Today on The Fenway Ledger: Reports detail growing friction within the The Fenway Ledger Sox front office over Craig Breslow's leadership and analytical direction. We're also tracking the latest on Garrett Crochet's injury, the ever-present trade deadline buzz, and the prospects providing a reason to watch.
Following The Boston Globe's recent mixed evaluation of Craig Breslow's tenure, new reports from the Globe and others paint a picture of a front office under significant internal strain. Senior advisor Theo Epstein is reportedly 'disappointed' with the team's 'intensely analytical direction.' Simultaneously, officials suggest Breslow would benefit from an 'interpreter'—with Chad Tracy seen as a candidate—to bridge a communication gap with players. Breslow defended his approach, stating he uses information to make 'disciplined decisions,' though he admitted the last-place standing is 'bothersome and consuming.'
Why it matters
The notion that a Chief Baseball Officer needs an 'interpreter' to connect with the clubhouse reveals a fundamental cultural disconnect that escalates the front-office scrutiny we've been tracking. Epstein's reported disappointment is a major red flag, suggesting Breslow's vision may not have full buy-in from key stakeholders.
Craig Breslow defended his approach, stating he uses information to make disciplined decisions, but acknowledged the team's last-place standing is 'deeply bothersome and consuming.' An unnamed official quoted by The Boston Globe suggested Chad Tracy could act as an 'interpreter' to help Breslow, who 'leans too heavily on analytics.' Over The Monster questions if Breslow's job is secure, speculating that ownership might be considering a change sooner than later.
An assessment of the Red Sox two months into the season highlights a team of stark contrasts. On the 'winners' side are first baseman Willson Contreras (.286/.384/.505 slash line, 11 HR), veteran starters Ranger Suárez (3.38 ERA) and Sonny Gray (3.06 ERA), and rookie arms Connelly Early (2.95 ERA) and Payton Tolle (2.61 ERA). Ceddanne Rafaela is also noted for improving his walk rate. The 'losers' list is led by CBO Craig Breslow, criticized for failing to address the outfield logjam and lack of power. The offense as a whole ranks 29th in MLB with just 44 homers. Garrett Crochet and Roman Anthony are also on the list due to their significant injury setbacks.
Why it matters
This two-month check-in provides a balanced scorecard that validates many of the season's prevailing narratives. The success of the veteran pitching acquisitions and the immediate impact of Tolle and Early confirm that the 'run prevention' philosophy has yielded tangible results on the mound. However, the designation of Breslow as a 'loser' for his roster construction and the abysmal team power numbers underscore that the pitching success has come at the expense of a functional offense. This report crystallizes the core tension of the 2026 Red Sox: a front office that can identify and develop arms but has failed to build a balanced team capable of competing.
Sports Illustrated identifies Willson Contreras as a clear 'winner,' praising his offensive production and solid defense. The same report credits the young pitching duo of Connelly Early and Payton Tolle for being bright spots in the rotation. Craig Breslow is named a 'loser' for his handling of the roster, particularly the lack of power and unresolved outfield situation.
Hall of Famer David Ortiz, in an interview on Monday, stated that Red Sox principal owner John Henry is 'worried' about the team's current last-place standing. Ortiz, who remains close to ownership, pushed back on the narrative of an absentee or indifferent owner, suggesting Henry's calm public demeanor belies a deep concern and an active desire to return to the franchise's 'old days' of winning.
Why it matters
This is a rare, albeit second-hand, glimpse into the mindset of the ownership group, which has been a black box for fans amidst the team's decline. While 'worried' is hardly a detailed strategic plan, Ortiz's comment, carried by ESPN and other outlets, serves as a direct counter to the widespread fan perception that Henry is disengaged and focused on his other sports properties. It suggests pressure is being felt at the very top of the organization, which could precede more significant changes if the team's performance does not improve. For a front office already under scrutiny, the owner's reported dissatisfaction adds another layer of urgency.
David Ortiz, in an interview with Leader-Telegram, said, 'He is worried. He's a human being. He's not happy with what is going on.' He added that Henry's calm nature is often mistaken for not caring. ESPN and Heavy.com also carried the quotes, framing them as a rare look into the owner's mindset.
