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Categories: SPORTS
2026 Red Sox: injuries, trade talks and late‑season surge
Entities: Wilyer Abreu · Boston Red Sox · Chicago White Sox · Venezuela · Caleb Durbin
Overview
Jake Bennett’s quality start on July 17 helped Boston open the second half with a day‑night doubleheader against the Rays, extending a winning run that later reached 15 straight victories and put the club in the AL wild‑card lead. The streak sparked fan promotions and intensified trade speculation, with shortstop Zach Neto, catcher Shea Langeliers and third‑baseman Matt Chapman listed as targets.
Since then the Red Sox have been hampered by a cascade of injuries. Left‑hander ace Garrett Crochet, sidelined by shoulder inflammation in April, suffered a low‑grade lat strain and was moved to the 60‑day IL in early June, pushing his return to at least mid‑July. The rotation gap was widened by the demotion of struggling right‑hander Brayan Bello to Triple‑A, opening a roster spot for reliever Joe La Sorsa.
Offensively, third‑baseman Caleb Durbin’s swing overhaul produced a dramatic uptick, while Jarren Duran’s power surge added depth. Rookie left‑hander Jake Bennett emerged as a rotation cornerstone, posting a sub‑3.00 ERA and anchoring a stretch of quality starts that helped Boston climb out of last place and, by early July, claim the league’s best record and a seven‑game winning streak.
Trade‑deadline chatter now centers on bullpen help (Aroldis Chapman) and outfield options (Jarren Duran, Franklin Arias). Prospects Andruw Monasterio and Franklin Arias continue to showcase power in the minors, keeping Boston’s future assets in focus as the club battles to solidify a postseason push.
Coverage disagrees
Sources make claims that cannot both be true. CLSTR reports the disagreement; it does not decide who is right.
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"Brayan Bello recorded his first career save." (All three articles)
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"Boston Red Sox defeated Chicago White Sox 14-2 on August 4, 2026 at Fenway Park." (All three articles)
A save cannot be recorded in a game where the winning team leads by 12 runs (14-2), so the claim of a 14‑2 victory and the claim of a first career save cannot both be true.
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.
- [DISPUTED] Boston Red Sox defeated Chicago White Sox 14-2 on August 4, 2026 at Fenway Park. (All three articles)
- [DISPUTED] Brayan Bello recorded his first career save. (All three articles)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Caleb Durbin hit a grand slam in the first inning. (All three articles)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Wilyer Abreu hit two solo home runs. (All three articles)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Boston Red Sox extended their winning streak to six games. (All three articles)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Patrick Sandoval earned his first major league win since May 7, 2024. (All three articles)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Boston Red Sox hit four home runs for the second consecutive game. (All three articles)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Chicago starter Davis Martin allowed nine runs and ten hits before being pulled in the sixth inning. (All three articles)
Timeline
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about 12 hours ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesWilyer Abreu shines for Boston Red Sox as they extend winning streakWilyer Abreu is powering the Boston Red Sox, who have won nine straight series, posting career‑high offensive numbers and leading the league defensively.
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3 days ago
[SPORTS] 26 sourcesBoston Red Sox extend winning streak to seven games with 4‑0 shutout of Chicago White SoxBoston beat Chicago 4‑0, extending a seven‑game win streak; Sonny Gray earned his 14th win, Abreu homered, Durbin hit a grand slam in the series.
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14 days ago
[SPORTS] 13 sources99 Restaurants Loses Up to $60K as Red Sox 15‑Game Streak Sparks Free Kids MealsThe Red Sox’s 15‑game win streak (July 2‑22) matched a 1946 record, drove Boston into a Wild‑Card lead, and cost 99 Restaurants $16‑60K for thousands of free kids meals before the streak ended against the Orig
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22 days ago
[SPORTS] 9 sourcesMLB opens second half with White Sox‑Blue Jays game, Red Sox doubleheader, Twins‑Cubs seriesMLB’s second half begins with the White Sox‑Blue Jays game in Toronto, a Red Sox‑Rays doubleheader at Fenway, and the Twins‑Cubs series at Wrigley, all featuring notable starter line‑ups and post‑All‑Star break
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26 days ago
[SPORTS] 4 sourcesBoston Red Sox prospects Monasterio and Arias showcase power potentialRed Sox rookie Monasterio homered against the Mets, while prospect Arias praised Lindor and posted strong power numbers in Double‑A.
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27 days ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesBoston Red Sox post league‑best record and seven‑game winning streak ahead of All‑Star breakBoston Red Sox hold the MLB best 12‑2 record, enjoy a seven‑game win streak, and sit within 1½ games of the Wild Card as they head into the All‑Star break.
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30 days ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesJake Bennett Fuels Boston Red Sox’s Strong Early Season PitchingRed Sox rookie Jake Bennett posted a 2.64 ERA in eight starts, including seven scoreless innings, after being traded from the Nationals; his success stems from precise pitch placement despite a weak fastball.
