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It's time to recognize Red Sox offense as one of baseball's best
The Red Sox are on fire at the plate, and their offensive approach might be enough to carry them to the postseason, writes John Tomase.
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Bobby Witt Jr.'s emergence highlights unfair pressure on Marcelo Mayer
Bobby Witt Jr. went from top prospect to one of the best players in baseball, and expecting Marcelo Mayer to follow suit is unrealistic, writes John Tomase.
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Four danger signs that could derail Red Sox as playoff race heats up
The Red Sox are in the thick of the AL playoff race but are exhibiting a few causes for concern as they enter the final two months of the season, writes John Tomase.
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Red Sox had solid trade deadline, but several AL rivals did more
Did the Red Sox do enough to keep pace in the American League? John Tomase highlights winners and losers among Boston’s chief AL competitors.
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Breslow's first deadline is a win, because he gave Red Sox a fighting chance
Did Craig Breslow pass his first trade deadline test as Red Sox chief baseball officer? John Tomase shares his reaction to Boston’s moves.
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Why the Quinn Priester-Nick Yorke trade is a win for Red Sox
Did the Red Sox get a fair trade by swapping Nick Yorke for Quinn Priester? John Tomase breaks down Boston’s reported deal with the Pirates.
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Breaking down critical Red Sox needs as trade deadline looms
What should the Red Sox prioritize at the MLB trade deadline? John Tomase takes stock of Boston’s moves to date, and what should come next.
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Watch Larry Bird throw down most shockingly vicious dunk of career
John Tomase is taking a trip down memory lane to a 1983 game in which Celtics star Larry Bird turned heads with a Jayson Tatum-esque dunk.
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Red Sox Report Card: Strong first-half grades for surprising squad
John Tomase hands out letter grades for every Red Sox player on a squad that has exceeded expectations entering the MLB All-Star break.
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It's time to ask a new question of Red Sox: How good can they be?
As the Red Sox surge into the MLB All-Star break, John Tomase believes the conversation needs to shift around a team with legitimate playoff potential.
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Why these Red Sox are nothing like '22 and '23 teams that collapsed
Are the Red Sox just setting us up for another disappointing second half? As John Tomase writes, there’s reason to believe this year will be different.
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As Yankees collapse, here's a scary thought: Alex Cora to New York
By allowing Alex Cora to become a free agent after this season, the Red Sox are exposing themselves to a potential nightmare scenario, writes John Tomase.
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Why buying at trade deadline is actually best long-term move for Red Sox
Being buyers at the trade deadline would send a positive message to the players and fan base, writes John Tomase.
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Thoughts on Grousbeck, new C's owners, and why Henry isn't the answer
John Tomase shares his take on Wyc Grousbeck’s legacy, why John Henry isn’t the answer to take over the team, and more.
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In honor of Scheierman pick, here are best Celtics left-handed shooters ever
After the Celtics drafted Creighton star Baylor Scheierman in Round 1, John Tomase ranks the best left-handed shooters in team history.
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The case for Red Sox selling at MLB trade deadline (sorry)
Despite the Red Sox’ recent surge, there’s a rational argument for Craig Breslow to capitalize on a seller’s market at the MLB trade deadline, writes John Tomase.
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Cora explains why he's no fan of standing pat at MLB trade deadline
Alex Cora made his theory of the MLB trade deadline pretty clear on Wednesday: If you’re not getting better, you’re getting worse.
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Kenley Jansen has hilarious reaction to meeting Porzingis at Fenway
Towering Red Sox closer Kenley Jansen found himself (literally) looking up to Celtics star Kristaps Porzingis in Fenway Park clubhouse on Monday night.
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Red Sox catch fire, Celtics fan flames on electric night at Fenway
With the NBA champion Celtics in the house, the Red Sox delivered another inspired effort Monday night at Fenway Park, writes John Tomase.
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Banner 18 means it's time for Celtics to retire Danny Ainge's No. 44
After two stars hand-picked by Danny Ainge led the Celtics to an NBA title, John Tomase makes the case for the franchise retiring Ainge’s No. 44.