A new analysis from izpanno.com critically examines the Red Sox's commitment to a 'run prevention' strategy, arguing it has created a fragile team with a league-low 13 home runs at home and an unsustainable offensive identity. The piece highlights the team's 0-13 record when starting pitchers fail to complete six innings, demonstrating an over-reliance on a pitching staff that is itself inconsistent. The front office's offseason decision to prioritize pitching and defense over acquiring a significant power bat is framed as a fundamental miscalculation that has left the team with no margin for error on a nightly basis.
Why it matters
This piece articulates the central strategic critique of the Breslow era: that 'run prevention' as a philosophy is incomplete without a competent offense. It connects the front office's offseason decisions directly to the team's current woes, specifically the inability to hit for power and the subsequent pressure placed on the pitching staff. The 0-13 stat is a damning indictment, providing a quantitative measure of the strategy's failure. This goes beyond diagnosing a slump; it questions the very blueprint the team is built on, arguing that the pursuit of run prevention has paradoxically made the team more likely to lose.
The analysis argues that the focus on run prevention has resulted in 'a fragile offensive identity' and 'tightened the margin of error dramatically.' It points to the team's league-low home run total and perfect losing record when starters don't go six innings as direct consequences of this strategic imbalance.
Despite a miserable start, the Red Sox offense showed signs of life over the final two weeks of May, posting strong numbers in batting average, OBP, and wRC+. Since May 19, the team holds the third-best OPS in baseball (.813), with Jarren Duran leading a resurgence. However, as The Sporting News points out, a glaring Achilles' heel remains: an inability to hit with runners in scoring position. The team continues to rank near the bottom of the league in runs scored and OPS with RISP, a key reason their 13-14 record in May didn't reflect the improved top-line offensive stats.
Why it matters
This analysis gets to the heart of the offensive diagnosis, moving beyond simple wRC+ to the sequences that win or lose games. The disconnect between overall offensive improvement and the failure to convert in clutch situations is a classic sign of a team lacking a true middle-of-the-order threat. It validates the critique of the front office's 'run prevention' strategy, as the light-hitting roster is forced to string together multiple hits to score, a task they are failing. This isn't just bad luck; it's a structural flaw in roster construction, leaving the team unable to capitalize on the very rallies they are now starting to create.
The Sporting News highlights the team's struggles with runners in scoring position as their 'Achilles Heel,' noting it's preventing wins despite better overall hitting. WEEI's Rob Bradford argues 'It's Starting to Feel Like the Red Sox Can Actually Hit,' pointing to the team's .813 OPS since May 19th. Yahoo Sports notes that while the offense has improved to average 5.55 runs per game recently, the team's record hasn't fully reflected the change.
Amidst the team's offensive struggles, Caleb Durbin is joining Jarren Duran as a recent bright spot. While Duran continues the hot streak we've been following (1.069 OPS and five homers in his last 13 games), Durbin has gone 6-for-17 (.353) with four extra-base hits and six RBI in his last four starts. In an interview Monday, Durbin attributed his resurgence to specific cage work focused on attacking two-seam fastballs and staying inside the ball.
Why it matters
These individual turnarounds are critical for two reasons. First, they provide a much-needed offensive spark for a team desperate for production. Second, and more importantly for the long-term diagnosis, Durbin's specific explanation of his adjustments offers a rare, tangible example of the new hitting staff's work bearing fruit. It moves the conversation beyond vibes and generalities to concrete mechanical changes leading to results. While Duran's hot streak raises his trade value, the improvements from both players offer a sliver of evidence that the hitting development program might be capable of fixing the very problems it's being criticized for.
Caleb Durbin told Yahoo Sports he has focused on 'staying within myself, staying inside the ball' and doing specific cage work to improve his performance. Asatunews highlighted Jarren Duran's .333/.385/.684 slash line over his last 13 games, noting it complicates the team's trade deadline decisions. Heavy.com aggregated the injury updates and offensive surges, connecting Duran's hot streak to Roman Anthony's prolonged absence.
The latest ZiPS projection update from FanGraphs reinforces the narrative of the Red Sox's power outage. While the model now projects both Willson Contreras and Jarren Duran to eclipse the 20-homer mark for the season, it forecasts that no player on the current roster will reach 25 home runs. The projections are particularly grim for veterans Trevor Story and Wilyer Abreu, who are lagging in power production, and place immense pressure on the injured Roman Anthony, who is seen as the organization's best hope for a future superstar slugger.
