The Boston Red Sox are off to a 1-3 start to the 2025 season. As is typically the case this early in the year, some players are overachieving while others have thus far underperformed. There’s no reason to hit the “panic” button just yet — or is there? What if the opening series against the Texas Rangers is indeed indicative of what awaits over the next 158 games? Let’s … [Read more...] about Overreactions To The Red Sox Opening Series
Report: Red Sox Won’t Talk Extension with Crochet in 2024 Season
According to Chris Cotillo of MassLive, Boston Red Sox Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow has stated that the team and pitcher Garrett Crochet are going to “table talks” on an extension past today. Reading between the lines, Crochet doesn’t want to cause any drama or tension in the locker room by negotiating with the Red Sox front office during the season. This means that … [Read more...] about Report: Red Sox Won’t Talk Extension with Crochet in 2024 Season
Liam Hendriks to Start Season on IL
According to Chris Cotillo, Liam Hendriks has not yet received his redemption. He’ll be starting the season back on the IL for the third time in 2 years, this time on the 15-day IL for elbow inflammation. Cooper Criswell, a man who lost his position to Brennan Bernardino for the last roster spot, will be called up in his place. As for Liam Hendriks, it is very unfortunate for … [Read more...] about Liam Hendriks to Start Season on IL
What To Expect From The Red Sox Rotation
The Red Sox rotation was once growing, but now it could become potentially the most feared one in the game today. With all the roster spots filled and the drama seemingly gone, it’s time to focus on what’s truly important: winning a World Series championship. While some key wins come from the hitting, others come from the pitching. With the Red Sox, it’s a key aspect of the … [Read more...] about What To Expect From The Red Sox Rotation
Rafael Devers to DH as Alex Bregman Prepares for Red Sox Debut
According to Alex Cora on WEEI, Rafael Devers will be the Red Sox’s full-time designated hitter in 2025, allowing Alex Bregman to take over at third base. Devers’ situation has raised plenty of questions, especially given his recent frustrations. He has yet to play in a Spring Training game this year and even considered requesting a trade out of frustration. It’s been a tough … [Read more...] about Rafael Devers to DH as Alex Bregman Prepares for Red Sox Debut
Jim Bowden Predicts Midseason Sandy Alcántara Trade to Red Sox
According to The Athletic, former GM Jim Bowden predicted that former Cy Young pitcher Sandy Alcántara could most likely be traded by the Miami Marlins. This could be to the Boston Red Sox in a package containing Wilyer Abreu, Franklin Arias, Luis Perales, and Juan Valera. In 2024, the Marlins had undergone their fifth rebuild in their franchise’s history since they originated … [Read more...] about Jim Bowden Predicts Midseason Sandy Alcántara Trade to Red Sox
Evaluating Kristian Campbell’s Potential as the Red Sox’s Starting Second Baseman
Across Spring Training, few positions have been as in flux as the Boston Red Sox’s starting second baseman spot. But as the preseason’s final week wraps up, rookie Kristian Campbell has seemingly emerged as the frontrunner. The Bregman Solution For a while, Alex Bregman seemed like the top man for the job. Despite winning his first Gold Glove last season at third base, the free … [Read more...] about Evaluating Kristian Campbell’s Potential as the Red Sox’s Starting Second Baseman
Injury-Plagued Red Sox Pitchers Struggling in Spring Training
Boston Red Sox batters got hit with the injury bug early and often in 2024. But Red Sox pitchers were arguably even more affected. How else to explain turning to elder statesmen James Paxton and Rich Hill in the season’s final months? Heading into 2025, a trio of pitchers who missed most or all of last year are back — sort of. Here’s a rundown of their comeback stories. Behind … [Read more...] about Injury-Plagued Red Sox Pitchers Struggling in Spring Training
Red Sox Manager Alex Cora Shuts Down First Base Platoon Talk
The last two times the Boston Red Sox faced ace left-handed pitchers—on Saturday at home against reigning National League Cy Young winner Chris Sale of the Braves and Tuesday on the road against the New York Yankees’ prized free-agent acquisition Max Fried—first baseman Triston Casas has been in the starting lineup. This wasn’t a one-off decision, signaling a clear plan for … [Read more...] about Red Sox Manager Alex Cora Shuts Down First Base Platoon Talk