The MLB draft, more than any other, should be taken in with a grain of salt. Most players drafted over the course of the 40-round event will not sign with the team that drafts them. The ones that do sign are hardly guaranteed to reach the majors in a short period of time, if they make it at all. That said, the draft can be, and often is, an avenue upon which franchises may find … [Read more...] about Red Sox 2017 Draft Review: Top Six Picks
Baseball Memorabilia Market Heats Up in Anticipation of Opening Day
This article is a round-up of some of the premier baseball items that have been offered at auction throughout the month of March. Memorabilia such as Mickey Mantle worn briefs and signed briefs, Babe Ruth‘s bat, and notable vintage baseball cards all hit the auction block. Vintage Baseball Memorabilia Hits New Highs Mickey Mantle game-worn and autographed briefs Weiss Auctions … [Read more...] about Baseball Memorabilia Market Heats Up in Anticipation of Opening Day
Red Sox No. 6 Prospect Promoted, Will Start Tonight in Sacramento
BOSTON — The Boston Red Sox called up left-handed pitcher Connelly Early from Triple-A Worcester for his major league debut tonight against the Athletics, first reported by Foul Territory TV. As a corresponding move, the team placed starter Dustin May on the 15-day injured list with (as of this time) an undisclosed injury, per Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald. Early, a … [Read more...] about Red Sox No. 6 Prospect Promoted, Will Start Tonight in Sacramento
Red Sox Shortstop Facing Easy Opt-Out Decision
The Boston Red Sox have had a rollercoaster of a season. Within those ups and downs, their veteran shortstop, Trevor Story, has been at the heart of everything they’re doing this season. Story has been a massive boost for the Red Sox on both sides of the ball. He also hasn’t shown signs of slowing down as the team barrels toward the postseason. However, one thing is looming for … [Read more...] about Red Sox Shortstop Facing Easy Opt-Out Decision
Report: Red Sox Sign Aroldis Chapman to Extension
According to multiple reports, the Boston Red Sox have given closer Aroldis Chapman an extension through next season, along with a vesting option for 2027. The news was first reported by MLB insider Francys Romero. Chris Cotillo of MassLive later reported that Chapman will earn $13.3 million in 2026. Jun 24, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Boston Red Sox pitcher Aroldis Chapman … [Read more...] about Report: Red Sox Sign Aroldis Chapman to Extension
Report: Red Sox to Call Up Top Pitching Prospect for Friday Start
The Boston Red Sox are promoting Payton Tolle, their top pitching prospect, to debut Friday night against the Pittsburgh Pirates, according to multiple reports, including Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. The left-hander will start opposite second-year phenom Paul Skenes. TCU Horned Frogs utility Payton Tolle (49) pitches in the second inning of the Texas Longhorns game against … [Read more...] about Report: Red Sox to Call Up Top Pitching Prospect for Friday Start
Former Yankees Closer Turns Career Around with Rival Club
Rebounding from adversity is not an easy thing to do, but it seems that a former New York Yankees powerhouse pitcher has done it. Ex-Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman has turned his career around completely after a bad ending in New York. The “Cuban Missile” was once seen to be a specimen of a reliever until mental and physical struggles prevailed. When discussing adversity, … [Read more...] about Former Yankees Closer Turns Career Around with Rival Club
Pair of Southpaws Duking it Out for the AL Cy Young Award
Tarik Skubal. Garrett Crochet. Without a doubt, the two best pitchers in the American League are throwing punch for punch, trying to win the American League Cy Young Award. For Skubal, he is trying to make history and become the first AL pitcher since Pedro Martinez in 1999-2000 to win back-to-back AL Cy Youngs. Crochet is trying to put a wrench in that and capture his first AL … [Read more...] about Pair of Southpaws Duking it Out for the AL Cy Young Award
Report: Red Sox Lock Up Rookie Star with $130 Million Extension
BOSTON — The Boston Red Sox secured their outfield future Wednesday, finalizing an eight-year, $130 million contract extension with rookie sensation Roman Anthony, first reported by ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The extension includes a club option for 2034 and escalators that could push its value to $230 million. The agreement, pending a physical, begins in 2026 and keeps the … [Read more...] about Report: Red Sox Lock Up Rookie Star with $130 Million Extension