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Aroldis Chapman Aroldis Chapman Records 32nd save Friday
Fri, Sep 4, 2026, 10:24 PM
Chapman earned the save in Friday's 1-0 win over Baltimore, striking out one batter in a scoreless ninth inning.
Analysis: Friday's AL East clash was a low-scoring affair, and Chapman was brought out for a second consecutive night to secure the win for Boston. The veteran southpaw needed 11 pitches (six strikes) to get through the frame, striking out Gunnar Henderson in the process for his 32nd save of the season, matching his total from the 2025 regular season. Chapman has a 1.89 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 27:8 K:BB over 19 innings since the All-Star break, securing 13 saves in the process. |
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Ranger Suarez Ranger Suarez Blanks Baltimore over seven frames
Fri, Sep 4, 2026, 10:20 PM
Suarez (6-4) earned the win against the Orioles on Friday, allowing five hits and one walk while striking out three across seven scoreless innings.
Analysis: Friday was a nice bounce-back performance from Suarez after his last outing against the Yankees on Sunday, when he allowed six runs over 5.1 innings in a loss. The veteran southpaw induced only three whiffs, but he also recorded 10 groundouts while allowing one baserunner in five of the seven frames he pitched, needing only 91 pitches (61 strikes) in that span. It was Suarez's first scoreless start while tossing six or more innings since June 19 against the Mariners. His next start is lined up for next week at home against the Angels. |
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Mickey Gasper Mickey Gasper Supplies lone run Friday
Fri, Sep 4, 2026, 10:14 PM
Gasper went 2-for-4 with a solo home run during the Red Sox's 1-0 win over the Orioles on Friday.
Analysis: Gasper's solo homer off Shane Baz in the first inning proved to be the only run scored in Friday's affair. Gasper has made the most of his opportunity in the big leagues since being promoted from Triple-A in mid-August, especially now with Willson Contreras (hamstring) on the 10-day injured list. Since being recalled from Triple-A, Gasper has gone 17-for-45 (.378) with eight home runs, 15 RBI and 11 runs scored. If he continues his strong play at the plate, the Red Sox may have to make some tough roster decisions when one of Contreras, Curtis Mead (wrist) or Masataka Yoshida (hamstring) returns from the IL. |
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Ceddanne Rafaela Ceddanne Rafaela Sitting again Friday
Fri, Sep 4, 2026, 2:40 PM
Rafaela (quadriceps) is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Orioles, Chris Henrique of BostonSportsJournal.com reports.
Analysis: It's the second consecutive absence for Rafaela after he exited Wednesday's game against the Mariners due to quad tightness. There's been no suggestion yet the 25-year-old will need an IL stint, however. Eli White is picking up a second straight start in center field for Boston. |
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Tanner Houck Tanner Houck Throwing sim game Friday
Fri, Sep 4, 2026, 8:47 AM
Houck (elbow) will throw a simulated game Friday, MLB.com reports.
Analysis: This will be the second sim game for Houck, who threw one earlier this week at Boston's training complex in Fort Myers. Pending the outcome of Friday's session, Houck could begin a rehab assignment next week, and a return to the big-league bullpen late in the regular season is still on the table. |
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Roman Anthony Roman Anthony No letup since activation
Fri, Sep 4, 2026, 8:42 AM
Anthony went 1-for-4 with a walk and a solo home run in Thursday's 6-5 win over Baltimore.
Analysis: Anthony's solo shot in the ninth inning upped Boston's lead to 6-3 and turned out to be the game-winning run after the Orioles scored twice in the bottom of the frame. He's homered in two consecutive games and hit safely in all five contests since being activated from the IL. Anthony is 10-for-22 with two doubles, one triple, two home runs, two RBI and five runs scored during that scorching stretch. |
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Eli White Eli White Gets start in center field
Fri, Sep 4, 2026, 8:34 AM
White went 1-for-4 with a double and a run scored in Thursday's 6-5 win over the Orioles.