Why it matters
This data-driven forecast quantifies the team's primary offensive deficiency. The lack of a single projected 25-homer player is a stark indictment of the front office's failure to acquire or develop impact bats. It contextualizes the team's struggle to score and their low rank in team home runs. This isn't just a slump; it's a projected, season-long characteristic of the roster. It highlights the fundamental imbalance of a team built for 'run prevention' in a league where power still plays, and underscores the massive expectations being placed on a 21-year-old in Roman Anthony to solve a problem the major league club could not.
NESN's breakdown of the ZiPS projections notes that Contreras and Duran are the team's best hopes for power this season. Another outlet framed the projections as highlighting the organization's immense reliance on Roman Anthony to develop into the power hitter the current roster lacks.
The left lat tightness for Garrett Crochet that we reported on yesterday is now official. The ace's throwing program is paused indefinitely pending an MRI this week. While Crochet downplayed the severity as a 'minor setback,' revised estimates suggest his anticipated return has moved from early June to mid-July at the earliest.
Why it matters
This is a significant blow, extinguishing the optimism around his imminent return and resetting his recovery clock. The shift from shoulder fatigue to a lat strain is a material new development that complicates his rehab and raises long-term concerns about workload and mechanics. For a team whose entire 'run prevention' strategy hinges on elite starting pitching, losing their ace for potentially another six weeks is devastating. It also intensifies pressure on the trade deadline, making it harder for Breslow to justify a 'buyer' stance and increasing the likelihood of selling off assets like Sonny Gray or Jarren Duran.
Garrett Crochet told reporters he feels it's a 'minor setback' and expressed frustration, but also determination to get back to his All-Star form. Over The Monster and other outlets confirmed the MRI and pause in his throwing program. Harianbasis provided a revised timeline, suggesting a mid-July return is now the most optimistic scenario, a significant push from the original early June target.
Following the Monday off-day and the 9-4 series-clinching win in Cleveland we covered yesterday, the focus remains on the late-game offensive life the team showed. Sunday's six-run seventh inning was sparked by Masataka Yoshida's go-ahead two-run single and a two-run triple by Caleb Durbin. Ranger Suárez battled through five innings, tying a season-high with 10 strikeouts, while the bullpen threw four scoreless frames to lock down the win.
Why it matters
Although the team had an off day, the context of Sunday's win is important. It secured the Red Sox's first series victory since mid-May and was another example of the offense showing late-game life, a trend over the past two weeks. Suárez's ability to strike out 10 batters despite giving up four runs speaks to the quality of his stuff, even on a day where his command wasn't perfect. The bullpen's ability to shut the door for four innings was a crucial and positive sign for a unit that has been inconsistent. This win provides a small dose of momentum heading into the divisional matchup with the Orioles.
The Associated Press and CBS Sports highlighted Masataka Yoshida's go-ahead single in the seventh inning as the pivotal moment. Tempus Antiques framed the story as a 'redemption' for Yoshida after an earlier error.
The Red Sox farm system received a positive update from national evaluators this week. As Franklin Arias continues the rapid ascent we've been tracking—now appearing at #10 on MLB.com's Top 100 Prospects list—ESPN's Kiley McDaniel identified three more risers: outfielders Enddy Azocar and Justin Gonzales, along with infielder Henry Godbout, all noted for 'increased raw power and in-game loft.'
Why it matters
In a season with few major league bright spots, the continued positive development on the farm is the most tangible reason for optimism. McDaniel's specific notes on swing changes leading to more power for Azocar, Gonzales, and Godbout provide the exact player-development texture that shows the organization's teaching is having an impact. Arias's climb into the top 10 of a national list confirms he is graduating from a good organizational prospect to an elite one in the eyes of the broader industry. This steady drumbeat of development success is crucial currency for a front office facing intense criticism for its major league product.
ESPN's Kiley McDaniel noted specific swing changes for Enddy Azocar, Justin Gonzales, and Henry Godbout that have led to power gains. MLB.com placed Franklin Arias as the #10 overall prospect in baseball. NBC Sports Boston suggests Arias's strong play in Portland could warrant a promotion to Worcester in the near future.
In Sunday's minor league action, right-hander Kyson Witherspoon delivered his best professional start, pitching five scoreless innings for the High-A Greenville Drive while showing improved control. His outing anchored a victory that also featured home runs from Justin Gonzales, Jack Winnay (who hit two), and Isaiah Jackson. Elsewhere, the Portland Sea Dogs won 3-1, capitalizing on an error, with Gage Ziehl pitching well. The Worcester Red Sox were shut out 1-0 despite a strong start from Alec Gamboa.