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30 days ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesBoston Red Sox keep top prospect Franklin Arias in Double‑A amid trade‑deadline speculationBoston Red Sox have left top prospect Franklin Arias in Double‑A Portland despite a .332/.418/.602 line and 17 homers, prompting speculation they are protecting his trade value ahead of the deadline.
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about 1 month ago
[SPORTS] 6 sourcesBoston Red Sox extend winning streak to five games over Chicago White SoxBoston Red Sox beat Chicago White Sox 8‑1 on July 7 and 5‑0 on July 8, extending their winning streak to five games and moving within seven wins of .500; pitchers Payton Tolle and Jake Bennett led the wins, and
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about 1 month ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesRed Sox send Roman Anthony to Florida for injury rehab and medical evaluationThe Red Sox have sent Roman Anthony to Fort Myers for rehab of a partially torn right ring‑finger ligament and a visit to hand specialist Gary Lourie; his sister posted a July‑4 bikini photo as he prepared for
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about 1 month ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesBoston Red Sox Revive Playoff Hopes After Five‑Game Winning StreakBoston Red Sox, after a five‑game streak, are 4.5 games from the AL wild‑card with a 20% playoff chance, a +8 run differential, and a rotation logging 12 straight quality starts.
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about 1 month ago
[SPORTS] 9 sourcesWashington Nationals beat Red Sox 8-1, snap Boston's five‑game winning streakWashington Nationals beat Boston Red Sox 8‑1, ending the Red Sox’s five‑game streak; a bench‑clearing brawl saw several ejections, and Nationals starter Cade Civalli notched 13 strikeouts.
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about 1 month ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesBoston Red Sox rely on rookie Jake Bennett as rotation strengthensRookie Jake Bennett posted a 2.78 ERA and 0.88 WHIP, helping the Red Sox achieve a 10‑game quality‑start streak, the longest since 1988, as three rookie left‑handers dominate the rotation.
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about 1 month ago
[SPORTS] 19 sourcesRed Sox complete four‑game sweep of Yankees with walk‑off winRed Sox rally in the 10th to beat Yankees 5‑4, completing their first four‑game sweep since 2018; Duran’s walk‑off and Gray’s near‑no‑hit bid were key.
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about 1 month ago
[SPORTS] 24 sourcesBoston Red Sox defeat Yankees three straight gamesBoston Red Sox beat New York Yankees three straight (4‑1, 6‑1, 4‑1) as Jake Bennett and Payton Tolle pitched brilliantly, Yoshida and Seigler homered, and the Yankees’ offense sputtered.
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about 1 month ago
[SPORTS] 3 sourcesCaleb Durbin's swing adjustments boost Boston Red Sox third basemanBoston’s third baseman Caleb Durbin revamped his swing, raising his batting average and hit type after a slump, while staying a defensive asset.
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about 1 month ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesRed Sox outfielder Roman Anthony out indefinitely with rare hand ligament injuryRed Sox outfielder Roman Anthony remains on the injured list after a rare ring‑finger ligament tear, missing 43 games and unlikely to return before August as the team struggles.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 6 sourcesBoston Red Sox consider major roster moves ahead of trade deadlineBoston Red Sox, at 32‑45, are likely to trade at the August 3 deadline, with Aroldis Chapman, Jarren Duran and possibly Taylor Ward mentioned, while injury to Garrett Crochet delays his return.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 5 sourcesVladimir Guerrero Jr. back in action, sparks Blue Jays offense with home runsVladimir Guerrero Jr., after leaving a game with back stiffness, returned to hit a home run ending a long power drought and helped the Blue Jays beat the Red Sox and rally past the Cubs.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 8 sourcesBoston Red Sox slump fuels trade‑deadline talks and player outlooksThe Red Sox, 29‑42 and last in the AL East, face trade‑deadline speculation including a possible Sonny Gray deal, while Caleb Durbin’s recent hot streak gives a glimmer of hope.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesToronto Blue Jays rout Boston Red Sox in June 2026 seriesThe Blue Jays beat the Red Sox 14‑2 on June 18, 2026, sparking broadcaster criticism of the Red Sox roster; Max Scherzer was also placed on the IL before the next game.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 13 sourcesToronto Blue Jays complete sweep of Boston Red Sox at FenwayThe Blue Jays swept the Red Sox at Fenway, highlighted by a 3‑0 shutout, Valenzuela’s ninth‑inning double, and multiple injury updates including Scherzer’s IL placement and Bieber’s comeback.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesRoman Anthony's MRI Shows Healing Progress for Boston Red SoxRoman Anthony's MRI shows his finger ligament is healing, keeping him sidelined; Garrett Crochet also makes rehab progress for the Red Sox.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 13 sourcesToronto Blue Jays defeat Boston Red Sox 6-1 as Dylan Cease pitches shutout and George Springer hits 300th homerToronto Blue Jays beat Boston Red Sox 6-1; Dylan Cease shut out Boston, George Springer hit his 300th homer, and Max Scherzer was placed on the injured list.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesBoston Red Sox struggle with momentum, injuries and offensive gapsThe Red Sox face injury‑plagued setbacks and a lack of momentum, with hopes pinned on Roman Anthony’s return and a possible pursuit of Bo Bichette to boost a struggling offense.