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Abraham Toro homered, Otto Lopez hit a two-run single and Canada defeated Cuba 7-2 to advance out of Pool A at the World Baseball Classic on Wednesday in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Athletics News / Bluejaysnation / March 7

Instant Reaction: Canada defeats Colombia 8-2 in their World Baseball Classic opener

Canada has won their opener at the World Baseball Classic. On Saturday, Canada began their group play, taking on Colombia and defeating them 8-2. It was an important win for Canada, one they had to have, but will still need to find a way to defeat Puerto Rico or Cuba to move into the knockout stage.

MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / December 19

Former Red Sox, Mariners Journeyman Reportedly Signing With Royals

Friday has been a busy day for the Kansas City Royals thus far. The Royals traded for former Philadelphia Phillies All-Star reliever Matt Strahm on Friday morning.

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Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / December 19

Red Sox Infielder Lands Back In AL After Electing Free Agency

The Boston Red Sox very well could see a fan-favorite from the 2025 season, but on the other side of the field in 2026. Boston had a need at first base once again in 2025 after Triston Casas suffered a left patellar tendon rupture.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 19

Royals To Sign Abraham Toro To Minor League Deal

The Royals and infielder Abraham Toro have agreed to a minor league deal, reports Daniel Álvarez-Montes of El Extrabase. The Republik Sports client also receives an invite to big league camp in spring training.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / November 7

Red Sox's Worst Pitcher Of Last Two Seasons Just Became A Free Agent

The Boston Red Sox had a lot of pitchers come and go this season -- 34, to be exact, not counting position player Abraham Toro. Among those 34, there were plenty of pitchers who struggled and found themselves out of playing time.

Athletics News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 11, 2025

Red Sox Lose 7-Year Veteran To Free Agency After Memorable Season

First base was the most surprisingly dramatic position on the Boston Red Sox this season. Red Sox fans won't soon forget Triston Casas tearing his patellar tendon, or Rafael Devers flat-out refusing to play the position, or Nathaniel Lowe arriving on a league-minimum contract after being cut by the Washington Nationals.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 24, 2025

DFA'd Red Sox Infielder Returning To Boston Organization

The Boston Red Sox are keeping around one of the best feel-good stories of the 2025 season after all. Boston designated veteran infielder Abraham Toro for assignment to make room on the roster for David Hamilton in the aftermath of adding Nathaniel Lowe.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 22, 2025

Red Sox Leave Door Open For Veteran Infielder To Return

The Boston Red Sox altered the roster on Thursday and one move that stood out was the fact that club designated veteran infielder Abraham Toro for assignment.

Boston Red Sox News / Inside The Diamonds / August 21, 2025

Boston Red Sox Roster Moves 8/21/2025

The Boston Red Sox start a crucial four-game series against the New York Yankees tonight. Yesterday, they made moves to adjust their bullpen ahead of the series.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21, 2025

Red Sox to designate Abraham Toro for assignment

The Red Sox are going to designate infielder Abraham Toro for assignment, reports Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic. Fellow infielder David Hamilton will be recalled as the corresponding move.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 14, 2025

Red Sox should consider adding former World Series champion 1B

A former World Series champion suddenly became available on Thursday and could be a formidable platoon partner in Boston.

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Nationals DFA 1B Nathaniel Lowe, activate OF Dylan Crews from IL

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Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 11, 2025

Red Sox's Next Roster Move Should Be No-Brainer After Rough Weekend

The Boston Red Sox just lost their first series in over two weeks, which isn't a major issue in the grand scheme of things. The Red Sox traveled west to take on the San Diego Padres, who rallied from a blowout loss on Friday night to give Boston the business.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / July 19, 2025

Red Sox Rumors: Trade For Orioles All-Star Slugger 'Might Happen'

The Boston Red Sox need a better left-handed hitting first baseman if they want to be serious World Series contenders this season. No disrespect intended to Abraham Toro, who stepped up in a major way in late May and early June when the Red Sox needed a boost.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / July 16, 2025

Red Sox Should Acquire Former All-Star 1B To Replace Abraham Toro

The Boston Red Sox need to treat the first base position as a serious need at the trade deadline. Romy Gonzalez is fantastic and should start every game Boston plays against left-handed pitchers.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / June 19, 2025

Red Sox Fan Favorite Reveals Why He Picked Boston Over Yankees in Free Agency

The Boston Red Sox made a move that, at the time, wasn't expected to be consequential. But, partway into the 2025 season, his addition would prove to be massive for the Red Sox.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 12, 2025

Red Sox Journeyman Emerges As Highly Unexpected All-Star Candidate

The Boston Red Sox have been making strides lately. The Red Sox have won two consecutive series against the New York Yankees and Tampa Bay Rays, respectively.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 1, 2025

Red Sox have glimmer of hope for rest of season after series win

Frustrated Red Sox fans now have a glimmer of hope thanks to Boston's weekend series win over the Atlanta Braves. With Sunday's 3-1 victory, the Red Sox claimed the series after taking out two of three from Atlanta.

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MLB News / Bluejaysnation / January 29, 2025

Canadian infielder Abraham Toro inks minor league deal with Red Sox

Longueuil, Quebec native Abraham Toro has reached an agreement with the Boston Red Sox, signing a minor league deal that could see him earn up to $1M if he makes the majors in 2025.

MLB News / Blogging the Red Sox / January 28, 2025

Red Sox sign veteran infielder Abraham Toro to minor-league deal

The Red Sox have signed free-agent infielder Abraham Toro to a minor-league contract, as was first reported by Daniel Alvarez Montes of El Extra Base. The deal comes with an invitation to major-league spring training.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 16, 2024

Former Seattle Mariners Big Trade Acquisition Elects Free Agency

Former Seattle Mariners infielder Abraham Toro was one of eight players to elect free agency on Tuesday. He had previously been designated for assignment by the Oakland Athletics.

MLB News / Athletics on SI / October 16, 2024

Former Brewers, Mariners Utility-man Elects Free Agency

After one of his better career seasons in the big leagues with the Oakland A's, former Milwaukee Brewers and Seattle Mariners utility-man Abraham Toro has elected free agency.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 27, 2024

A's infielder who had strong start to season DFA'd

A's infielder who had strong start to season designated for assignment

Things have fallen off dramatically for Athletics outfielder Abraham Toro.

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MLB News / Athletics on SI / June 22, 2024

A's Calling Up Former New York Yankees Prospect

Last night Oakland A's third baseman Abraham Toro exited the game after grounding out in the bottom of the sixth inning, giving way to Tyler Nevin. After the game, A's manager Mark Kotsay told reporters that he was pulled because of a hamstring injury that would likely land him on the IL.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 22, 2024

Abraham Toro, Athletics aim to slug way past Rockies

Two teams whose seasons have mirrored one another meet again Wednesday night when the Colorado Rockies visit the Oakland Athletics. Abraham Toro launched the sixth and final home run of the night in the eighth inning on Tuesday, breaking a tie between the teams and sending the A's to a 5-4 win over the Rockies.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 22, 2024

Abraham Toro's clutch homer lifts Athletics past Rockies

Abraham Toro led off the eighth inning with a tiebreaking home run to help the Oakland Athletics beat the visiting Colorado Rockies 5-4 in the opener of a three-game series Tuesday night.