Since the turn of the century, the Boston Red Sox have gone from lovable losers to annual contenders. In that span we've seen some great individual seasons.
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It seems like the Boston Red Sox are about to have a rough 2020, but hope is not entirely lost. Here are four optimistic Sox predictions for the new season.
The Boston Red Sox have moved on from Alex Cora following the revelation of his role in the Houston Astros' cheating scandal. Now, they need a new manager.
The Boston Red Sox are about to be in some heat. Ken Rosenthal and Evan Drellich of the Athletic reported that they stole signs illegally in 2018.
Red Sox Nation is among the best fanbases in sports, but we tend to be impatient. The Boston Red Sox have a plan that doesn't mesh well with such a trait.
The Boston Red Sox could have made this offseason a lot easier by simply letting Nathan Eovaldi go after the 2018 season. Now, they are in a tough spot.
Every baseball fan knows what David Ortiz and Manny Ramirez mean to the Boston Red Sox. In 2020, they will both be inducted into the team's Hall of Fame.
Even if they don't trade Mookie Betts, the Boston Red Sox could use depth in the outfield. A cheap option on the open market is veteran Cameron Maybin.
The Boston Red Sox are on a budget, but they have some holes to fill during the winter. One of the smarter moves they can make is bringing back Brock Holt.
The Houston Astros have staff members around the majors who were involved in their 2017 World Series run. A couple of them are now on the Boston Red Sox.
The Boston Red Sox need to add to the starting rotation this winter. They could trade for a starter, but there are also some cheaper options in free agency.