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February 24, 2026

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The Boston Red Sox are juggling a mix of strategies as they aim for success this season, with Ranger Suárez set to make his highly anticipated debut today against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The team is also placing significant trust in Wilyer Abreu, who is being expanded beyond his previous platoon role,a bold move considering he's entering his third full season. Meanwhile, Andruw Monasterio is making a case for a spot on the Opening Day roster, further adding to the infield intrigue as the Red Sox look to solidify their lineup. Despite yesterday's narrow 1-2 loss to the Rays, the Red Sox maintain a promising run differential of +5 over the last week. The AL East is shaping up to be a fierce battleground, but with the right adjustments, the Red Sox could very well hold their ground at the top.

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Red Sox's refusal to trade Wilyer Abreu much more clear after latest update

Red Sox's refusal to trade Wilyer Abreu much more clear after latest update

The Boston Red Sox approached Wilyer Abreu about an extension before the 2024 season but haven't returned to negotiations since.

Surprising Red Sox trade addition is already a frontrunner for the Opening Day roster

Surprising Red Sox trade addition is already a frontrunner for the Opening Day roster

Andruw Monasterio is showing why he could be a key piece of the Boston Red Sox's infield.

Debuting Friday, Mayer can help bring clarity to infield intrigue

Debuting Friday, Mayer can help bring clarity to infield intrigue

FORT MYERS, Fla. -- The precise alignment of the way Red Sox manager Alex Cora will organize his infield is not quite finalized, but that day is getting closer.

Predict the AL East standings

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Predict the AL East standings

Man, the AL East could be wild this year. Outside of the Rays, it isn’t hard to see any team winning it. And let’s face it: it’s never a good idea to overlook the Rays. So how do you see the strongest division in baseball shaking out? I change my mind on this nearly every […]

Why the Red Sox Are Expanding Wilyer Abreu’s Role

Why the Red Sox Are Expanding Wilyer Abreu’s Role

It’s rare for a player to stop platooning more than two years into his career. More often, platoon roles harden into labels — shorthand for a structural weakness that teams plan around rather than try to fix. The Boston Red Sox are betting that Wilyer Abreu is the exception. Abreu enters his third full season […] The post Why the Red Sox Are Expanding Wilyer Abreu’s Role appeared first on Just Baseball.

The Opener: Suarez, Extensions, MLBTR Chat

The Opener: Suarez, Extensions, MLBTR Chat

On the heels of a big move by the Braves this morning, here are three things for MLBTR readers to keep an eye on throughout the day today: 1. Suarez to make Red Sox debut: Boston’s top offseason addition is set to suit up for his new club for the first time today. Left-hander Ranger […]