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Retooling the 2015 Boston Red Sox

Following a disappointing 2014 season, Boston’s front office had plenty on its hands. The Red Sox couldn’t afford another offseason like the last; losing fan favorite All-Star Jacoby Ellsbury to the New York Yankees was enough for a fanbase that had just watched their team finish last in the AL East a year after the 2013 World Series.

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Blue Jays at Red Sox; Sonny Gray looks to avoid sweep

TV: NESN First Pitch: 1:35 p.m. ET The Red Sox and Blue Jays will wrap up what has been an astonishingly consistent series on Thursday at Fenway Park. Boston puts tons of guys on base, none of them score, they lose.

Patrick Sandoval News / Over The Monster / June 18

Red Sox Minor Lines: Patrick Sandoval strikes out 4 in 3-inning rehab stint

In a bullpen game, the WooSox ended up fending off the IronPigs in extra innings. (Phillies AAA) Just as Nathan Hickey (who homered) and Vinny Capra (who drove in the game’s opening run) helped put some early runs on the board, they helped put plenty of padding on during a tenth inning offensive outburst with a knock apiece.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / June 18

Can the Red Sox duplicate what the Scots brought to Fenway Park?

In what has been a confounding and sometimes miserable season, the Tartan Army invasion of Fenway Park has been a breath of fresh air. Yes, they’ve been a delight in Boston as a whole as well: putting traffic cones on statutes, drinking beers, exuding joy upon seeing a real yellow school bus.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

Can you name the last player to hit a single, double, triple and home run in one game for every MLB franchise? Five minutes are on the clock.

The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

The '10-K games with less than 100 pitches' quiz

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 18

Red Sox Hit New Low as Trade Buzz Grows Louder: 'It's Brutal'

The Boston Red Sox reached a new rock bottom on Wednesday night. Boston faced off against the Toronto Blue Jays and had another brutal showing offensively and lost, 3-0.

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 / Inside The Diamonds / June 18

Boston Red Sox Notebook: Third Straight Loss, Rehab Updates, and More

The Boston Red Sox dropped their third straight, dropping to 29–42. They’re 15.5 games back of the Yankees for the American League East. They’re 5.5 games back of the Athletics for the final spot in the American League wild card standings.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / June 18

Will a looming lockout in 2027 impact the Red Sox at the trade deadline?

There’s terrible news everywhere you turn if you’re a baseball fan in Boston. Not only are the 2026 Red Sox a train wreck, but in a broader landscape across the sport, the players and owners are gearing up for their most bitter fight since 1994 when the World Series was wiped out.

Craig Breslow News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 18

Red Sox's Split With Driveline Founder Confirmed

Debate about the Boston Red Sox's involvement with Driveline Baseball has grown in intensity over the last couple of years. Now, at least on paper, that involvement has shrunk.

Boston Red Sox News / HITC / June 18

Scotland World Cup fans return to Fenway Park for Red Sox game thanks to ‘free drink’ offer

Scotland World Cup fans have been invited back to Fenway Park this week after the Boston Red Sox included a free drink with tickets to their midweek games.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 18

Red Sox, desperate for clutch hits, try to avoid sweep by Blue Jays

It's been a familiar refrain this season, but the Boston Red Sox have to find a way to produce more offense. That will be among Boston's goals Thursday afternoon, when the Red Sox wrap up a three-game series against the visiting Toronto Blue Jays.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / June 17

Boston drops 10th series at Fenway in familiar fashion

The Red Sox got a fairly effective outing from Jake Bennett in his fourth MLB start, which didn’t eventually matter with a zero on the board from Boston’s offense.

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.

Aroldis Chapman News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 17

Hard Truth on Red Sox's Aroldis Chapman Dilemma, Per Fan Favorite Analyst

The Boston Red Sox didn't come into the season hoping to cash in at the trade deadline. In fact, that was the complete opposite of the goal. Most teams that sell off their top parts at the deadline have a general idea before the season that they won't be headed to the playoffs.

