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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JUNE 24: Garrett Crochet #45 of the Chicago White Sox throws a pitch during the first inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Guaranteed Rate Field on June 24, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.

Analyst Believes Red Sox Are Making Smart Move With Garrett Crochet

The Boston Red Sox missed the postseason for the third consecutive year after finishing with a record of 81-81 and coming in third place in the American League East. After winning the World Series in 2018, the Red Sox have only made the postseason one time, which resulted in a loss in the Ame...

James Merling • 1 year ago

MLB Executives Believe 1 Team Has The Best Farm System In The League

The Boston Red Sox missed the postseason for the third straight season after finishing with a record of 81-81 and third in the American League East. After winning four World Series titles in a 15-season span, the Red Sox appear to have fallen off a bit as they have made the playoffs once sinc...

James Merling • 1 year ago

Nolan Arenado #28 of the St. Louis Cardinals reacts on first base after his single in the second inning against Touki Toussaint of the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field on July 08, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois.

Insider Reveals What He's Hearing About Nolan Arenado, Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox have fallen off over the past few seasons after winning the World Series in 2018. Since then, they have made the postseason once and have missed the playoffs the past three seasons. This offseason, the Red Sox have made some major moves to improve their pitching, adding sta...

James Merling • 1 year ago

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 30: Walker Buehler #21 of the Los Angeles Dodgers pitches during the ninth inning of Game Five of the 2024 World Series against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on October 30, 2024 in the Bronx borough of New York City.

Analyst Names 3 Reasons Red Sox Fans Should Be Optimistic About Walker Buehler

The Boston Red Sox have won four World Series titles since 2004 but have fallen off by missing the postseason the past three seasons. After finishing with a record of 81-81 and third in the American League East, the Red Sox are making moves this offseason to get back to their winning ways. Th...

James Merling • 1 year ago

Nolan Arenado #28 of the St. Louis Cardinals reacts on first base after his single in the second inning against Touki Toussaint of the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field on July 08, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois.

Nolan Arenado Reportedly Has A 'Preferred' Destination

The Boston Red Sox missed the postseason for a third straight season after finishing third in the American League East with a record of 81-81. Although the Red Sox have had a few rough seasons in a row, they are making some significant moves this offseason in an attempt to get back to a compe...

James Merling • 1 year ago

Walker Buehler #21 of the Los Angeles Dodgers pitches against the San Francisco Giants during the fourth inning in game 4 of the National League Division Series at Dodger Stadium on October 12, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.

Red Sox Release Hype Video For The Walker Buehler Signing

The Boston Red Sox missed the postseason for the third straight season after finishing with a record of 81-81 and coming in third place in the American League East. Although the Red Sox have had a few tough years, they are making moves this offseason in an attempt to get the team back to its...

James Merling • 1 year ago

Former GM Reveals 1 Move Red Sox Should Make

James Merling • 1 year ago The Boston Red Sox missed the postseason for a third straight year after finishing with a record of 81-81, which landed them in third place in the American League East. With the AL East one of the toughest divisions in all of baseball, the Red Sox need to remain aggressive in the offseason to...

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 30: Walker Buehler #21 of the Los Angeles Dodgers pitches during the ninth inning of Game Five of the 2024 World Series against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on October 30, 2024 in the Bronx borough of New York City.

Analyst Reveals Why He Likes The One-Year Deal Walker Buehler Signed

James Merling • 1 year ago The Major League Baseball offseason has not slowed down in excitement even after the top free agent Juan Soto signed with the New York Mets. More and more moves are being made seemingly each day, with the Boston Red Sox making some splash moves in their starting rotation. The Red Sox traded f...

Fans React To Red Sox's Projected Rotation After Signing Walker Buehler

James Merling • 1 year ago The Boston Red Sox reside in one of Major League Baseball's toughest divisions the American League East. In a division that includes the New York Yankees and Baltimore Orioles, the Red Sox have their work cut out for them if they want to win a division title in 2025. After finishing in third...

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora (20) stands in the dugout during the game between the Boston Red Sox and the Baltimore Orioles on July 24, 2018, at Orioles Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, MD.

Alex Cora Sends A Clear Message About Red Sox In 2025

James Merling • 2 years ago The Boston Red Sox missed the postseason for the third straight season in 2024 after finishing with a record of 81-81. With their third-place finish in the American League East, the Red Sox broke their two-year streak of finishing dead last in one of the toughest divisions in all of baseball....

Analyst Believes Red Sox Will Trade 1 Player This Offseason

James Merling • 2 years ago The Boston Red Sox were one of the teams in talks with top free agent Juan Soto this offseason, but they were unable to land him. Now that Soto has made his decision to sign with the New York Mets, the Red Sox will have to look elsewhere if they want to add to their roster before the 2025 sea...

