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Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Red Sox face tough Caleb Durbin roster decision as freezing cold slump continues

Caleb Durbin was supposed to be the Red Sox' answer to losing Alex Bregman. So far, it's only worked out 50%.

Red Sox vs. Tigers prediction, odds, line, time: 2026 MLB picks for May 5 from proven model

SportsLine's model simulated Detroit Tigers vs. Boston Red Sox 10,000 times and revealed its MLB picks for Tuesday's matchup

Why are the Red Sox struggling to grasp the nuances of ABS?

We spoke with catchers Carlos Narváez and Connor Wong to learn about the team’s challenge philosophies. The post Why are the Red Sox struggling to grasp the nuances of ABS? appeared first on...

Red Sox’ Brayan Bello nears breaking point in starting rotation as Boston deploys opener strategy

Bello has had a very rocky 2026 season. Now, it seems Boston is at the end of their rope with him.

Red Sox urged to make 'serious' attempt to land Astros' 182-HR MVP candidate

This would be a game-changer for Boston.

Red Sox-Rangers trade pitch sends All-Star but 'distraction' to Texas for two prospects

This might be best for both parties involved.

Red Sox's best hitters this year aren't even in the starting lineup

This is a fascinating development for the Red Sox offense.

Red Sox News & Links: Injury updates on Roman Anthony, Sonny Gray, more

Much has been made about the fact that the Red Sox lineup was essentially constructed around the belief that Roman Anthony, despite not yet hitting his 22nd birthday, would perform like one of the...

Injury to star pitcher might've just halted one final Red Sox lifeline for 2026

The Boston Red Sox might've dodged a bullet as trade target Joe Ryan's injury could foreshadow long recovery process.

How can Red Sox pitcher Brayan Bello get back on track?

If you go to the FanGraphs’ batting stats leaderboard, you’ll have to scroll for a while before you find a Red Sox player listed. If you keep scrolling, and then scroll a little bit more, and...

Red Sox vs. Tigers prediction, odds, line, time: 2026 MLB picks for May 5 from proven model

SportsLine's model simulated Detroit Tigers vs. Boston Red Sox 10,000 times and revealed its MLB picks for Tuesday's matchup

How worried should the Red Sox be about Roman Anthony following injury scare?

The Red Sox can’t afford to hit many more potholes. The car is already made of spare tires, and another bump in the road might make the whole thing fall apart. On Monday, Roman Anthony exited the...

Red Sox Prospect Update: Johanfran Garcia breakout, Jacob Mayers and Anthony Eyanson deal

Boston Red Sox pitching prospects dominated their opponents at all levels this week.

Framber Valdez, starting vs. Red Sox, aims to stabilize Tigers' staff

The Detroit Tigers are missing three starting pitchers but still have one standout. He will be on the mound Tuesday against the visiting Boston Red So

Red Sox’s trade of Rafael Devers actually looks genius, and this one stat proves why

Did the Red Sox make the right move?

Red Sox’s update on Jason Varitek suggest ex-fan favorite has no future in Boston
Monday, May 4, 2026
Red Sox 5, Tigers 4: Big road win, followed by meditations on John Sterling, Jason Benetti and McGarnagle

The Red Sox won 5-4 on Monday night after two-time reigning Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal was scratched for surgery (boo), the game time was moved up to 6:10 (yay?) and the Justin Bieber to...

Duran hits 3-run homer, Tolle pitches 7 innings as Red Sox rally past Tigers 5-4

Duran went 3 for 5 and drove in three runs, and Wilyer Abreu and Marcelo Mayer both finished with RBIs in a 12-hit night for Boston. The post Duran hits 3-run homer, Tolle pitches 7 innings as Red...

Payton Tolle allows one hit in 7 innings as Red Sox tame Tigers

Jarren Duran blasted a go-ahead three-run homer, Payton Tolle recorded his first major league win and the visiting Boston Red Sox held off the Detroit

Explosive 7th inning, Duran's blast put Sox back in win column 
Red Sox’ Roman Anthony leaves game in 2nd inning due to right wrist discomfort

Anthony was replaced by Masataka Yoshida in left field after appearing to hurt his wrist on a check swing. The post Red Sox’ Roman Anthony leaves game in 2nd inning due to right wrist discomfort...

Red Sox Injury Update: Justin Slaten rehab appearance, Sonny Gray, Tanner Houck progress

Boston Red Sox reliever Justin Slaten made his first rehab appearance, Sonny Gray threw live BP on May 1 and Tanner Houck is working his way back from UCL surgery.

