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Red Sox's 7-Year Veteran Likely Done In Boston After Latest Roster Move

The name José De León will always be a fascinating footnote for the 2025 Boston Red Sox. Two days after clinching a playoff berth, the Red Sox were simply trying to rest their pitching staff as much as possible in their 162nd and final regular-season game.

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Red Sox's Sam Kennedy Shares Lofty Goal After 2025 Playoff Run

The Boston Red Sox took a step in the right direction in 2025, but there’s more work to be done. Boston made it to the playoffs for the first time since 2021 and finished the regular season with an 89-73 record.

Craig Breslow News / Over The Monster / October 17

Craig Breslow says the offseason is like a Choose Your Own Adventure book

Craig Breslow is probably riding high right now. The Red Sox made the playoffs. Garrett Crochett looked excellent. The lineup needed Roman Anthony. Garrett Whitlock and Aroldis Chapman looked good – as did some of the other bullpen members.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 17

Red Sox Outright Disappointing Hurler In Much-Needed 40-Man Roster Move

While there won't be any big-name free-agent signings for at least a few weeks, it's a critical time of year for the Boston Red Sox to manage their 40-man roster.

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The '10-strikeout, 0-walk, 0-run MLB playoff pitchers' quiz

How many of the MLB pitchers to strikeout at least 10 batters while walking none and allowing no runs in a playoff game can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB playoff debut strikeouts leaders' quiz

The 'MLB innings-pitched leaders since 1990' quiz

The 'A.L. and N.L. strikeout leaders' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / Sporting News / October 16

Red Sox legend Manny Ramirez wants to return to MLB in new role

It's time for Manny to be Manny.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / October 16

After standout spring, how did Red Sox OF prospect Enddy Azocar fare in 2025?

Red Sox prospect Enddy Azocar made great strides in 2025. This article will examine how the 18-year-old outfielder fared in his first season stateside.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 17

Three potential landing spots for Alex Bregman: These contenders make most sense

Bregman will likely be welcomed into a busy market with several suitors lining up to ask about him.

Alex Bregman's opt-out decision will have major consequences

Have the Phillies soured on this former NL MVP?

Could Mets lose Pete Alonso to division rival?

The 20 worst MLB teams from the 1980s

The '2024 MLB Gold Glove winners' quiz

Garrett Crochet News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 16

3 Stars For Red Sox To Target As Garrett Crochet's Running Mate

The Boston Red Sox said last year that they were going to be aggressive and specifically talked about adding to the starting rotation. Clearly, the front office did a good job adding left-handed ace Garrett Crochet.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 16

Red Sox, Phillies Named 'Best Fits' For 56-HR Superstar By MLB Insider

The Boston Red Sox's home run leader hit 25 long balls this year. How great would it be to add a guy who hit 56? Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber led the National League this year and finished second behind Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh for the home run lead in all of Major League Baseball.

Jason Varitek News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 16

Red Sox Make Decision On Two-Time World Series Champ's Future In Boston

Though the Boston Red Sox decided to retain the majority of their coaching staff last week, one prominent former player and current coach still had his future up in the air.

Jarren Duran News / Sporting News / October 16

Red Sox predicted to deal Jarren Duran for $53 million All-Star ace in blockbuster trade

This would be a massive trade for both sides.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest baseball players who never played in the MLB

Before Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in 1947, black players weren’t allowed in Major League Baseball. Before the recent advances in the United States’ relationship with Cuba, it was rare for Cuban players to escape their homeland.

Craig Breslow News / Over The Monster / October 16

Red Sox News & Links: Breslow hints at chasing front-end pitchers

Craig Breslow is losing another member of his front office. Devin Pearson, the Red Sox director of amateur scouting since 2023, will be following Paul Toboni to the Washington Nationals.

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The 'Oldest starting QB by NFL team' quiz

The '2024 TD catch leaders by team' quiz

The 'NFL total touchdown pass leaders' quiz

The 'NFL 250-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

Kristian Campbell News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 16

Red Sox's Kristian Campbell Predicted To Be 'Odd Man Out'

The Boston Red Sox are going to have to wait a few months until their next game. Spring Training won't be here until February and the Red Sox won't begin the 2026 regular season until March.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / October 16

Building a team out of six Red Sox players and their Pokémon counterparts

I’ve been a Pokemon fan for just as long as I’ve been a Red Sox fan. With the release of Pokemon Legends Z-A for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 today, I thought this could be fun to match up Red Sox players with their Pokémon counterparts and put a team together.

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

Red Sox's Likely Lucas Giolito Decision Revealed By Boston Insider

He wasn't available in the postseason, but there's no shot the Boston Red Sox would have won 89 games this year without the help of Lucas Giolito. After missing all of last season, plus a few weeks on the injured list in March and April, Giolito found his way back to being a productive mid-rotation starter.

Carlos Narvaez News / Over The Monster / October 16

Carlos Narvaez named Gold Glove finalist. How good was he defensively?

Major League Baseball named three Red Sox players as Gold Glove finalists yesterday: last year’s right field winner Wilyer Abreu, defensive staple Ceddanne Rafaela, and Carlos Narvaez, who is probably a top ten rookie of the year.

Craig Breslow News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 16

Craig Breslow Hints At Red Sox's Plans To Acquire Starting Pitching

If it felt like the Boston Red Sox used a lot of starting pitchers this season, it's because they absolutely did. From ace Garrett Crochet to minor-league call-ups like Hunter Dobbins to opener Brennan Bernardino, the Red Sox ran the gauntlet of pitching available to them.

Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / October 15

How did Red Sox LHP prospect, Double-A Portland Pitcher of the Year Hayden Mullins fare in 2025?

Last month, Red Sox prospect Hayden Mullins was recognized as Double-A Portland’s 2025 Pitcher of the Year. This article will examine how the 25-year-old left-hander fared this season.

Craig Breslow News / Sporting News / October 15

Red Sox CBO Craig Breslow reveals team's position on what type of pitching acquisitions they will target

It seems it's go big or go home for the Sox when it comes to hurlers.

Alex Bregman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 15

Red Sox star Alex Bregman’s telling quote on his free-agent mindset

As the Boston Red Sox prepare for another pivotal offseason, Alex Bregman’s free agency has become one of the biggest storylines in baseball. The veteran

Boston Red Sox News / Just Baseball / October 15

Key Takeaways From the Boston Red Sox’s 2025 Season

The Boston Red Sox’s 2025 run ended with a New York Yankees win for the first time since 2003 — the year Aaron Boone drove a walk-off homer down the left-field