Over the Monster

Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images News and notes from around Red Sox Nation. The Houston Astros were eliminated from the MLB postseason yesterday, and pending free agent Alex Bregman, who has been frequently been mentioned as a good fit for the Red Sox, thanked Astros fans with what many interpreted as a farewell tweet. But, regardless of whether Craig Breslow is even … [Read more...] about Red Sox News & Links: The Rumor Mill Starts Churning

Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images Roman Anthony is the No. 1 Prospect in all of baseball, but his numbers might not even be the most impressive thing about him. Last month, I had the opportunity to speak with Roman Anthony in the WooSox clubhouse. He was impressive on many fronts: Physically, emotionally, intellectually, and even his ability to … [Read more...] about The MLB Playoffs Are Underway and Roman Anthony is Watching and Learning

Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images Kings looking for new crown Happy Thursday. You come for the crown you best not miss.#HEYHEYHEYHEY https://t.co/JXadJiUjNc pic.twitter.com/r7yMaLbfrr— Kansas City Royals (@Royals) October 2, 2024 The Kansas City Royals are in it to win it, sweeping the Baltimore Orioles into the dustbin of history. The Detroit Tigers swept the … [Read more...] about OTM Open Thread 10/3: We’ll Never Be Royals

Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images One day into the offseason and the apropos of nothing machine has already kicked into high gear. On Monday, the Red Sox held their End-of-Season press conference from Fenway Park, and while many words were spoken, not much was actually said. Perhaps the clearest and loudest statements were made by John Henry and Tom … [Read more...] about The Red Sox Offseason is Already Off to a Frustrating Start

Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images And are a little wild, in fact Happy Wednesday. The Detroit Tigers, Kansas City Royals, New York Mets, and San Diego Padres were winners yesterday. The Houston Astros, Baltimore Orioles, Milwaukee Brewers, and Atlanta Braves all stand a game away from elimination. Today’s slate is: Tigers vs Astros at 2:32 PM ET on … [Read more...] about OTM Open Thread 10/2: Wild Cards Start

Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images Playoffs! For others! Happy Tuesday. It’s a new day and a new month. Per Sam Kennedy success for the Red Sox is still playing October baseball. Unfortunately for him game 162 in 2025 is September 28th so he doesn’t get a freebie. And it’s against Cinderella darling the Detroit Tigers. Sellers at the deadline who made … [Read more...] about OTM Open Thread 10/1: It is October

Photo by Matt Thomas/San Diego Padres/Getty Images The Red Sox won’t be there, but these guys will. Playoff baseball is fun. Not making the playoffs is less fun, but just because the Red Sox aren’t participating doesn’t mean you shouldn’t enjoy the imminent chaos. Because baseball is somewhat of a regional sport, you might not as plugged in on other teams, especially … [Read more...] about Fun Players to Watch in the MLB Playoffs

Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images Unfortunately, the Red Sox came just short of needing a playoff edition of our rankings. The MLB playoffs begin today, but the Boston Red Sox will not be participating, unfortunately. Despite remaining competitive for much of the season, the Sox ran out of gas down the stretch, ultimately finishing at an even 81-81. … [Read more...] about Red Sox Player Power Rankings: The 2024 Finale

Photo by Stan Grossfeld/The Boston Globe via Getty Images Perfectly balanced Happy Monday. The Red Sox season is over. There is a doubleheader today between the Mets and Braves. If one team sweeps it’s that team and the Arizona Diamondbacks. If the series is a split, they both make it and the Dbacks go home. That’s still better than finishing out of the playoffs but … [Read more...] about OTM Open Thread: When September Ends