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The Athletic Mar 30

MLB Hope-O-Meter results: Ranking fans’ optimism in 2026 for all 30 teams

Seventy-two percent of our readers reported they are optimistic about their favorite team this season, up from 66 percent last year.

The Athletic Mar 30

In MLB, they're all short kings now: new ABS measurements shrink half of all hitters

New measurements for the robo-ump strike zone are ending MLB height exaggerations. “I didn't know we were going to get exposed like that."

Boston.com Mar 30

Connelly Early continues to shine for Red Sox after strong first start in 2026

"He felt strong. He was strong all spring. … He did enough to give us a chance to win." The post Connelly Early continues to shine for Red Sox after…

Boston.com Mar 29

Red Sox drop season-opening series to Reds with 3-2 loss

Wilyer Abreu went 6 for 13 for Boston in the three-game series with two home runs, two doubles, and four RBIs. The post Red Sox drop season-opening series to Reds…

Heavy.com Mar 29

Connelly Early, Boston Red Sox Rookie Starter: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know

Here's what you need to know about Connelly Early, the Boston Red Sox young starting pitcher. The post Connelly Early, Boston Red Sox Rookie Starter: 5 Fast Facts You Need…

Heavy.com Mar 29

Boston Red Sox Manager Alex Cora Sends a Clear Message on Upcoming Lineup

Going into the 2026 season, Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora knew he had a surplus of outfielders. Finding playing time wasn’t going to be easy. Through two games, everyone…

Heavy.com Mar 29

Red Sox Trevor Story Drops Blunt Take After Controversial Call

The Boston Red Sox fell 6-5 to the Cincinnati Reds after extra innings at Great American Ball Park on Saturday. Sonny Gray’s debut for Boston did not go to plan.…

Heavy.com Mar 29

Alex Cora Gives Brutal Words to C.B. Bucknor After Red Sox Loss

The Boston Red Sox fell 6-5 to the Cincinnati Reds in extra innings on March 28 at Great American Ball Park. Nonetheless, one of the storylines from this loss was…

Heavy.com Mar 29

Boston Red Sox Player Is Still An MLB Free Agent After Opening Day

On Saturday, the Boston Red Sox lost to the Reds (in Cincinnati) by a score of 6-5.They are now 1-1 on the new season, and will look to win the…

The Athletic Mar 29

Red Sox lose 6-5 as umpire has 6 of 8 challenged calls overturned: 'He has one job to do'

"Two days ago, we were very excited about ABS. And today, we're not too happy with it," Red Sox manager Alex Cora said after the loss.

Boston.com Mar 29

Alex Cora not harping on late-game ejection by C.B. Bucknor: ‘We’re all human’

Cora was ejected in the eighth for arguing an inning-ending Trevor Story check swing strike three call. The post Alex Cora not harping on late-game ejection by C.B. Bucknor: ‘We’re…

Boston.com Mar 29

Trevor Story reacts to strike three call that got Alex Cora ejected in Red Sox’ loss

"Just obviously disagreed with the call real strongly. I think a lot of people did." The post Trevor Story reacts to strike three call that got Alex Cora ejected in…

Boston.com Mar 29

Here’s what Red Sox SP Sonny Gray said about his rough debut

“I just don’t feel like I put us in a good position to win the game, if I’m being honest.” The post Here’s what Red Sox SP Sonny Gray said…

The Athletic Mar 28

CB Bucknor has 6 pitches overturned via ABS, including consecutive challenges by Eugenio Suárez

Red Sox manager Alex Cora was ejected by Bucknor, who called out Trevor Story on a check swing and had eight pitches challenged.

Heavy.com Mar 28

Boston Red Sox Make New Roster Decision Before Reds Game

On Saturday, the Boston Red Sox will play their second game of the season when they face off against the Reds in Cincinnati.They are coming off a 3-0 victory over…

Heavy.com Mar 28

Red Sox Kristian Campbell Drops Notable Quote on 2026 Approach

The Boston Red Sox opened the 2026 season on Thursday with a 3-0 win in Cincinnati. In Worcester, things looked a little different. The WooSox dropped their season opener 3-1…

The Athletic Mar 28

What we learned from Red Sox opener: Roman Anthony's poise, Marcelo Mayer's readiness and more

The Red Sox were off Friday following Opening Day on Thursday. Here's more news, notes and observations from Game 1 of 162.

Heavy.com Mar 27

Red Sox Ace Garrett Crochet Makes Bold Statement on Strong Performance After Rough Spring

As sports fans, we tend to think irrationally. If you were thinking rationally, you would be able to understand that Boston Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet’s struggles in Spring Training…

Heavy.com Mar 27

Even in a Win, Alex Cora Second-Guesses Key ABS Moment

Even in a win, Boston Red Sox Manager Alex Cora walked away thinking about one moment he would handle differently.After the Boston Red Sox opened their season with a 3-0…

Heavy.com Mar 27

Boston Red Sox Get Good News After Season-Opening Win Over Cincinnati Reds

The Boston Red Sox opened the 2026 season on Thursday afternoon with a 3-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds. They did it the way they’re going to have to do…

Heavy.com Mar 27

Red Sox’ Alex Cora Reveals Plan for Outfield Logjam in 2026

The Boston Red Sox opened the 2026 season with a statement. Garrett Crochet took the mound at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati and delivered the kind of performance that…

The Athletic Mar 27

Robots, records and renewal define an important Opening Day for MLB

Coming off a stellar World Series and World Baseball Classic, MLB has momentum. It felt that way on Thursday, even if a work stoppage looms.

Boston.com Mar 27

Red Sox took advantage of MLB’s new automated strike challenge rules on Opening Day

“It can turn the game around, or has the ability to." The post Red Sox took advantage of MLB’s new automated strike challenge rules on Opening Day appeared first on…

The Athletic Mar 27

Garrett Crochet happy to 'turn the page' after rough spring, dazzles in season opener

"What was I thinking? It's probably unprintable," Crochet said, grinning after the Red Sox 3-0 victory over the Reds. "I just felt good."

Boston.com Mar 27

In first Opening Day with Red Sox, Marcelo Mayer made quite the impression off the bench

“To be with the team throughout the whole season is special. And I was definitely tearing up in the anthem a little bit.” The post In first Opening Day with…

Boston.com Mar 27

5 takeaways as Garrett Crochet, Marcelo Mayer steer Red Sox to 3-0 Opening Day win over Reds

So far, so good, as Boston played a complete game in Cincinnati. The post 5 takeaways as Garrett Crochet, Marcelo Mayer steer Red Sox to 3-0 Opening Day win over…

Heavy.com Mar 26

Boston Red Sox Star Roman Anthony Made History Against Reds

On Thursday afternoon, the Boston Red Sox played their first game of the 2026 season when they faced off against the Cincinnati Reds in Ohio.The Red Sox won by a…

Boston.com Mar 26

Garrett Crochet throws 6 shutout innings as Red Sox defeat Reds 3-0

Roman Anthony had three hits for the Red Sox, who had their 11th opening day shutout — with all but one on the road. The post Garrett Crochet throws 6…

Heavy.com Mar 26

Marcelo Mayer Answers Red Sox Questions With Breakout Opening Day Performance

The plan was clear before the first pitch. The Boston Red Sox were not going to hand Marcelo Mayer an everyday role to open the 2026 season.By the end of…

Heavy.com Mar 26

Garrett Crochet Dominates on Opening Day, Sets Tone for Red Sox Season

The Boston Red Sox did not just win on Opening Day. Behind a dominant performance from Garrett Crochet, they may have found exactly what they need at the top of…