Why it matters
Witherspoon's performance is a significant data point for the pitching development program. As a raw, high-upside arm, his ability to command his arsenal and limit walks in a five-inning start is a clear sign of progress. This kind of outing, especially from a pitcher in the lower levels of the system, is a positive indicator for the organization's ability to refine talent. The power surge in Greenville from other prospects also adds to the positive narrative from the farm, providing a necessary counterweight to the struggles at the major league level.
SoxProspects.com's 'Cup of Coffee' provided the detailed breakdown of the Greenville game, highlighting Witherspoon's five shutout frames and the multi-homer game from Jack Winnay. Over The Monster and TalkSox also recapped the day's action, noting Worcester's loss and Portland's error-aided victory.
The June 1 opt-out deadline for veteran reliever Tommy Kahnle has passed without the Red Sox adding him to the 40-man roster. As a result, Kahnle—who we noted posted a 1.40 ERA and a 14-inning scoreless streak for Triple-A Worcester—is now a free agent, departing despite the big league club's clear need for bullpen help.
Why it matters
This is a perplexing non-move by the front office that runs counter to the team's needs. Letting a veteran arm with a 1.40 ERA and a revamped arsenal walk for nothing, while the major league bullpen struggles with inconsistency, is difficult to justify. It raises questions about the front office's evaluation process—perhaps his 13.3% walk rate was too much of a red flag—or their willingness to add a veteran to the 40-man roster. Either way, they allowed a potentially useful, low-cost bullpen piece to leave the organization, a decision that could be scrutinized if the bullpen continues to falter.
MassLive reported on Saturday that interim manager Chad Tracy was 'well aware' of Kahnle's performance. Yanks Go Yard and Forbes had speculated that the Yankees, Kahnle's former team, could be a potential landing spot if he became a free agent. The deadline passed with no official comment from the Red Sox.
Amidst mounting injuries, particularly Garrett Crochet's setback, CBO Craig Breslow told the Globe he's 'kept up at night' by the team's struggles and confirmed they are 'looking for offensive reinforcements.' This buyer-ish stance comes despite the persistent trade buzz we've tracked around Jarren Duran and Sonny Gray. Mock trades continue to propose shipping Duran to Arizona, with the prevailing sentiment that Crochet's extended absence makes a 'seller' position more likely.
Why it matters
Breslow's public admission that the team is actively scouting offensive help is a significant shift in posture, moving from hopeful optimism to acknowledging a critical need. However, this buyer-ish talk clashes with the on-field reality and Crochet's injury, which logically pushes the team toward selling. This strategic tension—the need for bats versus the potential to liquidate pitching assets—defines the dilemma for the front office. Whether they pursue a hitter like Marte or sell a pitcher like Gray will be the clearest signal yet of whether the front office believes this core is worth investing in for 2026 or if the focus has already shifted to 2027 and beyond.
Craig Breslow, speaking to The Boston Globe, stated the team is actively looking for offensive upgrades. Heavy.com floated a specific mock trade sending Jarren Duran to Arizona for a package centered on prospect Jordan Lawlar. All County Gazette suggests Crochet's setback will push the team to trade veterans like Sonny Gray and Aroldis Chapman. SI.com notes that while the Ketel Marte trade buzz persists, his full no-trade clause makes any deal 'wishful thinking.'
Following their scheduled off-day, the Red Sox (25-33) open their three-game series against the Baltimore Orioles (28-32) at Fenway Park tonight. Rising lefty Connelly Early—coming off the seven shutout innings against the Braves we highlighted recently—gets the ball for Boston against the Orioles' Shane Baz (4.48 ERA). The matchup appears favorable on paper as Baltimore struggles against lefties, but Boston must overcome its 8-18 home record. Willson Contreras and Ceddanne Rafaela are expected to return to the lineup.
Why it matters
This series is a test of whether the Red Sox can translate their recent road success (9-3 in May) to Fenway, where their offensive struggles have been most pronounced. Early's continued development is a key storyline, and a strong performance against a divisional rival would further solidify his place as a rotation mainstay. With Garrett Crochet's setback, the pressure on the other starters to go deep and protect a taxed bullpen increases. For the Orioles, this is a chance to gain ground on the road against a last-place team, making this a crucial series for both clubs' morale and standing within the AL East.