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 30: Teoscar Hernández #37 of the Los Angeles Dodgers walks during the seventh inning of Game Five of the 2024 World Series against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on October 30, 2024 in the Bronx borough of New York City.

Teoscar Hernandez Reportedly Has A Preference In Free Agency

James Merling • 2 years ago The MLB offseason is heating up as more and more free-agent players are signing contracts with teams for the 2025 season. Top free-agent player in this year's class Juan Soto has yet to make a decision on where he will play next season. The Boston Red Sox are one of the teams involved in the...

Batting helmets are seen in the Boston Red Sox dugout before Game Two of the American League Division Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on October 5, 2013 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Insider Reveals Offseason Plan For Red Sox If They Don't Sign Juan Soto

James Merling • 2 years ago The Boston Red Sox have nine World Series titles in franchise history, but they missed the postseason for the third straight season in 2024 after finishing with a record of 81-81. In one of the best divisions in all of Major League Baseball, the Red Sox will need to be aggressive this offseas...

WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 04: Aroldis Chapman #45 of the Pittsburgh Pirates celebrates after striking out Jacob Young of the Washington Nationals to end the eighth inning at Nationals Park on April 04, 2024 in Washington, DC.

Fans React To Aroldis Chapman Signing With Red Sox

James Merling • 2 years ago The Boston Red Sox finished the 2024 season with a record of 81-81, which landed them in third place in the American League East. After missing the postseason for a third straight season, the Red Sox could be one of the more aggressive teams this offseason as they try to keep up with the New...

Analyst Says 1 Free Agent Is The 'Obvious Answer' For Red Sox

James Merling • 2 years ago The Boston Red Sox have nine World Series titles in their history, with four coming since 2004. Despite a historic organization used to playing winning baseball, the Red Sox have struggled recently as they have missed the postseason the past three seasons. Last season, they finished third in...

MLB Insider Reveals What The Red Sox Need To Do This Offseason

James Merling • 2 years ago The Boston Red Sox play in the AL East, one of the toughest divisions in Major League Baseball. In a division that includes the New York Yankees, the Red Sox must stay active in their player signings each year to keep up. While the Red Sox have nine World Series titles in their history, they...

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 26: Juan Soto #22 of the New York Yankees reacts after making a catch for an out against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the third inning during Game Two of the 2024 World Series at Dodger Stadium on October 26, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

Red Sox Player Reveals His Thoughts On Team Meeting With Juan Soto

James Merling • 2 years ago The Boston Red Sox missed the postseason for the third straight season after finishing with a record of 81 wins and 81 losses. After winning the World Series in 2018, the Red Sox have only made the playoffs once in the last six seasons. The American League East division is often thought of as...

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 25: David Ortiz looks on during batting practice ahead of Game One of the 2024 World Series at Dodger Stadium on October 25, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

David Ortiz Reveals His Thoughts On Red Sox Pursuing Juan Soto

Justin Hussong • 2 years ago The Boston Red Sox have frustrated their fanbase for years since winning the 2018 World Series. Despite being in one of the biggest markets with some of the deepest pockets, this franchise has consistently raised fans' hopes each offseason only to let them down by acting like it can't afford...

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 28: Former MLB player David Ortiz looks on prior to the New York Yankees playing the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game Three of the 2024 World Series at Yankee Stadium on October 28, 2024 in New York City.

David Ortiz Gives Thoughts On Juan Soto Possibly Joining Red Sox

James Merling • 2 years ago The Boston Red Sox have nine World Series titles in franchise history with the most recent coming in 2018. Since that title, the Red Sox have made the postseason once in six seasons, and they have to deal with the New York Yankees in the AL East. However, the Red Sox could change those tides...

Batting helmets are seen in the Boston Red Sox dugout before Game Two of the American League Division Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on October 5, 2013 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Red Sox Are Reportedly Showing Interest In 2 Free Agents

James Merling • 2 years ago The Boston Red Sox finished the 2024 season with a record of 81 wins and 81 losses, which was good enough for a third-place finish in the American League East. After winning the World Series in 2018, the Red Sox have missed the postseason in five of the last six seasons, and they have missed...

Red Sox Agree To Deal With Free Agent Reliever

James Merling • 2 years ago The Boston Red Sox finished the 2024 season with a record of 81 wins and 81 losses and missed the playoffs for the third straight season. After winning the American League East Division three times in a row from 2016-2018, the Red Sox haven't won it again since. With the offseason underway, t...

Harold Reynolds Believes 1 Free Agent Pitcher Would Be Great Fit For Red Sox

James Merling • 2 years ago The Los Angeles Dodgers won the 2024 World Series, defeating the New York Yankees in five games. With the season in the books, free agency is underway with plenty of star players potentially signing with new teams. One player who will test free agency is Dodgers pitcher Jack Flaherty, who was...

