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Red Sox Reach Agreement With David Price, 7 Years $217 Million
The Boston Red Sox have reportedly reached an agreement with free-agent left-hander David Price on a seven-year deal worth $217 million. Price is coming off a 2015 season where he pitched to a 2.45 ERA over 220 1/3 innings of work... More of this article »
Boston Red Sox Call Up Rusney Castillo
Wielding a hot bat at Triple-A Pawtucket while the woeful Red Sox lineup has struggled to score, Rusney Castillo likely knew that his 2015 Major League debut was inevitable. The 27-year-old right-handed hitter from Cuba, who was batting... More of this article »
Castillo, Craig and Kazmir could bolster Red Sox
Considering the widely publicized pitching woes and the unexpectedly anemic offense, it could be worse for the Boston Red Sox. Almost a quarter of the 2015 regular season is complete, and the team favored by many pundits to win the... More of this article »
Boston Red Sox Need Changes, and Now
For the Boston Red Sox, Wednesday’s night’s loss to Tampa Bay served as an excruciating microcosm of how the young 2015 campaign has unfolded. Plagued by woeful starting pitching, a leaky bullpen and a lack of hitting with... More of this article »
Red Sox Trade Analysis: Robbie Ross, Anthony Ranaudo
Desiring a power left-hander for their bullpen, the Boston Red Sox tapped into their pitching depth once again to acquire Robbie Ross from the Texas Rangers on Tuesday. Boston sent 25-year-old right-hander Anthony Ranaudo to Texas.... More of this article »
Red Sox Should Pass On Cole Hamels, Consider Cliff Lee
Monday marked the beginning of this year’s Boston Red Sox Rookie Development Program, which consists of 10 players and is designed to ease their transition into the majors. Outfielders Mookie Betts, Rusney Castillo and Henry... More of this article »
Red Sox, Padres Swap Will Middlebrooks, Ryan Hanigan – Analysis
Formerly considered a likely long-term fixture at third base for the Boston Red Sox, Will Middlebrooks is getting a much-needed fresh start with a new club for which he has a chance to fill the hot corner role in 2015. On Thursday,... More of this article »
Boston Red Sox, Justin Masterson reunite with one-year deal
Early Wednesday evening, the Boston Red Sox starting rotation consisted of Clay Buchholz, Joe Kelly and an array of promising young Major League arms and top prospects. Less than 24 hours later, the club has acquired Wade Miley and... More of this article »
Red Sox, Tigers swap Yoenis Cespedes, Rick Porcello
Boston’s rotation reconstruction continued Thursday morning. The Red Sox acquired 25-year-old right-hander Rick Porcello from the Detroit Tigers for outfielder Yoenis Cespedes, right-handed reliever Alex Wilson and a minor leaguer,... More of this article »
Red Sox Begin Rotation Rebuild, Acquire Wade Miley
Hours after Jon Lester signed with the Chicago Cubs, Boston Red Sox general manager Ben Cherington told reporters that his club would make multiple moves to bolster the starting rotation. One transaction was initiated on Wednesday... More of this article »
Red Sox-Phillies talking swap for lefty Antonio Bastardo
After their ill-fated attempt to reunite with Andrew Miller, the Boston Red Sox are discussing a deal with Philadelphia to acquire another power left-hander. According to Sean McAdam of CSNNE.com, Boston is interested in landing 29-year-old... More of this article »
Red Sox, A’s Trade Analysis: Red Sox Trade About Future, A’s About Now
Over the last few years, a debate that stoked wide-ranging comments circulated around New England and across baseball about Jon Lester. Is he a legitimate ace or a solid yet unspectacular No. 2 starter? Perhaps Oakland general manager... More of this article »
Oakland Gets Jon Lester from Red Sox for Cespedes, Gomes
The Oakland Athletics have acquired Jon Lester and Jonny Gomes from the Boston Red Sox for Yoenis Cespedes. Oakland is also sending a competitive balance draft pick to the Red Sox in the trade, and the Red Sox will be sending cash... More of this article »
Red Sox Trades Could Come Fast and Furious
Literally and figuratively, the Boston Red Sox aren’t the Houston Astros. Nor are they the Chicago Cubs. Though the 2013 World Series champions are mired in the American League East basement and could remain there by season’s... More of this article »
Red Sox Rumors: Lester, Miller, Drew Among Trade Chips
A five-game losing skid that was snapped by his club’s 3-2 win on Sunday at Tampa Bay clinched the mindset of Boston Red Sox General Manager Ben Cherington in the final days leading to Thursday’s non-waiver trade deadline. On... More of this article »
Giants Acquire Jake Peavy In Deal With Red Sox
The San Francisco Giants have made a move to acquire right-hander Jake Peavy in a trade from the Boston Red Sox. The Red Sox will receive minor league pitchers in the deal. The deal helps the Giants to solidify their rotation and... More of this article »
MLB Trade Rumors: Should the Marlins Deal Giancarlo Stanton?
