24 stories tracked · from 5 outlets · last coverage 2026-11-14 · ranked by independent sources, not by us
Yahoo Sports reports that the Boston Red Sox have been linked to a possible trade this month for a young player it describes as an emerging star. According to the outlet, the team needs an upgrade at shortstop, and an MLB insider believes the Red Sox will pursue a move. The excerpt doesn't name the player or the insider.
Free agent first baseman/outfielder Jake Bauers, who helped the Milwaukee Brewers win their first World Series title, has agreed to a four-year, $58 million contract with the Boston Red Sox. The left-handed hitter, who had 26 regular-season home runs and an .874 OPS last season, will play next season at age 31.
First baseman Jake Bauers has agreed to a four-year, $58 million contract with the Boston Red Sox, according to reports citing sources. The deal follows a breakout season in which Bauers hit 26 home runs, more than doubling his previous career high, and, according to CBS Sports, helped lead the Milwaukee Brewers to the World Series.
Yahoo Sports, in a rumors piece originally published by ClutchPoints, reports that the Boston Red Sox could be ready to trade outfielder Jarren Duran and reportedly already have a potential replacement in mind. Citing USA Today's Bob Nightengale, it says rival teams would be surprised if Boston doesn't trade Duran this offseason after he posted career-worst numbers in 2026. The excerpt does not name the potential replacement.
Yahoo Sports reports, in a Red Sox news and links roundup, that Red Sox executive Craig Breslow is actively shopping outfielder Jarren Duran at the GM Meetings. Citing an executive from a National League team, the piece says Duran is "very available," with the Red Sox looking to move him rather than just listening to offers. The writer also argues that the trade effort comes "two years too late."
A four-year veteran of the Boston Red Sox, not named in the reports, is targeting a return to play following a strong stretch of performance, according to Yahoo Sports and Forbes. Both outlets say the team has received an update from the player, who they describe as appearing to have transformed his game.
Milwaukee Brewers starter Jacob Misiorowski won the 2026 National League Cy Young Award unanimously, according to Wednesday's announcement show. The Yankees' Cam Schlittler was also a unanimous winner of the award, meaning both 2026 Cy Young winners were chosen unanimously.
At the GM Meetings, Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow gave updates on Triston Casas's return through the Dominican Winter League, Garrett Whitlock's stress fracture, and the health of prospect Marcus Phillips. Breslow also discussed the team's approach to trades, according to Yahoo Sports.
Boston Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow has hinted at "sweeping" changes inside the organization after a 2026 season in which players including outfielder Roman Anthony and pitcher Garrett Crochet spent significant time on the injured list. Yahoo Sports reports that there was little to no communication between the organization and the public about those injuries.
Yahoo Sports reports that Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Sonny Gray finished in the top five of Cy Young Award voting. The outlet describes the recognition as reflecting a career year for Gray.
The New York Yankees are being linked to Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager as a possible trade target, though Yahoo Sports notes there is no guarantee the Rangers will trade him and raises whether he could move to third base, a position where New York could use help. A separate Yahoo Sports report says the Yankees are seeking roster upgrades after finishing the regular season 93-68 and being swept by the Tampa Bay Rays in the ALDS.
The Red Sox have two Rule 5 Draft-eligible players, a former first-round draft pick and a 6-foot-7 pitching prospect, who are candidates to be added to the team's 40-man roster, according to Yahoo Sports. Whether either player will be added has not been decided.
Yahoo Sports published a year-in-review look at Red Sox pitcher Brayan Bello's 2026 season, which it describes as up-and-down and as a reminder of what Bello can be at his best.
Chris Martin, a 40-year-old relief pitcher who won a World Series with the Braves and also pitched for the Red Sox, has retired after 11 seasons in Major League Baseball. Martin made 16 appearances for the Texas Rangers in 2026 before his retirement.
Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Darwinzon Hernandez is seeking a return to Major League Baseball after spending multiple seasons playing overseas, according to Newsweek.
At the GM Meetings, the Red Sox expressed optimism about Adley Rutschman's offensive outlook, Yahoo Sports reports. The notebook also covers Taylor Smith crediting his Red Sox experience for his new position, a lifelong staffer leaving to join the Royals, and a potential move to Atlanta for Sonny Gray.
Boston Red Sox executive Craig Breslow issued a statement on veteran pitcher Sonny Gray after Gray decided to seek a new contract and leave the team.
Boston Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow gave an update on outfielder Roman Anthony's right hand and wrist injury at Monday's MLB general managers' meetings in Las Vegas, where he outlined a recovery plan for Anthony, who is under a $130 million contract. Breslow said the injury is taking longer to heal than expected, according to Yahoo Sports.
ESPN's Jeff Passan has outlined proposed offseason moves for 17 MLB teams, including which clubs most need an ace and which contenders could make a blockbuster trade. Separately, Yahoo Sports reports predictions that the San Francisco Giants will land an All-Star after missing the 2026 playoffs and that the New York Mets, who missed the playoffs for a second straight year despite high spending, will acquire a Yankees All-Star.
Free-agent pitcher Tarik Skubal is set to meet with six teams, including the New York Mets, Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres, as MLB's GM meetings open in Las Vegas with a December lockout looming, according to a person familiar with the negotiations who spoke to The Associated Press. Other offseason reports include the Padres signing former Astros right-hander Ryan Weiss to a one-year major league deal with a 2028 option, the Yankees showing interest in Alec Bohm, and the Blue Jays being named among Skubal's suitors.
