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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.

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Game 42: Phillies at Red Sox; Willson Contreras returns to the lineup

TV: NESN First Pitch: 6:45 p.m. ET The Red Sox and Phillies will tell us a lot about themselves during Wednesday’s matchup at Fenway Park. Boston and Philadelphia

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.

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.

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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?

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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.

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.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / May 13

Can the Red Sox make ABS challenges work for them?

Were you excited about the ABS challenge system at the start of the season? Did you think Craig Breslow’s “pitching and defense team” would be taking advantage of a new tool to help them reach the playoffs again?

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.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / May 13

Red Sox Minor Lines: A tough offensive night on the farm

As has often been the case due to the fact that so many of their Opening Day rotation members are now pitching in Boston, the WooSox ran into some early trouble and it didn’t get any better as the night went on.

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

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 / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 13

Red Sox Legend Has 'Open Invitation' to Return to Boston

When the Boston Red Sox fired former manager Alex Cora and a handful of coaches, they specifically had a different message for team legend Jason Varitek, who also is no longer with the franchise.

Jake Bennett News / Over The Monster / May 13

What do the Red Sox have in Jake Bennett?

Pitching injuries happen. They have always happened, and they always will happen. That’s why when someone says “there’s no such thing as too much pitching”, they’re correct, regardless of how much pitching that team actually has.

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Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / May 13

The Red Sox really, really cannot hit

Good morning! The Boston Red Sox have scored just four runs in their last three games. It is now abundantly clear that this is not a good offensive team.

Willson Contreras News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 12

Red Sox interim manager Chad Tracy shares Willson Contreras’ injury outlook after loss to Phillies

The Boston Red Sox received encouraging injury news Tuesday night despite another frustrating result at Fenway Park, as interim manager Chad Tracy offered a positive update on Willson Contreras following Boston’s loss to the Philadelphia Phillies.

Kyle Schwarber News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 12

Red Sox Made Huge Kyle Schwarber Mistake in Free Agency

When the 2025 Major League Baseball season came to a close, it was clear that the Boston Red Sox needed more power in the middle of the lineup. Boston was fortunate to have Alex Bregman with the club in 2025, but even with him as a member of the organization, the offense didn't have enough firepower.

Boston Red Sox News / Inside The Diamonds / May 12

Game Recap: Red Sox Home Woes Continue

Both teams were strong on the mound tonight, but the Phillies were just a little bit stronger at the plate in their 2-1 victory over the Red Sox. Jovani Morán started the game for Boston as the opener, and he allowed a solo home run to Kyle Schwarber, which made it 1-0 Phillies.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 12

Red Sox legend David Ortiz’s ‘ugliest’ story comes to light, will have fans in stitches

The Boston Red Sox created countless memorable moments during David Ortiz’s legendary career, but a recently resurfaced story involving longtime umpire Joe West may be among the funniest tales ever shared about the Hall of Fame slugger.

Roman Anthony News / Athlon Sports / May 12

Roman Anthony News Emerges After 5 Missed Games

The Boston Red Sox are entering Tuesday’s series against the Philadelphia Phillies sitting at 17-23. Boston has not lived up to expectations early in 2026, and to make matters worse they are currently without one of their best players in outfielder Roman Anthony.

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

Red Sox Have Reasons for Optimism With Roman Anthony, Garrett Crochet

Two of the most prominent members of the Boston Red Sox are currently on the shelf in Roman Anthony and Garrett Crochet. Anthony hasn't played in a game since May 4, after he left early with what the club initially called "right wrist discomfort." Over the next few days, the hope was that Anthony wouldn't need an injured list stint.

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

Red Sox Post Grim Lineup With Willson Contreras, Roman Anthony Out

The Boston Red Sox announced their lineup without Willson Contreras on Tuesday, and the results were... quite something. Facing longtime Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler in his fourth start back from shoulder surgery, the Red Sox were missing Contreras, who suffered a right-hand contusion on a hit-by-pitch in Sunday's game.

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.

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

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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.