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March 15, 2026

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As the Red Sox inch closer to Opening Day, the competition for roster spots heats up, with Andruw Monasterio's grip on a position increasingly challenged by surprising contenders. Meanwhile, Brayan Bello returns from the World Baseball Classic, reflecting on the fun and talent surrounding Team Dominican Republic, where he showcased his skills among superstars. On a different note, Wilyer Abreu made headlines with a pivotal three-run homer, propelling Venezuela past Japan, highlighting the electric atmosphere of international play. Back in Boston, Connelly Early's impressive debut last September, boasting a 2.33 ERA, raises eyebrows as contract extension talks remain absent, leaving fans wondering about the future of this promising pitcher. With all these developments, the excitement is tangible as the Red Sox prepare for another season.

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Unexpected player predicted to steal Red Sox Opening Day roster spot from Andruw Monasterio

Unexpected player predicted to steal Red Sox Opening Day roster spot from Andruw Monasterio

As spring training rolls on, the Boston Red Sox's opening day roster becomes clearer. The starting nine has been pretty much etched in stone since players arriv

Bello returns from Classic, hopes to pitch for D.R. again: 'So many superstars'

Bello returns from Classic, hopes to pitch for D.R. again: 'So many superstars'

FORT MYERS, Fla. -- At the core of the game of baseball, having fun is what the sport is all about. Nobody in this year’s World Baseball Classic may be having as much fun as Team Dominican Republic. Although there were several Red Sox players showing their stuff for various

Abreu crushes go-ahead 3-run HR to send Venezuela to Classic semifinals

Abreu crushes go-ahead 3-run HR to send Venezuela to Classic semifinals

MIAMI -- The champs are out at the World Baseball Classic. This was Venezuela's night. Venezuela took down Japan, the 2023 WBC champions, with an 8-5 come-from-behind win in the quarterfinals at loanDepot park on Saturday night. Wilyer Abreu crushed a go-ahead three-run homer in the sixth inning off Hiromi

Red Sox Haven’t Discussed Extension With Connelly Early

Red Sox Haven’t Discussed Extension With Connelly Early

Connelly Early burst into the Red Sox rotation with a 2.33 ERA over his first 19 1/3 innings in the majors last September, enhancing his status as a key part of Boston’s pitching future. Cementing that future potential in the form of a contract extension, however, doesn’t yet appear to be in the team’s plans, […]

Bryce Elder bounces back and Matt Olson homers in spring training blowout win for Braves

Bryce Elder bounces back and Matt Olson homers in spring training blowout win for Braves

Today was a lot better for Bryce Elder as far as results during spring training are concerned. Elder had a successful ramp-up during against the Red Sox and bounced back from a rough outing during his last appearance as the Braves continued to get ready for regular season action. For all the grief that we […]