Boston has some injuries and must resolve bench positions with the regular season starting in fewer than three weeks.
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Tom Caron: No details too small for Boston’s J.D. Martinez
The new Red Sox slugger won’t be a vocal leader, but he is relentless in his study and preparation.
Commentary: Cora, Boone are in for a shock
Every decision for new managers Alex Cora and Aaron Boone will be scrutinized when the Red Sox and Yankees go head-to-head.
Citing racial past, Red Sox ask Boston to change name of Yawkey Way
The team seeks to drop the name of its former owner from the street next to Fenway Park because of the franchise’s complicated racial history.
Commentary: Martinez wants Boston to be a fun place to play
Newcomer J.D. Martinez says playing at Fenway is like ‘Monday Night Football’ every night.
Tom Caron: Platoons? Working the pitch count? Not for Cora’s Red Sox
Boston’s new manager is not one to subscribe to outdated baseball axioms.
Red Sox officially sign slugger J.D. Martinez to 5-year contract
Last year he hit 45 home runs and led the major leagues with a .690 slugging percentage.
Major league notebook: Red Sox reportedly set to introduce Martinez
After a weeklong delay, reports say the team will hold a news conference Monday to announce the slugger’s five-year deal.
Major league notebook: Martinez yet to clear Red Sox physical
The Red Sox have yet to officially announce the signing of slugger J.D. Martinez, who arrived Wednesday for his physical.
J.D. Martinez levels the playing field in the American League
The Red Sox now are legit threats to compete with the Yankees and Astros.