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MLB News / EssentiallySports / October 1

Red Sox Veteran Gives Tough Warning to Brayan Bello After Stubborn Aaron Boone Nearly Costs Yankees Wild Card

The Yankees’ chances of making the playoffs are very slim after Aaron Boone made some critical decisions that gave the Boston Red Sox a big edge in their AL Wild Card series.

Masataka Yoshida News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 1

Red Sox's $90 Million Man Putting Pressure On Front Office With Recent Surge

Masataka Yoshida is saving the Boston Red Sox's season, but he's simultaneously creating a conundrum for the front office this winter. Yoshida looked well and truly cooked at the end of August.

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Garrett Crochet News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 1

Craziest Stat From Garrett Crochet's Red Sox-Yankees Masterpiece

The Boston Red Sox got a legendary performance from Garrett Crochet on Tuesday night. That's a big statement, but it's the truth. Boston opened its playoff run with a Game 1 win over the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium.

Aroldis Chapman News / Athlon Sports / October 1

Aroldis Chapman’s smile returns as Yankees face another October test

If baseball had a skip button, the Bronx would jump past two scenes every time: José Altuve’s swing in 2019 and Mike Brosseau’s in 2020. Both landed with Aroldis Chapman on the mound.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 1

Red Sox Pulled Off Unprecedented Feat In Heart-Stopping Win Over Yankees

For the Boston Red Sox, the stress was worth the payoff at the end of Game 1 of the American League Wild Card Series. Boston defeated the arch-rival New York Yankees with three late runs for a 3-1 victory.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 1

Aaron Judge Drops Message For Red Sox Ace Garrett Crochet

The Boston Red Sox took down the New York Yankees on Tuesday night and now are one win away from advancing to the American League Division Series and knocking out their biggest rival in the process.

MLB News / Sporting News / October 1

Yankees catch heat from fans after benching Jazz Chisholm Jr. vs. Red Sox's Garrett Crochet

Fans question Yankees after Jazz Chisholm Jr. was benched.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / October 1

Cora gambles on Duran, but Yoshida takes the pot

After missing half of today’s first game of the Wild Card series due to work (ew), I made it home and came upon something that I frequently clash with: a puzzling Alex Cora lineup decision.

Masataka Yoshida News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 1

What Red Sox’s Masataka Yoshida was thinking before clutch hit vs. Yankees

The Boston Red Sox grabbed the upper hand in their AL Wild Card showdown thanks to a key swing from Masataka Yoshida, who revealed what was on his mind before his clutch hit in the Red Sox’s 3-1 Game 1 win over the New York Yankees.

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MLB News / Sport Relay / October 1

Red Sox Rally to Take Wild Card Opener From Yankees

Thanks to clutch hitting from Masataka Yoshida and a stout performance from Aroldis Chapman, the Boston Red Sox beat the New York Yankees 3–1 in Tuesday night’s American League Wild Card opener to take a 1-0 series lead.

Garrett Crochet News / Athlon Sports / September 30

Garrett Crochet Makes ‘Arrogant’ Admission After Red Sox-Yankees Game

The Boston Red Sox acquired Garrett Crochet this past offseason for performances like he had on Tuesday. The ace southpaw allowed just one run on four hits across 7.2 innings in Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Series against the New York Yankees on Tuesday.

Jazz Chisholm News / Larry Brown Sports / September 30

Jazz Chisholm blows off reporters after his Game 1 benching

Jazz Chisholm was in no mood for pleasantries following his team’s Game 1 loss.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / September 30

Red Sox rally off Yankees' bullpen, capture Game 1

NEW YORK -- Garrett Crochet struck out 11 in 7 2/3 outstanding innings as the Boston Red Sox went ahead after getting Max Fried out of the game and opened their American League wild-card series with a 3-1 victory over the New York Yankees on Tuesday.

Brayan Bello News / Athlon Sports / September 30

Brayan Bello Steps Up As Boston Red Sox Face Yankees In Bronx

The noise usually works against visiting pitchers at Yankee Stadium. Brayan Bello insists it does the opposite. On the eve of his first postseason start, the 25-year-old Boston Red Sox right-hander was calm and almost casual about the challenge.

Alex Cora News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 30

Red Sox manager Alex Cora gives Yankee Stadium props before Wild Card Series

As the Boston Red Sox gear up for another high-stakes October clash, attention once again turns to the storied New York Yankees vs. Red Sox rivalry. But ahead of the club’s 2025 Wild Card Series showdown, Red Sox manager Alex Cora took an unexpected turn—offering genuine praise for Yankee Stadium.

Roman Anthony News / Boston Red Sox on SI / September 30

Red Sox Get Hit With Unfortunate Roman Anthony Update

It doesn't sound like Roman Anthony will be back for the Boston Red Sox anytime soon. It was announced that the Red Sox's injured players were heading down to Fort Myers to continue rehabbing.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 30

Red Sox ace is unlikely to pitch again this season

He bounced back with a 3.41 ERA over 26 starts with the Red Sox this season.

Red Sox ace not on playoff roster

Red Sox three-time All-Star undergoes ulnar nerve transposition surgery

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Alex Cora News / Athlon Sports / September 30

Red Sox Facing Decision After Alex Cora's Season-Ending Announcement

The Boston Red Sox received unfortunate news on Monday that one of the team’s reliable starting pitchers, Lucas Giolito, would not be available for the upcoming AL wild card series against the New York Yankees after suffering an elbow injury.

Boston Red Sox News / Stadium Rant / September 30

Boston Red Sox 2025 Playoff Preview: The Rivalry Returns

Following a roller coaster of a season, the Boston Red Sox have clinched the fifth Wild Card spot in the American League. With this, they are slated to match up against their biggest rivals, the New York Yankees, in a best-of-three series in the Bronx.

Angelo Ladera News / Blogging the Red Sox / September 30

Who are Josue Brito and Angelo Ladera? Get to know the Red Sox’ Latin Program Position Player, Pitcher of the Year

As part of pre-game ceremonies on the field at Fenway Park last Friday night, the Red Sox recognized their seven minor-league award winners for the 2025 season.

Liam Hendriks News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 29

Red Sox three-time All-Star undergoes ulnar nerve transposition surgery

He was shut down with forearm tightness earlier this month.

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Red Sox ace not on playoff roster

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Lucas Giolito News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 29

Lucas Giolito Dealing With Elbow Issue, Will Not Be On Red Sox’ Wild Card Roster

Red Sox righty Lucas Giolito is dealing with an elbow issue and won’t be included on Boston’s roster for their Wild Card Series showdown with the archrival Yankees, manager Alex Cora told reporters at today’s media session (link via Christopher Smith of MassLive.com).

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28

Guardians complete comeback to claim AL Central again

Guardians complete historic comeback to claim AL Central again

The Cleveland Guardians did not make it easy on themselves, and it was very easy to give up on their chances in July, but thanks to the Detroit Tigers' 4-3 loss to the Boston Red Sox on Sunday, the American League Central division title is theirs for the second year in a row.

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