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesBoston Red Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet sidelined by shoulder and lat injuriesRed Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet detailed a shoulder capsule issue and a lat strain, saying he won’t be back before the All‑Star break, with a possible return by late July.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesBoston Red Sox hitters turn to outside coaches as offense stallsRed Sox sluggers Caleb Durbin and Jarren Duran seek external help as batting averages plunge, with Durbin improving after coaching and Duran admitting he’s playing poorly.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesBoston Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet sidelined long-term, deepening season woesGarrett Crochet’s lat strain lands him on the 60‑day IL, worsening the Boston Red Sox’s injury‑filled season as they trail far behind in the AL East.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesBoston Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet sidelined on 60‑day IL with aggravated lat strainRed Sox ace Garrett Crochet is on the 60‑day IL with a worsened lat strain, likely missing the season’s remainder as Boston languishes at the bottom of the AL East.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 5 sourcesBoston Red Sox struggle season; Pedroia declines front‑office role, Durbin boasts strong performanceThe Red Sox slump at 27‑39, with manager changes and front‑office recruitment stalled as Dustin Pedroia declines a role, while Caleb Durbin highlights his hot streak with two homers against Tampa Bay.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 4 sourcesBoston Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet injury deepens trade scrutinyRed Sox ace Garrett Crochet’s worsening lat strain sidelines him, sparking fresh criticism of the 2024 trade as the White Sox benefit from the prospects Boston gave up.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesBoston Red Sox face 2026 season slump, call for roster overhaulThe Boston Red Sox's 2026 slump (27‑36, last in AL East) has sparked calls from Kevin Millar and Whit Merrifield for a right‑handed power bat and roster overhaul.
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesBoston Red Sox demote struggling pitcher Brayan Bello to Triple‑A WorcesterBoston Red Sox sent pitcher Brayan Bello to Triple‑A Worcester after a 6.34 ERA and an eight‑run outing, saying he was emotional about the move.
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 4 sourcesBoston Red Sox Pitcher Garrett Crochet Moves to 60-Day Injured ListGarrett Crochet is now on the Red Sox’s 60‑day IL, opening a roster spot for reliever Joe La Sorsa; Brayan Bello was optioned to Triple‑A.
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 7 sourcesYankees Host Red Sox at Yankee Stadium with Will Warren and Ranger Suárez StartingYankees (37‑26) host Red Sox (27‑35) on June 6 at Yankee Stadium. Will Warren (7‑1, 3.22 ERA) vs. Ranger Suárez (2‑3, 3.38 ERA); Aaron Judge out. Red Sox add reliever Garrett Whitlock from rehab and Alec Gamboa
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesBoston Red Sox grapple with injuries and trade talks in 2026 slumpThe Boston Red Sox, at 26‑35, placed Garrett Crochet on the 60‑day IL through June 25, demoted Brayan Bello, and face trade rumors linking reliever Garrett Whitlock to the Arizona Diamondbacks.
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 9 sourcesRed Sox option Brayan Bello to Triple‑A Worcester after poor startRed Sox option struggling starter Brayan Bello to Triple‑A Worcester after an 8‑2 loss to the Orioles, citing his 6.34 ERA and his protest over role‑debate comments.
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesBoston Red Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet suffers low‑grade lat strainRed Sox left‑hander Garrett Crochet diagnosed with a low‑grade lat strain; will resume throwing when asymptomatic, staying on the injured list.
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesBoston Red Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet suffers latest injury setbackBoston Red Sox left‑hander Garrett Crochet, on the injured list for shoulder inflammation, reported a minor lat‑tightness setback, is undergoing MRI, and said he is not close to returning.
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 6 sourcesBoston Red Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet suffers lat injury setbackRed Sox ace Garrett Crochet suffers lat tightness, halting his rehab and delaying his return to early July, deepening the rotation's injury woes for a last‑place Boston team.
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3 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesBoston Red Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet makes progress in shoulder rehabGarrett Crochet, the Red Sox left‑hander, is advancing in his shoulder rehab with weekend throwing and a live batting practice next week, a step toward a possible return.
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3 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesRed Sox ace Garrett Crochet’s shoulder inflammation pushes back returnRed Sox ace Garrett Crochet’s shoulder inflammation keeps him on the IL, with a tentative return in late May‑early June.
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3 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesRed Sox place Garrett Crochet on 15-day IL with shoulder inflammationRed Sox place Garrett Crochet on 15-day IL with shoulder inflammation; return date not specified.
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4 months ago
[SPORTS] 4 sourcesTwins overwhelm Red Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet in rough season debutCrochet allows 11 runs in 2 innings vs. Twins, pulled after 1 2/3 innings in rough season debut.
Sources
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