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After reuniting with the Boston Red Sox at the trade deadline, left-hander James Paxton has been diagnosed with a potentially season-ending calf injury. On Sunday, Paxton limped off the field after injuring his lower leg while making a quick move to cover first base. He made a sharp turn off the mound on a ground ball from Yordan Alvarez down the first base line. He quickly … [Read more...] about Red Sox Pitcher Suffers Potential Season-Ending Injury

Boston Red Sox center fielder Jarren Duran has been suspended two games after directing a homophobic slur toward a fan during Sunday’s game against the Houston Astros. The suspension will begin with Monday night’s game against the Texas Rangers at Fenway Park. Duran’s two-game salary will be donated to PFLAG, the Federation of Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays. The … [Read more...] about Jarren Duran Suspended Two Games After Sunday’s Incident

On a day where multiple roster moves will occur, the Boston Red Sox are calling up right-hander Chase Shugart on Monday, according to MassLive’s Chris Cotillo. The reliever has spent most of the last three seasons at Triple-A Worcester. Shugart likely replaces Brennan Bernardino, who is headed the other way. The 27-year-old’s first appearance will be his MLB debut.     An arm … [Read more...] about Red Sox Select Pitcher’s Contract For MLB Debut

After throwing just five pitches, Boston Red Sox pitcher James Paxton was forced out of his start against the Houston Astros on Sunday. Paxton, who joined Boston from the Los Angeles Dodgers in late July, attempted to run toward first base to cover the bag on a ground ball to Dominic Smith. He barely made it off the mound, began holding his lower leg, and had to be helped off … [Read more...] about New Red Sox Starter Exits Pivotal Start With Injury

The Boston Red Sox’s farm system has some heavy talent that consistently plays together. That will continue for the foreseeable future in 2024. Boston’s top prospects coined the “Big Three,” are all moving up the organization’s ranks on Sunday. Marcelo Mayer, Roman Anthony, and Kyle Teel are transitioning from Double-A (Portland Sea Dogs) to Triple-A (Worcester Red Sox), … [Read more...] about Red Sox “Big Three” Prospects Move To Triple-A

It’s been a rough three days for the Boston Red Sox, who were just swept by the Houston Astros. Pitcher James Paxton, who started Sunday’s contest, lasted under an inning before leaving with an injury. Boston was crushed 10-2, first baseman Dominic Smith pitched for the third time this season, and a once consistent reliever struggled again. With the Red Sox dealing with … [Read more...] about Reliever’s Demotion Among Expected Red Sox Roster Moves

Veteran lefty Rich Hill threw a bullpen session on Friday in hopes of showing teams what he has left in the tank. Hill’s interest in joining a contender this year has been widely reported, and his audition represents the first step in the signing process. With the trade deadline in the rearview mirror, deciding to sign Rich Hill could represent the last pitching upgrade a … [Read more...] about Potential Landing Spots for Veteran Pitcher Ahead of MLB Playoffs

In a shocking revelation, Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora told media members on Friday that he believes shortstop Trevor Story will eventually return in 2024. Cora said that Story will take batting practice on the field on Monday, which he termed a “huge step” for the 31-year-old. Story has been out since April 6 with a left shoulder dislocation. Cora gave no concrete … [Read more...] about Red Sox Infielder Trending Towards Shocking Return

After missing over two months due to injury, Boston Red Sox infielder Vaughn Grissom was reinstated from the 10-Day injured list on Thursday and optioned to Triple-A Worcester. Grissom had been on a rehab assignment with the Worcester Red Sox before being activated and sent back. The 23-year-old entered 2024 with a chance to be Boston’s starting second baseman. Injuries and … [Read more...] about Red Sox Reinstate Former Trade Acquisition, Option To Minors