The Miami Marlins got off to a surprising start in 2014. As late as May 8th, they were in first place in the National League East. Since then they’ve gone 11-20 and after losing to the New York Mets, they enter the All-Star... More of this article »
Red Sox to Designate A.J. Pierzynski for Assignment
The Boston Red Sox signed free-agent catcher A.J. Pierzynski to a a one-year, $8.25 million deal to join the team over the past offseason. According to Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports the team will designate the 37 year old for assignment,... More of this article »
Red Sox Sign Picks Michael Chavis, Michael Kopech, Sam Travis
The Boston Red Sox reached agreement with with three of it top draft picks, Michael Chavis, Michael Kopech, and Sam Travis, from the 2014 MLB Draft. Chavis, selected 26th overall, agreed to a full-slot bonus of $1,870,500 and will... More of this article »
Boston Red Sox: Jon Lester Deal Needs to Get Done
Locking up Dustin Pedroia through 2021 on a team-friendly $110 million contract represented a monumental step by the Boston Red Sox to remain a formidable contender for the long term. Inking Jon Lester to a lengthy deal and retaining... More of this article »
Stephen Drew Could Return to the Red Sox if…
Stephen Drew still could accept the reported one-year, $11 million offer to play one more season with the Boston Red Sox, but the longer the 30-year-old shortstop remains a free agent, the less likely it is he will wear the uniform... More of this article »
Red Sox Avoid Arbitration With Andrew Miller
A deep and talented bullpen was an instrumental reason why the Boston Red Sox won the World Series last October. They expect to have the same level of success with their relievers in 2014, albeit with a few new names. This weekend,... More of this article »
Red Sox Ryan Dempster to Sit Out 2014
Considered a likely trade candidate this offseason because of his team’s starting rotation depth, Ryan Dempster announced on Sunday that he will not pitch in 2014. Citing a neck ailment and a desire to spend more time with his... More of this article »
Depth of Red Sox Farm System Provides Flexibility For Future
Winning consecutive World Series championships is a daunting challenge in today’s era of Major League Baseball. It is so rare that the last team to accomplish the feat was the New York Yankees, which captured a third straight... More of this article »
David Ortiz Wants Another Year On His Deal
Arguably the best designated hitter since the role was installed in 1973, David Ortiz is also often a lightning rod for debate when he delivers an interview to the media. Ever eager to gain security, even at the age of 38, the slugger... More of this article »
How Kershaw Deal Could Affect Lester and Red Sox Going Forward
A signing 3,000 miles away from Boston will likely impact the future of the Red Sox starting rotation. The Los Angeles Dodgers agreed with 25-year-old left-hander Clayton Kershaw on a seven-year, $215 million contract. Kershaw won... More of this article »
Is Jackie Bradley Jr. Ready to Be an Everyday Player ?
Jackie Bradley Jr. is not Jacoby Ellsbury – figuratively and literally. Now 30, Ellsbury is one of the best base stealers in Major League Baseball, and he is proven leadoff hitter who is productive at the plate, disruptive on the... More of this article »
Red Sox Off-Season Tinkering Not Quite Done
Continuing the preference for fiscal caution that they have demonstrated since shedding the albatross contracts they shipped to the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2012, the Boston Red Sox let Jacoby Ellsbury sign a costly long-term deal with... More of this article »
Re-Signing Stephen Drew Could Prompt Will Middlebrooks Trade for Red Sox
Stephen Drew is regarded as the best shortstop on the free agent market, but there is debate about whether he will get the multi-year offer he is seeking or return to the Boston Red Sox on a one-year or two-year contract. At the... More of this article »
Mike Napoli Re-Signs With Boston Red Sox
Earlier today we reported the market for Mike Napoli was at it peak. Tonight Napoli made his decision and will re-sign with the Boston Red Sox on a two-year deal for $32 million. The Red Sox agreed with Napoli last winter on a three-year... More of this article »
Stephen Drew Could Land Back in Boston
Major League teams searching for a starting shortstop saw a prime option plucked off the free agent market on Thursday when it was reported that the Miami Marlins reached a one-year deal with 36-year-old Rafael Furcal. That leaves... More of this article »