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Is Kristian Campbell latest first base solution for Red Sox?

Kristian Campbell started doing first base drills before the Red Sox’s series opener against the Braves.

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Could Red Sox Trade $140M Veteran To NL Central, Clear Path For Marcelo Mayer?

The Boston Red Sox have a top-10 prospect in all of baseball racking up RBI as their Triple-A shortstop, while their big-league shortstop is stinking up the joint.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / May 16

Red Sox Hint at New Potential First Base Solution Involving Top Prospect

The Boston Red Sox have a problem at first base after losing Triston Casas for the remainder of the 2025 season. During this week's three-game sweep, which came at the hands of the AL-leading Detroit Tigers, Boston rotated Nick Sogard and Abraham Toro at first.

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Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 16

Red Sox Bombshell: Phenom Emerging As First Base Option

The Boston Red Sox have had some serious questions at first base, but a surprising new answer started to emerge on Friday afternoon. Boston is back at Fenway Park and and before the team's series-opener against the Atlanta Braves young phenom Kristian Campbell was seen and videotaped taking first base repetitions.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 16

Red Sox manager Alex Cora gives Tanner Houck update after landing on IL

The Boston Red Sox had high hopes heading into the 2025 season after adding pitchers Garrett Crochet and Walker Buehler along with All-Star 3rd baseman Alex Bregman.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / May 16

Former Red Sox World Series Champion Sends Message to Coaching Staff on Important Decision

The Boston Red Sox have had more issues than just the first base position over the past few weeks. Defensively and offensively, the Red Sox could be better at the catcher position, and it isn't exactly an easy fix.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 16

Red Sox Earn Surprising Praise For Chris Sale Trade Ahead Of Braves Showdown

Boston Red Sox fans couldn't have been more conflicted watching Chris Sale win the Cy Young Award in 2024. On one hand, it was remarkable to see a star who had spent the last five years of his Red Sox contract battling through injuries stay healthy for a full year and accomplish something he'd never done in his brilliant career.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / May 16

Red Sox Make Roster Move Amid Injury

The Boston Red Sox have slightly cleared up their pitching picture. The Red Sox have dealt with pitching injuries all season, including current 15-day injured list members Tanner Houck, Richard Fitts, and Walker Buehler, as well as a prolonged Brayan Bello debut.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 16

Guardians Might Ask For Red Sox Outfielder; Should Boston Hang Up?

Could the Boston Red Sox be the team that helps the Cleveland Guardians solve their outfield struggles? Cleveland’s outfield production has been lackluster, as noted by Bleacher Report’s Joel Reuter on Thursday, and they’re likely seeking a spark to solidify their lineup.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 16

Red Sox City Connect Jerseys: All You Need To Know, Including Picture

The Boston Red Sox have unveiled their brand new City Connect jerseys. Boston hinted on social media a big announcement on Thursday and it ended up being the announcement of their brand new jerseys.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / May 16

Red Sox Will Likely Call Up Marcelo Mayer Over Roman Anthony First for One Reason

It isn't a matter of if, but of when, for the Boston Red Sox to call up Marcelo Mayer and Roman Anthony. Whether Mayer or Anthony is the better player depends on who you ask.

Roman Anthony News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 16

Red Sox Might Cut Ties With $50 Million Rising Star In Favor Of Roman Anthony

The Boston Red Sox are in an unenviable position. The number-one prospect in all of baseball, outfielder Roman Anthony, looks as ready as a 21-year-old could be to make his major league debut.

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Trevor Story News / Athlon Sports / May 16

Red Sox Predicted to Make Trevor Story Decision Amid Recent Developments

The Boston Red Sox will have a decision to make with shortstop Trevor Story, who was once one of the better players in Major League Baseball. After signing a six-year, $140 million deal, Story hasn't been the player the Red Sox were hoping for, whether due to injuries or playing at a below-average level when he's on the field.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / May 16

Alex Cora Makes Jarren Duran Decision Amid Red Sox Slow Start

Alex Cora, the Boston Red Sox manager, has a lot of issues he's dealing with through the first month of the season. From injuries to key players to disgruntled stars, Cora has his hands full.

Boston Red Sox News / Inside The Diamonds / May 16

Boston Red Sox Roster Moves 5/16/2025

The Boston Red Sox kick off rivalry weekend tonight against the Atlanta Braves at Fenway Park. Tonight’s game will be a battle of aces as Garrett Crochet toes the rubber for Boston.

Nick Burdi News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 16

Red Sox select veteran right-hander

The Red Sox announced that they have selected the contract of right-hander Nick Burdi. Fellow righty Cooper Criswell has been optioned as the corresponding active roster move.

Rafael Devers News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 16

Red Sox's Rafael Devers Has Been In Ridiculous Trade Buzz

The Boston Red Sox have one of the best hitters in baseball in Rafael Devers. Should the Boston consider any deal involving him this offseason or maybe even during the summer at the trade deadline.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 16

Should Red Sox Take Massive Risk, Acquire Former Cy Young Winner?

The Boston Red Sox have grappled with a messy pitching rotation in 2025. Injuries and underperformance have plagued Boston’s staff since before Opening Day.

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / May 16