Analysis: White got the start in center field with Ceddanne Rafaela nursing a quadriceps injury sustained in Wednesday's contest. It was just the eighth start for White since being acquired from Atlanta at the trade deadline. Rafaela will be closely monitored over the coming days, but his quad issue doesn't seem to be serious. |
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Aroldis Chapman Aroldis Chapman Holds on for 31st save
Thu, Sep 3, 2026, 9:26 PM
Chapman secured the save Thursday against Baltimore, allowing two runs on two hits and no walks in the ninth inning. He struck out two.
Analysis: The Orioles made things very interesting after Christian Encarnacion-Strand launched a two-run home run, but Chapman hung on for the save in a shaky outing. It was the first time the All-Star closer conceded multiple earned runs since being unable to record an out June 22 in Colorado. He has a 2.12 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, 62:20 K:BB and 31 saves in 33 chances over 46.2 innings. |
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Adley Rutschman Adley Rutschman Makes splash in return to Baltimore
Thu, Sep 3, 2026, 9:20 PM
Rutschman went 2-for-4 with a pair of solo home runs and an additional run scored in Thursday's 6-5 win over Baltimore.
Analysis: Returning to Camden Yards for the first time since being traded to Boston, Rutschman recorded his first multi-homer game as a member of the Red Sox and second of 2026. The switch-hitting backstop also returned to the starting lineup after missing each of Boston's last three contests due to a nagging elbow injury, looking no worse for wear in the process. Through 63 trips to the plate with his new team, Rutschman is still slashing just .193/.270/.368 with three long balls, one double, six RBI and eight runs scored. |
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Jake Bennett Jake Bennett Locks in for quality start
Thu, Sep 3, 2026, 9:09 PM
Bennett took a no-decision against the Orioles on Thursday, allowing three runs on five hits and no walks in six innings. He struck out seven.
Analysis: After serving up back-to-back solo home runs to begin the fourth inning, Bennett responded by retiring all nine of the final batters he faced Thursday. Despite getting a quick hook -- the 68 pitches were his second fewest of 2026 -- the southpaw went deep enough for his third consecutive quality start. He's set to take a strong 3.34 ERA, 1.02 WHIP and 81:18 K:BB over 99.2 innings into a favorable home matchup versus the Angels. |
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Ceddanne Rafaela Ceddanne Rafaela Remaining out Thursday
Thu, Sep 3, 2026, 3:01 PM
Rafaela (quad) isn't in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Orioles, Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports.
Analysis: Rafaela was pulled from Wednesday's game in the seventh inning due to quad tightness, and he'll need at least a day to recover before making his return to the starting nine. His absence will allow Eli White to start in center field and bat eighth Thursday. |
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Trevor Story Trevor Story Sitting Thursday
Thu, Sep 3, 2026, 2:58 PM
Story isn't in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Orioles, Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports.
Analysis: Story will get a chance to catch his breath Thursday after going 7-for-16 with four RBI and a run scored while starting all four of Boston's games since his return from the IL on Sunday. Isiah Kiner-Falefa will fill in at shortstop and bat ninth. |
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Adley Rutschman Adley Rutschman Back in action Thursday
Thu, Sep 3, 2026, 2:55 PM
Rutschman (elbow) will start at catcher and bat third Thursday against the Orioles, Christopher Smith of MassLive.com reports.
Analysis: After missing each of Boston's last three games due to a lingering elbow injury, Rutschman will return to the starting nine for the beginning of a four-game set against his former club. The 28-year-old has struggled mightily since joining the Red Sox at the trade deadline, slashing just .170/.254/.245 across his last 59 plate appearances. |
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Mickey Gasper Mickey Gasper Getting time at first base
Thu, Sep 3, 2026, 8:51 AM
Gasper went 2-for-5 with a double and a run scored in Wednesday's 8-3 loss to the Mariners.
