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Adley Rutschman could make his debut with Red Sox on Monday

Adley Rutschman could make his debut with Red Sox on Monday

The Red Sox acquired Rutschman on the Aug. 3 trade deadline, and he's been rehabbing left wrist inflammation since July 20.

Red Sox's Payton Tolle has historic outing vs. Athletics
The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz
Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / August 9

Rare Stumble From Red Sox Bullpen Leads To First Series Loss Since June

The Red Sox are playing a few men short, and it’s come at a difficult time. The 13-inning, marathon game on Thursday night required Brayan Bello to throw three innings, limiting his availability today.

Willson Contreras News / Athlon Sports / August 9
Red Sox Lose Another Player to Illness After Willson Contreras’ Return 

Red Sox Lose Another Player to Illness After Willson Contreras’ Return 

The Boston Red Sox are dealing with another illness concern after designated hitter Masataka Yoshida missed his second straight game on Sunday. The absence comes just as first baseman Willson Contreras returned to the club following his own illness.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 9
Red Sox's Dream Playoff Lineup When Roman Anthony, Adley Rutschman Return

Red Sox's Dream Playoff Lineup When Roman Anthony, Adley Rutschman Return

We haven't seen the final form of the Boston Red Sox this season. The dream is still alive for that form to emerge right in time for October. About six

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz

The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent players to record five hits in the same MLB game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multi-time Cy Young winners' quiz
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The 'Most HRs in one World Series' quiz
Seth Martinez News / Field Level Media / August 9
After rare loss, Red Sox add RHP Seth Martinez to bullpen

After rare loss, Red Sox add RHP Seth Martinez to bullpen

One day after their nine-game winning streak came to an end, the Boston Red Sox made an adjustment to their bullpen, selecting the contract of right-hander Seth Martinez from Triple-A Worcester.

MLB News / Yardbarker
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 9
Red Sox Lose 7-Year Veteran Catcher to Midseason Free Agency

Red Sox Lose 7-Year Veteran Catcher to Midseason Free Agency

The catching position has been a hot topic for the Boston Red Sox of late, but not much attention was paid to Andrew Knizner. Before Adley Rutschman and Jake Rogers arrived via trade, and before Carlos Narváez exited for the Baltimore Orioles, Knizner was knocking around as a backup option in Triple-A.

Seth Martinez News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 9
Red Sox Select Seth Martinez

Red Sox Select Seth Martinez

The Red Sox have selected right-hander Seth Martinez from Triple-A Worcester, the team announced. They optioned lefty Raymond Burgos to Worcester in a corresponding move.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / August 9

Red Sox News & Links: Adley Rutschman rehabs, Willson Contreras booed

Adley Rutschman is playing baseball! Unfortunately he’s doing it in Worcester, not Boston. Still, it was nice to see him behind the plate for five innings, during which he went 1-2 for two walks and threw out a runner.

Marcelo Mayer News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 9
Ex-Red Sox Marcelo Mayer Hints At Emotionally Charged Return to Boston

Ex-Red Sox Marcelo Mayer Hints At Emotionally Charged Return to Boston

The sudden end to Marcelo Mayer's tenure with the Boston Red Sox wasn't quite a Rafael Devers-level breakup, but there were some similarities. For one, both got sent to the San Francisco Giants for what many perceived as a lackluster trade return.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 9
Red Sox Tried to Shock MLB; Acquire Reds Star Elly De La Cruz

Red Sox Tried to Shock MLB; Acquire Reds Star Elly De La Cruz

The Boston Red Sox certainly upgraded before the 2026 Major League Baseball trade deadline, but they didn't get every deal they attempted to make done.

Adley Rutschman News / Over The Monster / August 9

The best team in baseball doesn’t even need Adley Rutschman yet!

For years the Red Sox hoarded prospects the way my old upstairs neighbor hoarded newspapers. Piles and piles of newspapers, each one somehow too precious to part with.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

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The '2026 CFB preseason Coach's Poll' quiz
 The '2026 CFB preseason Coach's Poll' quiz
The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz
 The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz
The 'Most TDs by NFL franchise' quiz
 The 'Most TDs by NFL franchise' quiz
The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz
 The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz
Andrew Knizner News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 8
Andrew Knizner Opts Out Of Red Sox Deal

Andrew Knizner Opts Out Of Red Sox Deal

Veteran catcher Andrew Knizner is a free agent after opting out of his contract with the Red Sox, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The 31-year-old will be seeking his fourth organization this season.

Boston Red Sox News / EasySportz / August 8
Red Sox Riding a Remarkable Winning Streak

Red Sox Riding a Remarkable Winning Streak

What once looked like a lost season in Boston has suddenly become one of the most exciting stories in Major League Baseball. The Boston Red Sox have caught fire at exactly the right time, putting together a remarkable winning streak that has transformed their season and reignited the hopes of their fans.

