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Veteran Rob Refsnyder is the new owner of the longest homer hit by a Boston Red Sox player this season. Refsnyder belted a 463-foot homer to fuel Boston's second straight win in a three-game series against the Athletics, and he will aim to help the Red Sox complete the sweep Wednesday afternoon in West Sacramento, Calif.

Boston Red Sox News / ESPN / August 28

Refsnyder homers in return as BoSox sweep O's

Red Sox outfielder Rob Refsnyder homered Thursday in his return from a strained left oblique, helping Boston secure a 3-2 win over Baltimore and their first four-game sweep of the O's since August of 2018.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 28

Red Sox reach a milestone for first time in years in sweep of O's

Red Sox reach a milestone for the first time in years with sweep of Orioles

It wasn't that long ago when Red Sox fans were calling for manager Alex Cora to be fired. Fast forward to today, and the Red Sox have accomplished something the franchise hasn't experienced in years.

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Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / August 28

Rob Refsnyder homers in return, Red Sox finish 4-game sweep of O's

Trevor Story and Rob Refsnyder homered, and Romy Gonzalez's tiebreaking single in the eighth inning lifted the Boston Red Sox to a 3-2 victory against the host Baltimore Orioles to complete a four-game series sweep Thursday afternoon.

Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / August 28

Red Sox activate RHP Justin Slaten, OF Rob Refsnyder

The Boston Red Sox activated right-hander Justin Slaten from the 60-day injured list Thursday and brought back outfielder Rob Refsnyder from the 10-day IL.

Boston Red Sox News / ESPN / August 28

BoSox's Lowe to paternity list, Refsnyder returns

The Red Sox placed first baseman Nathaniel Lowe on the paternity list Thursday and activated outfielder Rob Refsnyder from the 10-day injured list.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 26

Red Sox Expected To Get Veteran Bat Back For Playoff Push

It sounds like the Boston Red Sox are about to take a step closer to a healthy, and complete roster this week. The Red Sox aren't missing just one outfielder right now, but two.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 25

Red Sox Get 3 Key Injury Updates -- Not All Of Them Good News

The Boston Red Sox are officially entering the home stretch. As of Monday, the Red Sox still have 31 games left to play. Their magic number to clinch a wild card spot is 27, with the Kansas City Royals as the first team on the playoff bubble.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 25

Red Sox Likely To Demote These Two Players After Brief Boston Stint: Report

The Boston Red Sox are on the brink of getting some key injury reinforcements, but it's one out and one in as always. Outfielders Rob Refsnyder and Wilyer Abreu have both been trending toward minimal stays on the injured list, with the former eligible to return to the active roster on Monday and the latter on Thursday.

Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / August 18

Red Sox sign 1B Nathaniel Lowe, place OF Rob Refsnyder on IL

The Boston Red Sox officially signed free agent first baseman Nathaniel Lowe on Monday and recalled third baseman Nate Eaton from Triple-A Worcester. To make room on the roster, the Red Sox designated catcher Ali Sanchez for assignment, while outfielder Rob Refsnyder was placed on the injured list with a left oblique strain.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 17

Red Sox Predicted To Cut Ties With .933 OPS Hitter In Phillies Trade

The Philadelphia Phillies are eyeing the trade market and might call the Boston Red Sox. With a potent lineup and a top-tier rotation, the Phillies are poised for another deep playoff run, but their outfield depth remains a point of concern.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / June 4

Red Sox Predicted to Cut Ties With Former Yankees Outfielder at Trade Deadline

Whether the Boston Red Sox are looking to buy or sell at the deadline, there could be multiple players they look to trade. Perhaps the Red Sox do a little bit of buying and a little bit of selling, something that could make sense for this organization given where it currently stands.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 3

Red Sox Could Cut Ties With 10-Year Veteran If Losing Continues, Per Insider

No one wants to have the "Boston Red Sox should sell" conversation. But the Red Sox are giving that fire a lot of fuel. At 29-33, the Red Sox are four games out of playoff position entering play on Jun.

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Why Don't Red Sox Try Fan-Favorite Veteran With .981 OPS At First Base?

As the Boston Red Sox struggle to get anything going on offense, they should be looking to get their hottest hitters in the lineup as often as they can.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 27

Red Sox Need To Look In The Mirror: 'We Suck Right Now'

The Boston Red Sox are in the middle of a tough stretch. Boston wrapped up a 10-game homestand going 5-5 after a disappointing 2-2 series against the last place Baltimore Orioles.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / May 26

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Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 29

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Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 15

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Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / January 17

2024 In Review: Rob Refsnyder and his career year

This right-handed batter more than pulled his weight against left-handed pitching. Late bloomer Rob Refsnyder had a career year, considered retirement, then had his option picked up by the Red Sox.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 2

Red Sox $2 Million Fan-Favorite Predicted To Leave Boston In 2025

Major League Baseball rosters certainly still are in flux at this time of the year. Things around the league seemingly slowed down around the holidays but now January is here and pitchers and catchers will report to Spring Training in February.

MLB News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / November 20

Baltimore Orioles Trade Idea Nets Underrated Boston Red Sox Slugger

The Baltimore Orioles are set to lose a ton of offensive production this offseason and need to look to either free agency or the trade market to fill the open role.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 29

Red Sox Told To Keep $2 Million Fan-Favorite Even With Retirement Questions

Will the Boston Red Sox keep one of their most surprising outfielders around in 2025? Boston landed outfielder Rob Refsnyder ahead of the 2023 season, and he has been everything the team could've hoped for and more.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17, 2024

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Boston Red Sox News / Fastball on SI / May 5, 2024

Boston Red Sox Outfielder Rob Refsnyder Leaves Game Early With Hamstring Injury

Boston Red Sox outfielder Rob Refsnyder left Sunday's game against the Minnesota Twins due to left hamstring tightness, the team announced. Refsnyder went to the bench in the fifth inning, as manager Alex Cora brought in David Hamilton to replace him in the lineup.