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MLB News / Over The Monster / September 18
Red Sox travel to Tampa to face Rays, move magic number down 
Three. That’s what the Red Sox care about right now. Both as the Magic Number and the number worn by Ceddanne Rafaela. It’s also Ranger Suarez’s ERA. All of it.
Boston Red Sox News / Baseball Now / September 18
Red Sox Magic Number: Could Clinch Against Rays
The Boston Red Sox are on the cusp of clinching a postseason spot, and it could happen as soon as Saturday. The Red Sox's magic number is at three, after their series loss to the Texas Rangers. The Red Sox are 5 games up on the final wild card spot, currently owned by the Cleveland Guardians.
Aroldis Chapman News / Baseball Now / September 18
Red Sox Monitoring Injury For Aroldis Chapman As Postseason Nears
Aroldis Chapman has not pitched since Sunday, and when he was not used with a one-run lead in the ninth inning on Thursday, interim manager Chad Tracy was asked for an explanation.
The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz
How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Johan Oviedo News / Over The Monster / September 18
Red Sox Minor Lines: Johan Oviedo makes his return to the mound
Only one minor league affiliate is still playing, and they were shut out on a two-hitter last night. But the show must go on! Johan Oviedo beat the buzzer and got back on the mound in a rehab game on Thursday night.
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
Boston Red Sox News / Baseball Now / September 18
Johan Oviedo Wants To Return In Any Role To Help Red Sox After Missing Nearly Entire Season
The Boston Red Sox acquired Johan Oviedo from the Pittsburgh Pirates in the winter, thinking he would be their No. 5 starter. However, Connelly Early won that job in spring training, and Oviedo was relegated to the bullpen.
Caleb Durbin News / Baseball Now / September 18
Red Sox's Caleb Durbin Provides Details On Injury He's Playing Through
The Boston Red Sox are getting ready for the postseason, and their starting third baseman has been playing hurt. Caleb Durbin dislocated his pinky earlier in the year and then reinjured it.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / September 18
4 Red Sox Veterans Who Aren’t Locks for 2026 Playoff Roster
The Boston Red Sox's magic number to clinch a postseason berth is down to three and we should see the club get over the hump in the next few days. Now, of course, Boston hasn't been red-hot recently, to say the least.
Willson Contreras News / Baseball Now / September 18
Red Sox's Willson Contreras Comments On Injury After X-Rays Show No Fracture
Willson Contreras was hit by a pitch in the hand during the Boston Red Sox's win over the Texas Rangers on Thursday. Contreras exited the game after what was his 24th hit-by-pitch of the season.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / September 18
Red Sox Get Willson Contreras, Aroldis Chapman News Following Rangers Win
The Boston Red Sox received encouraging injury news on two important players following Thursday’s 4-3 comeback win over the Texas Rangers. First baseman Willson Contreras avoided a major injury after being hit on the right hand by a pitch in the eighth inning.
Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / September 18
The Red Sox should love their bullpen setup entering the postseason
The Red Sox have just nine games left in the regular season before an all-but-inevitable trip to battle the Yankees in New York for the Wild Card game. Boston’s magic number sits at three entering play on Friday, so the ballclub still has business to take care of to ensure a return to the postseason.
Willson Contreras News / Viral Sports News / September 18
Red Sox Star Willson Contreras Reveals Frustrating Injury Update
Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras left Thursday night’s game after taking a pitch off his right hand, then said X-rays showed no break even though the blow felt familiar and left him numb.
Aroldis Chapman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 17
Red Sox’s Aroldis Chapman dealing with concerning lat injury with playoffs approaching
In signature 2026 Boston Red Sox fashion, they rallied late and completed a comeback from three runs down against the Texas Rangers after they scored three runs in the eighth to take a 4-3 lead they would not relinquish.
Trevor Story News / Field Level Media / September 17
Red Sox salvage finale in Texas thanks to Trevor Story's 3-run homer
Trevor Story hit a three-run homer in the eighth inning as the Boston Red Sox overcame a three-run deficit to defeat the Texas Rangers 4-3 on Thursday in Arlington, Texas.
Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / September 17
How top Red Sox draft picks Jake Schaffner, Owen Hull fared in pro debuts
With their first two picks in this summer’s draft, the Red Sox not only took a pair of teammates, but also a pair of roommates from the University of North Carolina who share similar backgrounds.
Sonny Gray News / Larry Brown Sports / September 18
Report: Sonny Gray could pull a shocker this offseason
Instead of securing the bag this offseason, Sonny Gray might potentially be walking away from the bag. The Boston Red Sox pitcher Gray could possibly retire after this season, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reported on Thursday.
Boston Red Sox News / Viral Sports News / September 17
Boston Red Sox Announce Decision on 275-Pound Pitcher
The Boston Red Sox have sent right-hander Johan Oviedo on a rehabilitation assignment to Triple-A Worcester, giving the 28-year-old his first game action since late March after a season-long battle with a right flexor strain, via the MLB transaction log.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 17
Four managerial fits for MLB teams that could make a change
With the offseason approaching, several recognizable names could make sense for a few clubs looking for a different direction.
Braiden Ward News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 17
Red Sox Weighing Possible Playoff Promotion For Braiden Ward
The Red Sox are considering carrying outfielder Braiden Ward on their playoff roster, writes Chris Cotillo of MassLive. Interim manager Chad Tracy, who briefly managed Ward in the minors, publicly addressed the possibility on Wednesday.
Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / September 16
Red Sox IF prospect Mason White named 2026 South Atlantic League All-Star
Red Sox infield prospect Mason White has been named a 2026 South Atlantic League All-Star, Minor League Baseball announced on Wednesday. White, Boston’s fourth-round pick in the 2025 draft out of Arizona, opened his first full professional season at High-A Greenville.
Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / September 16
Red Sox Manager Delivers Season-Ending News Before Rangers Game
Boston Red Sox interim manager Chad Tracy delivered a season-ending update on reliever Justin Slaten before Tuesday’s series opener against the Texas Rangers.
Justin Slaten News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 15
Red Sox Expect Justin Slaten To Miss Remainder Of 2026
The Red Sox don’t expect reliever Justin Slaten to return this season, interim manager Chad Tracy told reporters (links via Tim Healey of The Boston Globe and Perla Paredes of MLB.com).
Trevor Story News / Yardbarker / September 14
Trevor Story continues to provide late-game insurance for Red Sox
The 33-year-old missed about four months rehabbing from sports hernia surgery but provided an immediate impact upon his return.
Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / September 13
Payton Tolle's immaculate 1st, Roman Anthony's hit lift Boston past KC
Roman Anthony's two-out RBI single in the seventh inning snapped a 1-1 tie, lifting the Boston Red Sox to a 4-1 win over the visiting Kansas City Royals in the rain-delayed rubber game of their series on Sunday.
Boston Red Sox News / Larry Brown Sports / September 11
Garrett Crochet takes another step toward postseason return
The Boston Red Sox are currently second in the American League wild-card race, and they are sure hoping starting pitcher Garret Crochet can return for the postseason.
Adley Rutschman News / Yardbarker / September 8
Adley Rutschman heating up for Red Sox after slow start
Rutschman has been heating up at the plate for the Boston Red Sox following his slow start since joining the team at the MLB trade deadline.
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