FanGraphs' daily pitching chart ranks Connelly Early highly for tonight's start, noting his 'electric performance' and 1.79 ERA over his last six outings. ESPN's preview highlights the full injury lists for both teams, confirming Crochet's status alongside other banged-up players. OddsIndex points out that the matchup favors Boston due to Baltimore's struggles against lefties but cautions that Boston's poor home record remains a significant factor.
Following the current series against the Orioles, the Red Sox will travel to New York for a three-game weekend series against the Yankees, from June 5-7. Despite the Red Sox's struggles and their last-place standing, the rivalry series at Yankee Stadium is always a notable event on the schedule. The Yankees are currently battling the Rays for the top spot in the AL East.
Why it matters
This upcoming series against a red-hot Yankees team in their own ballpark looms as a potentially brutal measuring stick for the Red Sox. While the historical rivalry always adds intrigue, the current performance gap between the two clubs is vast. For Boston, the goal will be to play competitively and avoid being swept, which could further damage team morale. For the Yankees, it's a chance to beat up on a divisional cellar-dweller and keep pace with Tampa Bay. It's a classic rivalry matchup where the stakes are now drastically different for each side.
Yahoo Sports previews the series, noting ticket availability and a T-shirt giveaway, framing it through the lens of the historical rivalry.
In its June 1st MLB Power Rankings, Just Baseball dropped the Red Sox to 25th in the league, highlighting the underperformance of key veteran players. While the report credited the contributions of offseason additions like Willson Contreras, Ranger Suárez, and Sonny Gray, it specifically called out the disappointing seasons from holdovers Jarren Duran and Trevor Story as a major factor in the team's struggles.
Why it matters
This ranking directly ties the team's poor record to the failures of its veteran core, shifting the focus from just front-office strategy to on-field execution. For players like Story and Duran, who were expected to be leaders on a young team, this kind of public criticism underscores their inability to provide stable, consistent production. It raises difficult questions about their long-term fit with the franchise and whether they are part of the solution or part of the problem as the team looks to build its next competitive window.
Just Baseball's analysis explicitly states that while new acquisitions are performing, 'holdovers like Jarren Duran and Trevor Story are underperforming.' The ranking places the team 25th out of 30, reflecting a national consensus on their poor performance.
As June begins, the AL East remains exactly as we've seen it: the Rays and Yankees (36-23, 1.5 games back) battling for the top spot while the Red Sox (25-33) sit distantly at the bottom. However, a new Yahoo Sports analysis notes that the American League as a whole is defined by parity, with nine teams tightly packed in the wild card hunt, creating a muddled playoff picture.
Why it matters
The 'jumbled playoff picture' is both a source of hope and a reflection of mediocrity. For the Red Sox, it means that despite their last-place standing and sub-.500 record, they remain technically within shouting distance of a wild card spot. However, the gap to the top of the division is immense and growing. The relentless pace set by the Yankees and Rays provides a stark, daily reminder of the talent deficit Boston faces. The performance of division rivals like the Blue Jays and Orioles, who are also dealing with their own inconsistencies, will be just as important to watch as the Red Sox's own play in determining their faint playoff hopes.
Yahoo Sports notes the significant parity across the AL, with many teams clustered around the .500 mark. NJ.com reports that Yankees leaders Aaron Judge and Aaron Boone are highly confident in their team's position. The Globe and Mail highlights that the banged-up Blue Jays are surprisingly still in the playoff hunt despite their record.
The latest weekly MLB power rankings released on Monday reflect the Red Sox's continued struggles, placing them firmly in the bottom third of the league. ClutchPoints ranked the team 22nd, citing the last-place divisional standing and Garrett Crochet's injury setback. Just Baseball was even less charitable, ranking them 25th, noting that while offseason additions like Willson Contreras and the veteran pitchers are performing well, the underperformance of holdovers like Jarren Duran and Trevor Story is dragging the team down.
Why it matters
While power rankings are subjective, their consensus placement of the Red Sox near the bottom of the league provides an objective measure of the team's current national perception. It's a quantitative gut check that aligns with the grim statistical reality and reinforces the gap between Boston and the top-tier teams in the AL East. The Just Baseball ranking's specific call-out of underperforming veterans adds another layer, shifting some of the blame from just the front office strategy to the players failing to meet expectations.
