12:04 AM EDT, Tue March 19, 2024
South Side Sox 11 hours ago
Today in White Sox History: March 18

Today in White Sox History: March 18

On this day eight years ago, dumb got dumber. | @BNightengale/Twitter On this day eight years ago, dumb things got much dumber for the South Siders 1942 White Sox manager Jimmy Dykes granted Black players Jackie Robinson and Nate Moreland a tryout with the White Sox, while the Pale Hose conducted spring training in Pasadena, Calif. Neither player made the cut. After also failing to make the Boston Red Sox after a tryout, Robinson was signed to play for the Kansas City Monarchs three years later, becoming an All-Star as a rookie and breaking the color barrier in MLB in...
NESN.com 13 hours ago

Red Sox Announce Flurry Of Roster Moves With Opening Day Nearing

The Boston Red Sox on Monday morning announced a flurry of roster moves with 10 days remaining before Opening Day. Boston optioned catcher Tyler Heineman and left-hander Joe Jacques to Triple-A Worcester. Additionally, right-handed relief pitchers Justin Hagenman and Chase Shugart along with left-handed relievers Jorge Benitez and Cam Booser were reassigned to minor league […]
Over the Monster 13 hours ago
Red Sox News & Links: Brayan Bello to Start Opening Day?

Red Sox News & Links: Brayan Bello to Start Opening Day?

Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/ Plus, an injury to the bullpen Hey, everyone, it’s “this is a really fun group of guys, everyone gets along great” season! Spring Training provides few things that are more reliably fun than the stories about players bonding and coming together as a team. This is true even though these stories are written every year, even about clubhouses that end up proving as toxic as the mouth of the Mystic River. This year, we’ve got closest-to-the-pin outings, trips to TopGolf, and meals at Trevor Story’s house. (Peter Abraham, Boston...
Over the Monster 15 hours ago
The Red Sox Must Reduce Their Proximity to the Tension Point

The Red Sox Must Reduce Their Proximity to the Tension Point

Photo by Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Just playing meaningful baseball in September would go a long way in restoring the relevancy of the Red Sox. In the 14-year stretch between 1998 and 2011, the Red Sox were box office entertainment. Part of this had to do with them being at intersection of the greatest rivalry in the history of the sport and an 86-year-old curse. And of course, from there, things were further escalated by perhaps the most theatric two-year saga sports has ever offered, in 2003 and 2004. (Epic doesn’t even begin to describe what transpired...
NESN.com Mar 17, 2024

Did Red Sox Tip Hand At Who Will Pitch Opening Day Vs. Mariners?

The Boston Red Sox haven’t officially named an Opening Day starter, however, all signs could be pointing toward one arm taking the mound on March 28 against the Seattle Mariners: Brayan Bello. Bello, 24, already made three exhibition starts in spring training, notching a 4.85 ERA through 13 innings tossed. With one last appearance booked […]
NESN.com Mar 17, 2024

Red Sox Move Pitcher Fighting For Starting Spot To Bullpen

There is one less pitcher now in the mix for one of the final spots in the Boston Red Sox starting rotation. Red Sox manager Alex Cora told reporters Sunday that Josh Winckowski will no longer be in contention to be a part of the starting staff and will head to the bullpen, according to […]
NESN.com Mar 17, 2024

This Left-Handed Reliever Clearly Impressing Alex Cora In Red Sox Camp

Cam Booser seems to be inching closer to a spot on the Opening Day roster of the Boston Red Sox. The 31-year-old Booser, a non-roster left-hander who does not have MLB experience, was the recipient of Alex Cora’s praises. “Right now Cam is throwing the ball well,” Cora told reporters before the Red Sox faced […]
Over the Monster Mar 17, 2024
Josh Winckowski to Start Season in Bullpen

Josh Winckowski to Start Season in Bullpen

Photo by Mary DeCicco/MLB Photos via The righty’s shaping up to be a multi-inning reliever once again for the Red Sox. Some people pregame for St. Patrick’s Day by dressing up in clover-laden jawns and by deleting a few alcoholic beverages. I pregame by writing about the Red Sox’s pitching staff...before deleting a few alcoholic beverages of my own. At the top o’ the morning on Sunday, multiple people within the Boston sports media landscape let us know that Red Sox manager Alex Cora came to a decision regarding right-handed pitcher Josh Winckowski’s status...
NESN.com Mar 16, 2024

Red Sox Roster Challengers Make Progress Against Division Ace

While the Red Sox saw talent with their next core at the “Spring Breakout” game at JetBlue Park on Saturday, the big-league club got work in Sarasota, Fla. against the Baltimore Orioles. Boston still has several decisions to make regarding the Opening Day roster landscape. With spots and playing time up for grabs, three players […]
NESN.com Mar 16, 2024

Richard Fitts Experimenting Pitches For Best Red Sox Chance

Richard Fitts joined the Boston Red Sox this offseason as an intriguing minor league arm with upside. The right-hander was one of three pitchers traded from the New York Yankees to the Red Sox in December in exchange for Alex Verdugo. Fitts got a chance to show Boston more of his potential during Saturday’s “Spring […]
NESN.com Mar 16, 2024

Red Sox Notebook: Top Talents Shine In ‘Spring Breakout’ Showcase

The Boston Red Sox took care of business against the Atlanta Braves in a 7-2 victory in MLB’s “Spring Breakout” game. Boston’s top prospects took advantage of the showcase opportunity and played up to potential. From timely hitting to quality defense, one of baseball’s farm systems was on full display at JetBlue Park. With several […]
NESN.com Mar 16, 2024

Kyle Teel Stars For Red Sox In ‘Spring Breakout’ Game

The Boston Red Sox had a successful Saturday down at JetBlue Park, as they picked up an 8-2 victory in their “Spring Breakout” matchup against the Atlanta Braves. Kyle Teel, in particular, was spectacular as some of MLB’s best young talents showcased their skills in Fort Myers, Fla. Teel finished 2-for-2 from the dish, driving […]
NESN.com Mar 16, 2024

Here’s Red Sox Lineup For ‘Spring Breakout’ Matchup Vs. Braves

MLB will hold its “Spring Breakout” series this weekend, and the Boston Red Sox will showcase their top prospects in a matchup against the Atlanta Braves at JetBlue Park. The inaugural “Spring Breakout” series was created to showcase the future stars of MLB, and there will be 16 exhibition contests in ballparks across the Grapefruit […]
NESN.com Mar 15, 2024

What Jason Varitek Sees In Red Sox Prospect Kyle Teel

Kyle Teel is a huge part of the future for the Boston Red Sox, teaming up with Roman Anthony and Marcelo Mayer as the top prospects in the farm system. Teel’s bat has helped him hit his way to Double-A after just 26 professional games. Defensively, he’s solid but certainly has room to fine-tune aspects […]
NESN.com Mar 15, 2024

Who Alex Cora Views As Red Sox ‘Spring Breakout’ Captain

The Boston Red Sox have a number of top-tier prospects that will take the field on Saturday during an inaugural “Spring Breakout” game against the Atlanta Braves. Among the players is outfielder Ceddanne Rafaela, who has impressed in spring training after debuting for the Red Sox in 2023. Rafaela gets set to play in the […]

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    Red Sox Announce Flurry Of Roster Moves With Opening Day Nearing

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    Joe Jacques

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