MLB News / Viral Sports News / June 17

Red Sox Linked to Potential Trade With Cubs Before Deadline

Even as the Boston Red Sox prepare to operate primarily as sellers ahead of the upcoming trade deadline, opportunities exist for the club to bolster its long-term outlook.

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The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

The '6+ three-pointer NBA Finals games' quiz

Sonny Gray News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 17

Should Red Sox Trade Sonny Gray? Former Boston Infielder Says Yes

In a perfect world, the Boston Red Sox will be able to find a way to turn their season around and get into the thick of the American League playoff race.

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / June 17

Four players Red Sox should move and one they should keep at trade deadline

With the season going sideways in a major way for the Red Sox, it's time to make some difficult decisions.

Three potential landing spots for Twins' Joe Ryan

Three potential landing spots for Giants' Luis Arraez

Yankees highlight list of potential Seiya Suzuki trade landing spots

Yankees could trade for All-Star catcher amid Austin Wells concerns

Update reveals how return of Francisco Lindor will impact Mets' trade plans

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 17

Red Sox rumors: Boston mentioned as trade suitor for star shortstop despite brutal season

The Boston Red Sox have endured an underwhelming season up to this point. At 29-41 and in last place in the American League East standings, the Red Sox are likely going to sell ahead of the MLB trade deadline.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 16

Three potential landing spots for Giants' Luis Arraez

He will be an unrestricted free agent at the end of this season and is currently on a one-year, $12 million contract with the Giants.

Interesting update emerges about Giants righty Logan Webb's future

Yankees could trade for All-Star catcher amid Austin Wells concerns

Three trade candidates the Yankees should be monitoring

Update reveals how return of Francisco Lindor will impact Mets' trade plans

Major job-security update for Mets' David Stearns emerges amid struggles

Jhostynxon Garcia News / Blogging the Red Sox / June 16

Red Sox’ Johanfran Garcia named Eastern League Player of the Week

Red Sox catching prospect Johanfran Garcia has been named the Eastern League Player of the Week for the week of June 8-14, Minor League Baseball announced on Monday.

Boston Red Sox News / Inside The Diamonds / June 15

Boston Red Sox Top Catching Prospect Named Eastern League Hitter of the Week

The Portland Sea Dogs wrapped up a series with the Reading Fightin Phils, going 2-4. They’re currently 31-31, sitting four games back of first place in the Eastern League’s Northeast division.

MLB News / Blogging the Red Sox / June 15

Red Sox prospects Sadbiel Delzine, Franklin Primera named FCL Pitcher and Player of the Week

The Red Sox swept the weekly awards in the Florida Complex League on Monday, as prospects Sadbiel Delzine and Franklin Primera were named Pitcher and Player of the Week for June 8-14.

Willson Contreras News / Field Level Media / June 15

Willson Contreras carrying Red Sox into series vs. Blue Jays

Getting off to a strong start should be on the Boston Red Sox's to-do list Tuesday when they open a three-game series against the visiting Toronto Blue Jays.

Romy Gonzalez News / Athlon Sports / June 15

Boston's Romy Gonzalez to Begin Rehab Assignment

Coming off of their first home series win since April 6, the Boston Red Sox had the opportunity to clinch a statement series sweep against the Texas Rangers on Sunday night.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 15

Yankees might have a strong competitor for Aroldis Chapman

Aroldis Chapman's resurgence certainly hasn't gone unnoticed around Major League Baseball.

Aaron Boone responds to Aroldis Chapman's demand about possible Yankees reunion

The 'MLB 300-saves club' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / Just Baseball / June 14

Ceddanne Rafaela’s All-Star Case Can’t Be Ignored

In a season where injuries, inconsistency, and disappointment have been the main focus for the Boston Red Sox, the growth of Ceddanne Rafaela has been a rare bright spot for the team.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 13

Garrett Crochet Unlikely To Return Before All-Star Break

Garrett Crochet spoke to MassLive.com’s Chris Cotillo and other reporters Friday about his health status, though the left-hander still didn’t have any