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Red Sox Could Trade Jarren Duran For Rising Lefty Pitching Prospect

The Boston Red Sox shouldn't give up on 2025, but their future is even more exciting to think about. As chief baseball officer Craig Breslow surveys the summer market for Boston's biggest need -- starting pitching -- he might feel the need to do so while planning for the next five years, which promise to be electrifying for the Red Sox.

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How has ex-Red Sox pitching prospect Elmer Rodriguez fared since being traded to Yankees?

In light of Carlos Narvaez’s late-game heroics against his former team at Fenway Park on Friday night, it feels like an appropriate time to check in on how the prospect the Red Sox dealt to the Yankees for their breakout catcher in what looked like a minor trade six months ago is faring in his new organization so far.

Aaron Judge News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 14

Red Sox Predicted To Select Aaron Judge-Like Prospect

Who are the Boston Red Sox going to add in the first round of the 2025 Major League Baseball Draft? Fans don't have to wait much longer to find out. If you follow the trends by Boston, it seems like a safe bet that Boston will go with an offensive piece in the first round.

Aaron Boone News / Athlon Sports / June 14

Red Sox Network Mocks Boone After Ejection Calls Him 'Tantrum Artist'

Aaron Boone’s reputation as the most ejection-prone manager in baseball was already well earned. But after Friday night’s heated loss at Fenway Park, one Boston writer made it personal.

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The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz

How many of the players in second place on each franchise's all-time home runs leaders list can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz

The 'Active MLB players to hit .300 multiple times' quiz

The 'Home Run Derby champion' quiz

Wilyer Abreu News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 14

Red Sox Get Wilyer Abreu's Expected Return Date As Huge Decision Looms

The Boston Red Sox have kicked the can down the road all season. Soon, that objective will become much more difficult. Integrating three star prospects onto the big-league roster has been a serious challenge for the Red Sox, one they've only been able to accomplish because of injuries.

MLB News / Last Word On Sports / June 14

Red Sox Relief Pitcher Is Good Trade Fit For Phillies

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman would be a great addition to the Phillies bullpen. Former general manager Jim Bowden, now at The Athletic, recently mentioned Chapman as a fit for the Phillies.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / June 14

Red Sox Trade Pitch Sends All-Star Closer to Mets

The Boston Red Sox's 2-1 series-opening win over the rival New York Yankees on Friday night provided much-needed momentum to a team that has fallen short of expectations early in the 2025 season.

Garrett Crochet News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 14

Red Sox Avoided Paying Astronomical Sum With Garrett Crochet Decision

The Boston Red Sox entered the 2025 season with a clear mission: return to contention after missing the playoffs in five of the past six years. A key part of their strategy was securing a cornerstone pitcher to lead their rotation, and Boston's office made a big splash by trading for a young ace in December: Garrett Crochet.

Brian Van Belle News / Field Level Media / June 14

Reds acquire RHP Brian Van Belle from Red Sox

The Cincinnati Reds acquired right-hander Brian Van Belle from the Boston Red Sox on Saturday in exchange for cash considerations. The Reds optioned Van Belle to Triple-A Louisville.

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

Alex Bregman’s Bold Take On Red Sox Phenom Roman Anthony

There's a lot to like about the Boston Red Sox right now, despite all of the injuries. Boston has won three straight games and six of its last eight games.

Tanner Houck News / Athlon Sports / June 14

Red Sox Give Positive Tanner Houck Update

A month after going down with a right flexor pronator strain, Tanner Houck is nearing a return. Alex Cora delivered a positive update on Friday after Houck completed an up-and-down session.

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Trevor Story News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 14

Red Sox Predicted To Acquire Speedy SS As Potential Trevor Story Replacement

The future of the Boston Red Sox's shortstop position will be highly intriguing to follow. Trevor Story, the current starter, is owed $50 million from 2026 to 2027, He's steadied his offensive production over the last two weeks, so it doesn't look like he'll lose his spot on the team this year, but that could be in play in seasons to come.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / June 14

Red Sox’s Garrett Crochet Makes Boston History Against Yankees

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Garrett Crochet put together the performance of the season on Friday night in a 2-1 win against the New York Yankees. He was dominant in over eight innings, striking out seven and earning a shot to clinch a complete game shutout.

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

Red Sox Surprise All-Star Candidate Becoming Yankees Destroyer

The Boston Red Sox have embraced a youth movement in 2025, with prospects like Roman Anthony and Marcelo Mayer entering Major League Baseball. Yet, amidst

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

Red Sox Predicted To Cut Ties With Gold Glover For Pitching Help

The Boston Red Sox must improve their pitching staff before the July 31 trade deadline. With a crowded outfield and top prospect Roman Anthony recently entering the lineup, Boston's chief baseball officer Craig Breslow may need to make a tough decision to address the club's rotation needs.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 14

Red Sox seek to continue success vs. visiting Yankees

The Boston Red Sox will try to extend their winning streak to four games when they face the visiting New York Yankees on Saturday. Boston also has won three straight against New York, including a 2-1 victory in 10 innings Friday night.

Alex Bregman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 13

Alex Bregman’s promising injury update comes with a catch

Boston Red Sox infielder Alex Bregman is currently dealing with a quad injury. The Red Sox infielder is hoping to return sooner rather than later. On Friday, Bregman provided an encouraging update, however, he declined to provide an official injury timeline, via Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald.

Marcelo Mayer News / Athlon Sports / June 13

Red Sox's Veteran Has Hilarious Bet Going on With Marcelo Mayer

Boston Red Sox youngster Marcelo Mayer has some big shoes to fill. Many expect him to come up to Major League Baseball and be one of the better players in the game, something that might not be entirely achievable for a player born in 2002.

Roman Anthony News / Athlon Sports / June 13

Roman Anthony Gets Good News Amid Red Sox Decision

The Boston Red Sox are faced with a problem, albeit a good one to have. With so many talented outfielders on the roster, all of which being young players, there isn't enough room for all four.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 13

White Sox announce flurry of roster moves

The White Sox had a busy day.

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Boston Red Sox News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 13

Could Boston Red Sox Minor Leaguer D'Angelo Ortiz Follow His Famous Father to Fenway?

D'Angelo Ortiz can call the first six weeks of his pro career in the Boston Red Sox organization a success. The son of Red Sox great and National Baseball Hall of Fame member David Ortiz is hitting .333 on the season for Boston’s Florida Complex League club after back-to-back two-hit games.