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The dust has settled from the 2024 trade deadline, and MLB organizations are beginning to deal with their new rosters. One of the clubs that was active in the market was the Boston Red Sox, who made five trades near the July 30 deadline. On Wednesday, Boston made multiple transactions to clean up its current squad. The Red Sox activated an acquisition in a flurry of roster … [Read more...] about Red Sox Activate Deadline Acquistion in Flurry Of Roster Moves

The Boston Red Sox have acquired right-hander Quinn Priester from the Pittsburgh Pirates for infielder Nick Yorke, per Jeff Passan of ESPN. There is no room for Priester in Boston’s rotation, but he will supplement its starting pitching depth. The 23-year-old hasn’t shown much at the major league level, collecting a 6.61 ERA over 81 2/3 innings. Priester is a former top-100 … [Read more...] about Report: Red Sox Strengthen Pitching Depth with Trade from Pirates

Boston Red Sox executive Craig Breslow finalized a three-year contract extension for manager Alex Cora. Appearing on The Greg Hill Show Thursday morning, Breslow discussed Cora’s contract extension including the change between the offseason and now, along with his own relationship with Cora needed to grow. Slowly, Breslow and Cora have built a relationship in the last eight … [Read more...] about Craig Breslow Says Bond with Manager Needed to Grow Before Extension

In a sign he could be nearing a return, Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas could start a rehab assignment by the end of this week, Craig Breslow, the club’s Chief Baseball Officer, said on Thursday. Casas has been out since mid-April. There have been varying reports regarding his return timetable over the last few months. But a direct statement from someone within the … [Read more...] about Injured Red Sox Infielder Nearing Potential Return

The Boston Red Sox are reportedly in talks to acquire James Paxton from the Los Angeles Dodgers, Jeff Passan of ESPN reports. The 35-year-old was designated for assignment by the Dodgers on Monday, opening a seven-day window for clubs to trade for Paxton. The veteran started 19 games for Boston in 2023. It is currently unclear what Los Angeles would get in return for … [Read more...] about Report: Dodgers Trade James Paxton to Red Sox for Minor League Pitcher

Manager Alex Cora recently moved into fourth place all-time in franchise history wins. He is under contract with the Boston Red Sox through the end of the season but his future is now clear. Per Jon Heyman of The New York Post, the two sides have agreed on a three-year deal of more than $7 million annually. The deal will pay Cora in the range of $21.75 million over those three … [Read more...] about Report: Alex Cora, Red Sox Are in Agreement on a 3-Year Extension

The Boston Red Sox enter Tuesday sitting just two games out of an American League Wild Card spot. Many around the league, thethe Sox’sincluding Red Sox officials, did not expect the team to be so competitive this season. Though winning hasn’t appeared to be a top priority for ownership in recent seasons, the Red Sox seem ready to acquire pitching at the upcoming trade … [Read more...] about Red Sox Interested In Left-Handed Pitchers

With the 2024 MLB trade deadline just a week away, rumors are heating up regarding some of the league’s best players. Organizations usually have three choices when approaching the deadline: buy, sell, or stand pat. Despite a four-game losing streak, it seems like the Boston Red Sox will attempt to buy, or at least somewhat, by July 30. And although pitching is the club’s first … [Read more...] about Red Sox Linked With Four Hitters Ahead Of Trade Deadline

The Boston Red Sox have played themselves into playoff contention over the past month and a half, raising a .500 record to 53-42 before the All-Star break. That reportedly changed the organization’s trade deadline policy, at least for now, from on-the-fence to a buyer’s mentality. However, Boston came out of the break and was brutally swept by the Los Angeles Dodgers on the … [Read more...] about Potential Issues Brewing In Red Sox Bullpen Ahead Of 2024 Trade Deadline