogaerts' Joke on Roman Anthony Will Hit Red Sox Fans in the Feels

Roman Anthony is the new early-20s phenom of the Boston Red Sox, but before him, there was once Xander Bogaerts. Bogaerts, now the 33-year-old five-time All-Star shortstop for the San Diego Padres, played the first 10 seasons of his excellent career in Boston.

Lucas Giolito News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 3

3 Red Sox Players With Interesting Contract Options to Monitor This Season

It's very early to be thinking about contracts and other things of that nature for the Boston Red Sox, but it doesn't hurt to look ahead. Last year, one interesting contract quirk to follow all season was Lucas Giolito.

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Lucas Giolito News / Just Baseball / April 3

3 Perfect Fits for Free Agent Starting Pitcher Lucas Giolito

It’s rare that relatively talented free agent pitchers are still available over a week after a season has begun. Yet that’s exactly the case when it comes to currently unemployed starting pitcher Lucas Giolito.

Tyler Uberstine News / New Baseball Media / April 3

2026 Transactions: Red Sox Promote Uberstine, Marlins & Twins Trade

The Red Sox protected Tyler Uberstine for a reason this past winter, and now he has a chance to face Major League hitting for the first time. Uberstine was recalled from the Minors on April 3, one of several notable moves made on April 2 and 3 across the league.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 3

Red Sox pitcher’s plan after landing on IL

The Boston Red Sox are back home at Fenway Park for their opening home series of the 2026 season. The team will be taking on a rare opponent, one that fans in New England are not accustomed to seeing.

Connelly Early News / Just Baseball / April 3

Five Early Takeaways About the 2026 Boston Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox built what they felt was a roster destined for October on the basis of run prevention. However, through one week of the Major League Baseball season, it’s a roster that’s 1-5 and tied for the worst record in the league.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 3

Red Sox Place Johan Oviedo On Injured List, Recall Tyler Uberstine For MLB Debut

The Red Sox announced a slate of roster moves Friday morning, including an ominous 15-day IL placement for right-hander Johan Oviedo, who’s been diagnosed with a right elbow strain.

Boston Red Sox News / Last Word On Sports / April 2

Red Sox Start off 1-5: Is It Time To Hit the Panic Button?

The Boston Red Sox lost to the Houston Astros on Wednesday, 6-4, dropping their fifth straight and starting the season with an abysmal record of 1-5. This is odd because on paper, this roster is projected to succeed.