Analysis: Gasper continued an unexpected power surge that began with his return to the majors Aug. 17 -- he's gone 15-for-38 (.395) with four doubles, seven homers and 14 RBI over 14 games. The versatile Gasper made a third consecutive start at first base in place of the injured Willson Contreras, and the Red Sox will find a spot for him somewhere if he continues to hit like this. |
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Roman Anthony Roman Anthony Three more hits, homer vs. M's
Wed, Sep 2, 2026, 10:33 PM
Anthony went 3-for-5 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 8-3 loss to the Mariners.
Analysis: Anthony cut Boston's deficit to 8-2 in the seventh inning with a 370-foot shot off Michael Rucker, his second homer this season and first since returning from an extended IL stint. Anthony has certainly hit the ground running following a nearly four-month absence -- he has at least two hits in each of his last four games, going 9-for-18 with four extra-base hits since rejoining the Red Sox. Overall, Anthony is slashing .268/.376/.402 with 16 runs scored, six RBI and two steals across 149 plate appearances this year. |
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Patrick Sandoval Patrick Sandoval Falls to Seattle
Wed, Sep 2, 2026, 10:19 PM
Sandoval (1-4) took the loss Wednesday against the Mariners, allowing four runs (three earned) on five hits and three walks over four innings. He struck out two.
Analysis: After holding Seattle scoreless through two innings, things fell apart for Sandoval in the third, where the Mariners put up four runs, three coming with two outs. Sandoval has now dropped four of his last five starts, despite holding opponents to two runs or fewer in three of those outings. Overall, his ERA sits at 4.41 with a 1.73 WHIP and 50:25 K:BB through 10 starts (49 innings). Sandoval currently lines up to face the Angels at home his next time out. |
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Ceddanne Rafaela Ceddanne Rafaela Exits game with quad tightness
Wed, Sep 2, 2026, 6:20 PM
Rafaela was removed from Wednesday's 8-3 loss to the Mariners due to quadriceps tightness, Tim Healey of The Boston Globe reports.
Analysis: Rafaela was playing through the issue before being taken out in the seventh inning with the Red Sox facing a large deficit. Given that the move was a precautionary one, the 25-year-old center fielder can be considered day-to-day heading into Thursday's pivotal series opener against the Orioles. Eli White, Jahmai Jones and Roman Anthony would all be in line for more work in the outfield if Rafaela were to miss time. |
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Garrett Crochet Garrett Crochet Slated for mound work Friday
Wed, Sep 2, 2026, 12:52 PM
Red Sox interim manager Chad Tracy said Wednesday that Crochet (lat/shoulder) will likely throw a bullpen session Friday, Tim Healey of The Boston Globe reports.
Analysis: Crochet played catch off the mound earlier this week, but his bullpen session Friday will be his first since he had a setback with his left lat in late May. The Red Sox are preparing Crochet to return later this month as a reliever, and there's a good chance he will need a rehab assignment, given how much time he's missed. |
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Adley Rutschman Adley Rutschman Remains out Wednesday
Wed, Sep 2, 2026, 12:17 PM
Rutschman (elbow) remains out of the lineup for Wednesday's game versus the Mariners.
Analysis: Rutschman has missed three straight starts and has been in the lineup just three times over Boston's last nine contests as he battles a hyperextended right elbow. It's an injury he might have to deal with for the remainder of the season, though there's been no indication to this point that the Red Sox are mulling a stint on the injured list. Connor Wong will get the nod behind the plate again Wednesday. |
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Raymond Burgos Raymond Burgos Added to Boston bullpen
Wed, Sep 2, 2026, 9:49 AM
The Red Sox recalled Burgos from Triple-A Worcester on Wednesday, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports.
Analysis: The Red Sox needed their relievers to cover 5.1 innings in Tuesday's loss to the Mariners, so Burgos will give them a fresh arm for the bullpen. Burgos has permitted eight runs with a 7:1 K:BB over 12.1 innings covering four relief appearances for Boston in 2026. |
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