Troubled Red Sox turning to 29-year-old rookie pitcher Alec Gamboa

Boston's brass wanted to keep the left-hander in the MLB organization.

Red Sox fans fretting during rain delay after Roman Anthony leaves game

Roman Anthony exited a rain-delayed Red Sox-Tigers game with wrist discomfort as Boston fans hold their breath.

Anthony exits after awkward check swing in series opener vs. Tigers
Electric top pitching prospect's early promotion to Double-A is well-deserved

The Boston Red Sox have promoted pitching prospect Anthony Eyanson to Double-A following an eye-popping start to his career.

Contreras, Mayer clear air after postgame comments: 'We get along great'
Red Sox at Tigers Lineups: Game moved up to 6:10 as Sox avoid Skubal (not that it’s good or will matter)

The Red Sox’s game at the Tigers has been moved to 6:10 p.m. because of expected thunder in the area, but not that from the Sox’s bats. And while it’s theoretically nice that they don’t have to...

Red Sox' elite defense can’t mask MLB-worst offense in disastrous 2026 start

The Red Sox went all in on defense this offseason as a means to win games, and it's showed. However, their offense is preventing them from getting to their goal.

Red Sox fans trying to unpack Willson Contreras’ comments on Alex Cora

Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras spoke up about Alex Cora, but his comments led to more questions than answers.

Red Sox' offensive struggles highlight deeper issues with young core and clubhouse chemistry

The Red Sox offense continues to struggle, and now tension is rising between the young core and the veterans.

Red Sox Select Alec Gamboa

The Red Sox announced they have selected the contract of left-hander Alec Gamboa from Triple-A Worcester. Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com first reported that Gamboa was on a flight to Detroit and...

Red Sox get F grade for 2026 season so far amid organizational dysfunction

Things are not going good for the Red Sox, and they haven't for some time.

Chaotic Tarik Skubal injury scratch immediately changes Red Sox series vs. Tigers

Tarik Skubal has been scratched from the Boston Red Sox-Detroit Tigers' series opener on May 4 and is headed to IL for loose bodies in his throwing elbow.

Why Tigers scratched Tarik Skubal from Monday night start vs. Red Sox

This is a concerning development for the Tigers.

Red Sox get good news on former Yankees reliever Tommy Kahnle

Boston is keeping some depth in the organization.

Series Preview: Red Sox at Tigers

If you were plotting out the season before this weekend, taking two of three games against the Astros might have been a nice consolation prize. Losing two instead, when the Astros are a bad team –...

Astros have legit excuse for F-graded 2026 season unlike Mets, Phillies, or Red Sox

The Astros' issues are, partially, out of their control.

Red Sox receive 'crazy' trade prediction involving .879 OPS All-Star

Boston is in need of a quick turnaround.

Red Sox urged to trade 'one of the worst hitters in baseball' making $140 million

Boston's trade deadline could be extra busy.

Start of Monday's Red Sox-Tigers opener moved to 6:10 p.m. ET
Red Sox vs. Tigers prediction, odds, line, time: 2026 MLB picks for May 4 from proven model

SportsLine's model simulated Detroit Tigers vs. Boston Red Sox 10,000 times and revealed its MLB picks for Monday's matchup

Red Sox forced to make pitching roster move as assignment clause loomed large

The Boston Red Sox have seemingly called up minor league pitcher Alec Gamboa after he triggered the assignment/opt-out clause in his contract.

Red Sox prospect update: Franklin Arias, Anthony Eyanson off to hot starts

Boston Red Sox fans are hard-pressed to find something to cheer about amid the club’s woeful 13-21 start to the 2026 season. While it won’t help the team turn things around any time soon, Boston’s...

Red Sox team chemistry issues abound as Astros series exposes everything

The Boston Red Sox's struggles just keep getting worse as multiple clubhouse tiffs emerge in recent days.

Inside Chad Tracy’s first week as Red Sox interim manager
Red Sox Minor Lines: Justin Slaten makes rehab appearance

Worcester: L, 3-6 (BOX SCORE) Jack Anderson got taken for a ride in that middle relief spot as the Red Wings (Nationals AAA) put this one out of reach for the WooSox. While Worcester didn’t have...

Red Sox News & Links: Ranger Suàrez hopeful after hamstring injury

No need to panic over Ranger Suarez’s hamstring injury just yet. The injury is said to be minor and Suarez himself sounds optimistic: “[H]opefully I don’t miss anything and I can [make] my next...

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Checking on former top prospect Kristian Campbell as Red Sox offense continues to struggle

The Boston Red Sox could use some immediate help on the offensive side. Kristian Campbell is putting in the work in Worcester.

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