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Hunter Dobbins shuts down Yankees to lift Red Sox

Hunter Dobbins threw six shutout innings to lead the host Boston Red Sox to a 4-3 win over the New York Yankees Saturday. After beating New York 2-1 Friday, the Red Sox have a chance to sweep the Yankees for the first time since August 2023.

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Red Sox Could Cut Ties With 7-Time All-Star In Deadline Trade With Mets

The narrative that the Boston Red Sox might be trade deadline sellers crystallized a few weeks back, but they could become a thing of the past soon. Thanks to a 6-2 stretch in the last nine days, the Red Sox are one win away from getting back to .500 for the first time since May 24.

Alex Bregman News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 14

Alex Bregman Eyeing Shortcut To Speed Up Red Sox Return

The Boston Red Sox don't have Alex Bregman back in the mix yet at third base, but he's working hard to get back on the field for Red Sox fans. Bregman hasn't appeared in a big league game since May 23rd due to a quad injury.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 14

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Jarren Duran News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 14

Red Sox Could Trade Jarren Duran For Rising Lefty Pitching Prospect

The Boston Red Sox shouldn't give up on 2025, but their future is even more exciting to think about. As chief baseball officer Craig Breslow surveys the summer market for Boston's biggest need -- starting pitching -- he might feel the need to do so while planning for the next five years, which promise to be electrifying for the Red Sox.

Carlos Narvaez News / Blogging the Red Sox / June 14

How has ex-Red Sox pitching prospect Elmer Rodriguez fared since being traded to Yankees?

In light of Carlos Narvaez’s late-game heroics against his former team at Fenway Park on Friday night, it feels like an appropriate time to check in on how the prospect the Red Sox dealt to the Yankees for their breakout catcher in what looked like a minor trade six months ago is faring in his new organization so far.

Aaron Judge News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 14

Red Sox Predicted To Select Aaron Judge-Like Prospect

Who are the Boston Red Sox going to add in the first round of the 2025 Major League Baseball Draft? Fans don't have to wait much longer to find out. If you follow the trends by Boston, it seems like a safe bet that Boston will go with an offensive piece in the first round.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 14

Alex Cora confirms Rafael Devers ‘is my DH’ amid Red Sox positional drama

Rafael Devers served as the Boston Red Sox’s third baseman for the majority of his healthy seven seasons. However, Boston brought in Alex Bregman this offseason, bumping Devers off of his normal spot in the hot corner.

Aaron Boone News / Athlon Sports / June 14

Red Sox Network Mocks Boone After Ejection Calls Him 'Tantrum Artist'

Aaron Boone’s reputation as the most ejection-prone manager in baseball was already well earned. But after Friday night’s heated loss at Fenway Park, one Boston writer made it personal.

Wilyer Abreu News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 14

Red Sox Get Wilyer Abreu's Expected Return Date As Huge Decision Looms

The Boston Red Sox have kicked the can down the road all season. Soon, that objective will become much more difficult. Integrating three star prospects onto the big-league roster has been a serious challenge for the Red Sox, one they've only been able to accomplish because of injuries.

MLB News / Last Word On Sports / June 14

Red Sox Relief Pitcher Is Good Trade Fit For Phillies

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman would be a great addition to the Phillies bullpen. Former general manager Jim Bowden, now at The Athletic, recently mentioned Chapman as a fit for the Phillies.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / June 14

Red Sox Trade Pitch Sends All-Star Closer to Mets

The Boston Red Sox's 2-1 series-opening win over the rival New York Yankees on Friday night provided much-needed momentum to a team that has fallen short of expectations early in the 2025 season.

Garrett Crochet News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 14

Red Sox Avoided Paying Astronomical Sum With Garrett Crochet Decision

The Boston Red Sox entered the 2025 season with a clear mission: return to contention after missing the playoffs in five of the past six years. A key part of their strategy was securing a cornerstone pitcher to lead their rotation, and Boston's office made a big splash by trading for a young ace in December: Garrett Crochet.

Brian Van Belle News / Field Level Media / June 14

Reds acquire RHP Brian Van Belle from Red Sox

The Cincinnati Reds acquired right-hander Brian Van Belle from the Boston Red Sox on Saturday in exchange for cash considerations. The Reds optioned Van Belle to Triple-A Louisville.

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Alex Bregman’s Bold Take On Red Sox Phenom Roman Anthony

There's a lot to like about the Boston Red Sox right now, despite all of the injuries. Boston has won three straight games and six of its last eight games.

Tanner Houck News / Athlon Sports / June 14

Red Sox Give Positive Tanner Houck Update

A month after going down with a right flexor pronator strain, Tanner Houck is nearing a return. Alex Cora delivered a positive update on Friday after Houck completed an up-and-down session.

Trevor Story News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 14

Red Sox Predicted To Acquire Speedy SS As Potential Trevor Story Replacement

The future of the Boston Red Sox's shortstop position will be highly intriguing to follow. Trevor Story, the current starter, is owed $50 million from 2026 to 2027, He's steadied his offensive production over the last two weeks, so it doesn't look like he'll lose his spot on the team this year, but that could be in play in seasons to come.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / June 14

Red Sox’s Garrett Crochet Makes Boston History Against Yankees

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Garrett Crochet put together the performance of the season on Friday night in a 2-1 win against the New York Yankees. He was dominant in over eight innings, striking out seven and earning a shot to clinch a complete game shutout.