ClutchPoints has the Red Sox at 22nd, pointing to their 25-33 record and the recent Crochet injury news. Just Baseball ranks them 25th, contrasting the success of new additions with the struggles of established players like Trevor Story.
A MassLive analysis on Monday examined the effectiveness of Craig Breslow's offseason pivot to a 'run-prevention' model, centered on the acquisitions of veteran starters Sonny Gray and Ranger Suarez. The verdict on the pitching side is largely positive. Both veterans have performed well (Gray 3.06 ERA, Suarez 3.38 ERA), and their stability has complemented the impressive emergence of rookie lefties Connelly Early and Payton Tolle. The starting rotation's ERA has seen a marked improvement in recent weeks, suggesting the strategy is bearing fruit, at least on the mound.
Why it matters
This analysis isolates one component of Breslow's grand strategy and finds it successful, which is an important distinction. It suggests the front office's process for identifying, acquiring, and developing starting pitching is sound. The success of Gray and Suarez, alongside the rise of Early and Tolle, provides a proof of concept for the player development and analytical infrastructure Breslow is building. The problem, as other reports highlight, is that this pitching-centric approach was not paired with a corresponding investment in offense, leading to the team's overall failure. The pitching plan is working; the overall team-building plan is not.
MassLive concludes that the acquisitions of Sonny Gray and Ranger Suarez, the cornerstones of the 'run-prevention' model, have been successful. The article also notes the strong contributions of rookies Connelly Early and Payton Tolle as further evidence of the pitching staff's improvement.
The father of former Red Sox pitching prospect Hunter Dobbins, who was traded to the Cardinals, took to social media to criticize Boston's development approach. Lance Dobbins claimed the Red Sox discouraged his son from using his high-velocity sinker, a pitch the Cardinals have since embraced. Data shared in the post shows a significant increase in Dobbins' sinker usage since joining the St. Louis organization, implying the Red Sox player development staff may have tried to change a pitcher's natural strengths rather than refining them.
Why it matters
This is a granular but telling example of the ongoing debate in baseball about pitch design and player development. While it's only one anecdote, it feeds into a larger narrative about whether the Red Sox's analytically-driven pitching program is overly rigid. The idea that the organization would discourage a pitcher from throwing a 98-mph sinker raises questions about whether the 'Driveline' ethos is being applied as a one-size-fits-all solution, potentially stifling the very things that make a pitcher unique. It's a micro-level critique that speaks to the macro-level questions about Breslow's overarching philosophy.
Lance Dobbins, via Twitter, accused the Red Sox of hindering his son's development by telling him to stop throwing his sinker. Yardbarker, which reported on the social media post, included data showing a marked shift in Hunter Dobbins' pitch usage after the trade, supporting the father's claim.
Front Office Under Fire Multiple reports from established outlets are painting a picture of significant internal friction around Craig Breslow's communication style and his analytics-heavy approach, with Theo Epstein and David Ortiz offering external and internal critiques of the team's direction.
Offense Shows Signs of Life, but RISP Woes Remain While the offense has shown a clear statistical uptick over the past two weeks, fueled by surges from Jarren Duran and Caleb Durbin, a persistent inability to hit with runners in scoring position is capping the team's ability to turn improved performance into wins.
The Run Prevention Philosophy's Trade-Offs Breslow's offseason 'run prevention' strategy is being tested. While veteran acquisitions have been solid and young arms are promising, the corresponding lack of investment in power hitting is creating an offense with no margin for error, a core issue dissected in today's analysis.
Injury Setbacks Complicate Deadline Picture Garrett Crochet's lat strain setback solidifies a mid-July return at best, while Roman Anthony's recovery remains stalled. These injuries to cornerstone players are forcing the front office's hand, making a 'seller' posture at the trade deadline look increasingly likely.
Farm System as the Silver Lining Amidst the major league struggles, the farm system continues to be a source of positive news. Reports from ESPN, SoxProspects, and NBC Sports Boston highlight the development of key prospects like Franklin Arias and Kyson Witherspoon, offering a tangible vision of the next core.
What to Expect
Tonight—Red Sox vs. Orioles at Fenway Park, 6:45 PM ET. Connelly Early (2.95 ERA) vs. Shane Baz (4.48 ERA).
June 5-7—Red Sox travel to the Bronx for a three-game series against the New York Yankees.
June 16—Red Sox Pride Night vs. the Toronto Blue Jays at Fenway Park.
August 3—MLB Trade Deadline.
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