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Ceddanne Rafaela's pinch-hit homer powers Red Sox past Phillies

Ceddanne Rafaela hit a two-run homer and Trevor Story also went deep, propelling the Boston Red Sox to a 3-1 victory over the visiting Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday night.

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Will The Red Sox and Phillies get rained out?

Below is a loop of this morning’s HRRR weather model simulating conditions over the northeast U.S. between Noon and Midnight: As you can see, there’s going to be a strong southerly fetch of moisture off the Atlantic into eastern New England for several hours during the afternoon and early evening.

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The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

The 'American League MVPs' quiz

The 'Last 40-homer season by MLB team' quiz

Garrett Crochet News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 13

Red Sox Get Big Win From Garrett Crochet’s Shoulder Rehab

There's no denying the fact that the Boston Red Sox need Garrett Crochet on the mound to be at their best. Crochet is an absolute game-changer. Last year, Crochet logged a 2.59 ERA in 32 starts for the Red Sox in his first season with the organization.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Roman Anthony News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 13

Red Sox Not Sending Cheery Signals on Roman Anthony's Return

Wednesday is Roman Anthony's 22nd birthday, but it's not as easy as Boston Red Sox fans would have liked to celebrate their young star. For the seventh-straight game, Anthony won't be in the Red Sox's starting lineup after spraining his right wrist on May 4 against the Detroit Tigers.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / May 13

Red Sox Legend David Ortiz Shares Personal Move on Wednesday

David Ortiz had an incredible career in MLB spent with the Minnesota Twins and Boston Red Sox. Ortiz was inducted into the Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility back in January 2022, and it was well deserved.

Willson Contreras News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 13

Red Sox-Phillies Lineup: Ceddanne Rafela Missing, Willson Contreras Returns

The Boston Red Sox will look to get back on track on Wednesday night against the Philadelphia Phillies and fortunately will have Willson Contreras back in the lineup.

Triston Casas News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 13

Triston Casas Set for Re-Evaluation as Red Sox Seek Clarity

When will Triston Casas return for the Boston Red Sox? Casas is on the 60-Day Injured List right now. Casas was brought along slowly throughout Spring Training after his 2025 season was cut short after her ruptured his left patellar tendon.

MLB News / Yardbarker

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / May 13

Red Sox Bingo is here! Win a prize!

Last year, Dan and I recorded a pre-season podcast where we drafted spots for a Red Sox Bingo card that we never ended up making. I never ended up making.

Kyle Schwarber News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 13

Red Sox's Kyle Schwarber Shame Worsened By Slugger's Latest Quote

Not signing a marquee free agent is one thing, but putting in a lackluster effort is cause for second-guessing. Especially when you're the Boston Red Sox and that free agent is Kyle Schwarber.

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The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz

The 'Active NBA double-double leaders' quiz

The 'Active playoff scoring leaders' quiz

The 'Most 25-point NBA Playoff games' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / Inside The Diamonds / May 13

Boston Red Sox News & Notes 05/13/2026

The Boston Red Sox dropped to 17-24 last night. They’re 11 games back of the Rays for first place in the American League East. They’re three games back of the Chicago White Sox for the final spot in the American League wild card standings.

Boston Red Sox News / Viral Sports News / May 13

Former Boston Red Sox Pitcher Has Reportedly Died

Baseball carried Rick Kreuger on an extraordinary journey that spanned continents and iconic ballparks. From his early days wearing the uniform of the Boston Red Sox during one of their most celebrated eras to sharing a dugout with the legendary Sadaharu Oh, his path reflected the dreams of many aspiring players.

Trevor Story News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 13

Red Sox Already Have Trevor Story Insurance in Top Prospect

The Boston Red Sox have a lot of problems on offense right now. Arguably, the Red Sox's offensive struggles aren't tied to just one person. It's a sum of the parts and Boston's offense in general has been bad.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 13

Did Red Sox fans with brown bags on heads behind home plate get punished?

