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Red Sox trade Luis Perales to Nationals for fellow pitching prospect Jake Bennett

The Red Sox and Nationals swung an interesting trade involving two pitching prospects on Monday night, with Boston acquiring left-hander Jake Bennett from Washington for right-hander Luis Perales.

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Instant Impact Of Red Sox, Nationals Trade Bringing 6-foot-6 Lefty To Boston

The Boston Red Sox sure are developing a pattern this winter. For the third time, the Red Sox swung a trade for a pitcher, and for the third time, the trade partner was a National League club featuring a front office run by a former Boston executive.

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Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / December 15

Red Sox Announce Trade on Friday

The Boston Red Sox are expected to undergo significant change heading into the 2026 MLB season. After returning to the postseason last year, their run was cut short with a quick exit at the hands of the New York Yankees in the AL wild card round.

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The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Ketel Marte News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 15

Red Sox Insider Explains Why Ketel Marte Trade Is Best Move For Boston

The Boston Red Sox surely need more offense this winter, and the name Ketel Marte has begun to fly around the rumor mill at breakneck speed. Having lost out on Kyle Schwarber and Pete Alonso in free agency, the Red Sox likely aren't going to land a 40-homer candidate at this point in the offseason.

Evan Phillips News / Last Word On Sports / December 15

Report: Red Sox Among Suitors for Former Dodger Closer

The Boston Red Sox are kicking the tires on right-handed reliever Evan Phillips, according to the Boston Globe’s Tim Healey. Phillips, formerly with the Los Angeles Dodgers, is currently recovering from Tommy John surgery, which caused him to miss most of the 2025 season.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 15

Red Sox, Nationals Swap Pitching Prospects

In a rare type of transaction, the Nationals and Red Sox have agreed to swap pitching prospects. The clubs announced a one-for-one deal that sends righty Luis Perales to Washington and southpaw Jake Bennett to Boston.

Ketel Marte News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 15

Ketel Marte Blockbuster Trade Still Possible For Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox have been heavily linked to one of the top overall infielders in the National League over the last few weeks. Since the winter meetings, Boston has been one of the teams consistently tied to Arizona Diamondbacks three-time All-Star Ketel Marte.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

J.T. Realmuto News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 15

Where Red Sox's Perplexing Pursuit Of Phillies 3-Time All-Star Stands

Of all the potential targets the Boston Red Sox have been linked to this winter, J.T. Realmuto is one of the toughest to wrap one's head around. Realmuto is a three-time All-Star who was perhaps the best catcher in all of baseball at his peak.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 15

Red Sox Monitoring Dodgers Champion After Tommy John Surgery

It is nearly impossible to have too many capable relievers in Major League Baseball. The bullpen is volatile. The Boston Red Sox had a great year in 2025 from a bullpen perspective.

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Jarren Duran News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 15

Red Sox's Updated Stance Revealed On Jarren Duran, Other Outfield Trades

Is it a problem if the Boston Red Sox enter the regular season without trading an outfielder? Some may see it as counterproductive to have Roman Anthony, Ceddanne Rafaela, Wilyer Abreu, and Jarren Duran all healthy on the same roster.

Michael King News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 15

Red Sox, Michael King Update After Rumor-Filled Weekend

The Boston Red Sox were caught to in some red-hot rumors around the starting rotation on Sunday. Reports surfaced, beginning with Pete Abraham of the Boston Globe, pointing to interest from the organization in former San Diego Padres and New York Yankees hurler Michael King.

Corey Seager News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 15

Red Sox Get Harsh, But Expected Update On Corey Seager's Availability

The thought that Corey Seager could somehow be traded was enough to get any Boston Red Sox fan excited. Boston has been pledging to go after impact bats, and Seager is about as proven and decorated as any conceivably available player could possibly be.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 15

Red Sox Potential Target Emerging: Kazuma Okamoto

The Boston Red Sox still have a few months to go until spring training, but free agency hasn’t gone their way yet. Boston doesn’t have a slugger to show for it yet, despite publicly making the team’s intentions clear over and over at the winter meetings, and even before that.

Chris Martin News / Athlon Sports / December 15

Boston Red Sox Linked to Reunion With Reliever Entering Age-40 Season

The Boston Red Sox are reportedly interested in reuniting with veteran relief pitcher Chris Martin, who spent last year with the Texas Rangers, ahead of his age-40 season.

Jarren Duran News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 15

Where Red Sox, Royals Stand On Potential Jarren Duran Blockbuster

A lot of teams would make sense for Boston Red Sox star Jarren Duran this offseason, but the Kansas City Royals have probably been the team most frequently linked to his trade market.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 14

Plot Thickens As Red Sox Fans Get Update On Projected $75 Million Target

It sure didn't seem as though the intrigue around the Boston Red Sox was destined to be tied to a starting pitching target earlier this week. After losing out on big-name targets Kyle Schwarber and Pete Alonso in free agency, many likely assumed the Red Sox's next move would be to sign or trade for a big bat.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 14

Red Sox Exploring Reunion With 10-Year Veteran After Year Away

It sounds like there's a chance the Boston Red Sox could have a reunion up its sleeve this offseason. So far this offseason, Boston has been active in the trade market, but hasn't really done anything of substance in free agency.

Dustin May News / Yardbarker / December 13

Dustin May could find his form again with the Cardinals

Heading into 2026, the St. Louis Cardinals will seemingly take a further step back, as they did in 2025, when they finished fourth in the National League Central with a 78-84 record.

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Boston Red Sox News / Viral Sports News / December 13

Red Sox Receive Major Update Regarding $45 Million Slugger

The Boston Red Sox came up short in their pursuit of Pete Alonso, who reportedly reached an agreement with the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday. With that option off the table, the team must now explore alternative paths to bolster its lineup.

Boston Red Sox News / Stadium Rant / December 13

The Red Sox Are Running Out Of Options: 2025 Offseason Plan

Following a highly anticipated 2025 Winter Meetings, the Boston Red Sox left Orlando without a single major league signing or trade. Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow stressed the importance of being “aggressive and decisive” following the acquisition of Sonny Gray from the St.

Danny Jansen News / Yardbarker / December 12

Journeyman catcher Danny Jansen on move back to American League

A journeyman catcher with some pop is on the move, as Danny Jansen heads back to the American League. Late Friday night, MLB Network insider Jon Heyman.

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Bryan Mata News / Blogging the Red Sox / December 12

Longtime Red Sox pitching prospect Bryan Mata taking talents to Japan, signing with NPB’s Yomiuri Giants

Earlier this week, it was revealed that longtime Red Sox pitching prospect Bryan Mata was taking his talents to Japan. Though terms have not yet been disclosed, it appears as though the 26-year-old right-hander is signing with the Yomiuri Giants of Nippon Professional Baseball.