Batting helmets are seen in the Boston Red Sox dugout before Game Two of the American League Division Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on October 5, 2013 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Red Sox Hire New Assistant Hitting Coach

James Merling • 2 years ago The Boston Red Sox missed the 2024 postseason as they finished with a record of 81 wins and 81 losses. Their .500 record resulted in a third-place finish in the American League East and a third straight year of missing the playoffs. As the Red Sox watch their rivals the New York Yankees play...

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - AUGUST 07: Danny Jansen #28 of the Boston Red Sox celebrates his home run in the fourth inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on August 07, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Danny Jansen Set To Make MLB History On Monday

Justin Hussong • 2 years ago One of baseball's main quirks is even though the MLB is almost 150 years old and each team plays 162 games a year, you could turn on any game at any given time and see something you've never seen before. Boston Red Sox catcher Danny Jansen is set to give fans something they have never seen be...

BOSTON, MA - JULY 26: Catcher Connor Wong #12 of the Boston Red Sox goes tumbling after he tagged out Austin Wells #28 of the New York Yankees at home plate during the sixth inning at Fenway Park on July 26, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts.

MLB Insider Details Wild Stats In Yankees, Red Sox Series

Justin Hussong • 2 years ago The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox have bludgeoned each other through the first two games of their three-game series this weekend as they jockey for position in the American League Wild Card standings. One insider shared some stats to provide context into just how ridiculous this series...

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JULY 27: Aaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees steals second base against Ceddanne Rafaela #43 of the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning at Fenway Park on July 27, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Red Sox Player's Embarrassing Error Is Going Viral

Justin Hussong • 2 years ago The Boston Red Sox dropped a devastating game to the New York Yankees on Saturday night 11-8 after being tied five separate times and giving up runs in the 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th innings to blow a late lead, including an 8-7 9th-inning lead with closer Kenley Jansen one strike away from fini...

Batting helmets are seen in the Boston Red Sox dugout before Game Two of the American League Division Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on October 5, 2013 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Red Sox Draft Son Of Team Legend

Randal Davidson • 2 years ago David Ortiz, or "Big Papi" as he is so affectionately known to legions of Boston Red Sox fans, carved out a career that few could ever hope to match. In 20 big league seasons, mostly in Boston, Ortiz became a legend of the game who will always be remembered for his exploits on the diamond and...

Batting helmets are seen in the Boston Red Sox dugout before Game Two of the American League Division Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on October 5, 2013 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Top Red Sox Prospect Shows Off Power During Futures Skills Showcase

Justin Hussong • 2 years ago One of the most exciting events of MLB's All-Star break is the Futures game and all that comes along with it, as many fans get the opportunity to catch a first glimpse of the next generation of superstars. One top Boston Red Sox prospect put on a show during yesterday's inaugural Futures Skil...

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora looks on during the sixth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Fenway Park on September 08, 2023 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Red Sox Players Are Forcing Front Office To Become Active Buyers

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago Before the 2024 MLB season started, the Boston Red Sox were seen as a team transitioning from rebuilding to being true contenders. That philosophy probably justified their offseason decision to trade away pitcher Chris Sale for infielder Vaughn Grissom, for example. The season started and the...

Insider Reveals What Red Sox Could Do At Trade Deadline

Justin Hussong • 2 years ago The Boston Red Sox went into this season with low expectations and a frustrated fanbase growing restless at ownership's apathy and lack of aggression both during previous offseasons and trade deadlines, but the team has caught fire and is now a season-high seven games over .500 at 43-36. The...

MLB fans watch batting practice before the Boston Red Sox play the Houston Astros in Game Three of the American League Championship Series at Fenway Park on October 18, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Ken Rosenthal Joins Red Sox Fans In Frustration With Ownership

Justin Hussong • 2 years ago The Boston Red Sox had another ho-hum offseason that set the team up for yet another season of mediocrity, and fans' patience with ownership is wearing thin, especially given all the recent comments from John Henry and the ownership team that come across as tone-deaf and unaware of why fans a...

Batting helmets are seen in the Boston Red Sox dugout before Game Two of the American League Division Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on October 5, 2013 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Red Sox Slugger Has Been On Must-See Run Since Returning From Injury

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago The Boston Red Sox have been more competitive than expected, with a 21-19 record and a solid +33 run differential. That's good enough for third place in the tough AL East and it's been surprising, to say the least. Of course, when you have a slugger of Rafael Devers' caliber, anything can hap...

A detail of a Boston Red Sox hat in the dugout during the first inning of the game against the San Francisco Giants at Fenway Park on July 19, 2016 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Insider Reveals Latest Red Sox Addition

Andres Chavez • 2 years ago The Boston Red Sox recently learned that they will be without first baseman Triston Casas for a while because of an injury. At 17-13, the Red Sox are very much contenders and while their roster is flawed, it's competitive enough to stay in the race under the right circumstances. Losing Casas,...