The Boston Red Sox fell to the Philadelphia Phillies 2-1 on Tuesday. With the loss, the team dropped to 17-24. It has been a season of ineptitude for the Red Sox, as the offense is 27th in runs scored, while the pitching has been average.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 13

Red Sox's Latest Anti-Achievement Is Too Sad to Believe

The Boston Red Sox aren't just struggling to hit. They're inventing all-new methods of being shut down. During a Tuesday night loss to the Philadelphia Phillies at Fenway Park, the Red Sox got off to a very slow start.

Boston Red Sox News / Total Pro Sports / May 13

MLB Rumors: Analyst Sees Red Sox Parting Ways With Injured Pitcher

The Red Sox thought they were building around one of baseball’s most dominant arms. Now, they might be staring at an uncomfortable reality at the trade deadline instead.

Ketel Marte News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 13

This Red Sox-Ketel Marte Trade Would Fix Boston’s Ailing Offense

The Boston Red Sox need to find some sort of way to break out of this early-slump that they find themselves in. Boston simply can't get out of its own way.

Willson Contreras News / Athlon Sports / May 13

Red Sox Get Positive Willson Contreras Update

The Boston Red Sox sorely missed Willson Contreras on Tuesday night for the series opener against the Philadelphia Phillies. Despite out hitting the visiting Phillies seven to five and allowing just two runs, the Red Sox could not muster enough offense to steal a win off of Zack Wheeler.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 13

Red Sox Find Another Painful New Way to Lose in 2026

When your team is struggling to win in Major League Baseball, it sometimes seems as if the universe is conspiring to create new, painful ways to lose every night.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 12

Phillies and Red Sox experiencing different results after early managerial changes

The American League East and National League East both have several disappointing teams this season, but chief among them seem to be the Boston Red Sox and the Philadelphia Phillies. As a result, each made early managerial changes, but only one team has gotten favorable results so far.

The Phillies have made a dramatic shift under Don Mattingly

Concern levels for MLB's slumping stars

Watch: Giants break out a bizarre three-man celebration vs. Dodgers

Can Alek Thomas become the Dodgers' latest reclamation project?

Luke Heyman News / Blogging the Red Sox / May 11

Red Sox catching prospect Luke Heyman off to strong start with Low-A Salem

Six weeks into his first full professional season, it appears as though Red Sox catching prospect Luke Heyman may be ready for a new challenge. Heyman, whom the Red Sox acquired from the Mariners for reliever Alex Hoppe in November, has been on an offensive tear as of late for Low-A Salem.

Brooks Brannon News / Blogging the Red Sox / May 11

Red Sox’ Brooks Brannon named Eastern League Player of the Week

Red Sox power-hitting prospect Brooks Brannon has been named the Eastern League Player of the Week for the week of May 4-10, Minor League Baseball announced on Monday.

Payton Tolle News / HITC / May 11

Payton Tolle’s emotional reaction to SO while Red Sox were losing has been explained

The Boston Red Sox lost more momentum on Mother’s Day, falling 4-1 to the Tampa Bay Rays after dropping two of three at Fenway Park. Boston left nine runners on base, scored only once, and saw Trevor Story’s third-inning error contribute to another frustrating afternoon.

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / May 11

Jarren Duran deletes Instagram amid dispute with reporter

It's been a long season for the Boston Red Sox, and it's only the middle of May. That includes a very slow start for former All-Star Game MVP Jarren Duran.

Payton Tolle’s emotional reaction to SO while Red Sox were losing has been explained

Red Sox’ All-Star Emerges as Leading Trade Candidate

Red Sox Have Trevor Story Problem Growing Bigger By the Day

The '2018 Boston Red Sox World Series roster' quiz

Sonny Gray News / Total Pro Sports / May 11

Red Sox Rumors: Sonny Gray Emerges As Top Trade Candidate For Boston

The Boston Red Sox made several high-profile signings this winter to push the team forward after ending a four-year playoff drought last season. Sonny Gray was the chief addition to their pitching staff.

Willson Contreras News / Field Level Media / May 10

Red Sox 1B Willson Contreras (hand) exits after being hit by pitch

Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras left Sunday's game after being hit on the right hand by a pitch from Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Nick Martinez in the first inning.