Adley Rutschman News / Field Level Media / August 8
Red Sox send C Adley Rutschman on rehab assignment to Worcester

Red Sox send C Adley Rutschman on rehab assignment to Worcester

The Boston Red Sox sent recently acquired catcher Adley Rutschman on a rehab assignment to Triple-A Worcester, moving him closer to his debut with his new club.

Wilyer Abreu News / Field Level Media / August 8
Red Sox scratch RF Wilyer Abreu with leg swelling

Red Sox scratch RF Wilyer Abreu with leg swelling

The Boston Red Sox scratched right fielder Wilyer Abreu from the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Athletics with swelling in his lower right leg.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 7
Red Sox's Payton Tolle has historic outing vs. Athletics

Red Sox's Payton Tolle has historic outing vs. Athletics

Still shy of his 30th career MLB start, Payton Tolle has already put together a performance worthy of harkening back to a Boston Red Sox legend. 

Caleb Durbin plays hero for Red Sox in 13-inning thriller
It's time for Red Sox to move on from Triston Casas
Garrett Crochet open to late-season bullpen role for Red Sox
The 'Multi-time Cy Young winners' quiz
Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 7
Red Sox Select Raymond Burgos, Option Greg Weissert

Red Sox Select Raymond Burgos, Option Greg Weissert

The Red Sox announced that they have selected the contract of left-hander Raymond Burgos to the roster. Right-hander Greg Weissert has been optioned in a corresponding active roster move.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 7
Caleb Durbin plays hero for Red Sox in 13-inning thriller

Caleb Durbin plays hero for Red Sox in 13-inning thriller

The Chicago White Sox and Boston Red Sox teamed up to play one of the most entertaining and longest games of the 2026 MLB season.

Ronald Acuna Jr. hits weird HR thanks to Marlins OFs' incompetence
Sal Stewart passes Joey Votto in Reds' record books, now pursuing HOFer
Why Phillies' three-headed pitching monster may be postseason key
Pete Crow-Armstrong steals another win for the Cubs
Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman might be waking up after slow start
What's gone wrong for the Dodgers during six-game losing streak?
Boston Red Sox News / Trade Talk Sports / August 7
Craig Breslow Shuts Down Rumors of Roman Anthony-Marcelo Mayer Issues

Craig Breslow Shuts Down Rumors of Roman Anthony-Marcelo Mayer Issues

A year ago, the future of the Boston Red Sox centered around Roman Anthony and Marcelo Mayer, two of the top prospects in all of baseball expected to become stars.

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / August 6
It's time for Red Sox to move on from Triston Casas

It's time for Red Sox to move on from Triston Casas

Casas has proved that he can't be trusted to stay healthy.

Garrett Crochet open to late-season bullpen role for Red Sox
Adley Rutschman trade gets sarcastic seal of approval from Red Sox fan favorite
The '2018 Boston Red Sox World Series roster' quiz
Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / August 5
Garrett Crochet open to late-season bullpen role for Red Sox

Garrett Crochet open to late-season bullpen role for Red Sox

Boston Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet has not pitched since late April due to left shoulder inflammation and lat tightness, but the Red Sox received a positive injury update on the 27-year-old on Tuesday as he has commenced a light-throwing program.

Red Sox promote pitching prospect Devin Futrell to Double-A Portland
Adley Rutschman trade gets sarcastic seal of approval from Red Sox fan favorite
Biggest winners, losers from a wild MLB trade deadline
The '2024 MLB strikeout leaders' quiz
Jarren Duran News / Trade Talk Sports / August 5
Jarren Duran Thought He Would Be Released Before Trade Deadline

Jarren Duran Thought He Would Be Released Before Trade Deadline

Jarren Duran has had a rough 2026 season for more reasons than one, and it all seemed to come to a head in Sacramento against the Athletics last week. After his outburst at Willson Contreras and the third base coach, it felt like the end could be nearing for Duran’s time with the Boston Red Sox, especially with the trade deadline just days away.

Devin Futrell News / Blogging the Red Sox / August 4
Red Sox promote pitching prospect Devin Futrell to Double-A Portland

Red Sox promote pitching prospect Devin Futrell to Double-A Portland

The Red Sox have promoted pitching prospect Devin Futrell from High-A Greenville to Double-A Portland, as first reported by Andrew Parker of SoxProspects.com.

Gage Ziehl News / Blogging the Red Sox / August 4
Red Sox promote pitching prospect Gage Ziehl to Triple-A Worcester

Red Sox promote pitching prospect Gage Ziehl to Triple-A Worcester

The Red Sox have promoted pitching prospect Gage Ziehl from Double-A Portland to Triple-A Worcester, per the club’s MiLB.com transactions log. Ziehl is currently regarded by MLB Pipeline as Boston’s No.

Marcelo Mayer News / Blogging the Red Sox / August 3
Which prospect did Red Sox acquire from Giants for Marcelo Mayer?

Which prospect did Red Sox acquire from Giants for Marcelo Mayer?

In addition to left-handed reliever Erik Miller, the Red Sox acquired outfield prospect Carlos Gutierrez from the Giants for infielder Marcelo Mayer ahead of Monday evening’s trade deadline.

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