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On Monday, the Red Sox and the Yankees made only their fifth trade in nearly 50 years

The last time the two teams completed a trade was in 2014.

Cactus League asks MLB to delay spring training due to COVID-19

Spring camps are set to open the week of Feb. 15, with the regular season set to start on April 1.

Red Sox acquire reliever Adam Ottavino in trade with Yankees

The 35-year-old reliever, a Northeastern alumnus, was acquired along with a pitching prospect for a player to be named.

Element of the unknown makes this Hall of Fame announcement more dramatic

Curt Schilling's candidacy shapes up as a very close call, and it's possible that no one is elected when the results are released Tuesday.

Red Sox
Hunter Renfroe is primed to add some big power to the Red Sox lineup, now that the timing has worked out
Renfroe was drafted by the Red Sox in 2010, but opted to go the college route instead. From 2017-19, he averaged 28 home runs per season while playing outfield for the Padres.

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Red Sox reach deal with pitcher Garrett Richards
The righthander agreed to a one-year, $10 million contract that includes a team option for 2022.

Watch: The Globe’s Hall of Fame voters discuss their 2021 ballots

The Globe's six Hall of Fame voters sat down for a webinar with Globe subscribers to discuss their selections for the 2021 class.

Rating the managers in baseball, in honor of a friend

The late Nick Cafardo made it a yearly offseason exercise to rank the managers and we’re bringing it back again as a tribute.

Red Sox close to deal with versatile second baseman Kiké Hernández

The Red Sox also have been in active discussions with free-agent righthander Garrett Richards in addition to Hernández, a 29-year-old most recently on the Dodgers.

Hank Aaron: A magnificent ballplayer and a profile in courage

Aaron was an unflinching advocate for civil rights, undaunted by vicious treatment he endured en route to one of baseball's finest careers.

Hank Aaron: Barack Obama, David Ortiz, other notables offer condolences after legend’s death

Former president Jimmy Carter was among the dignitaries to offer condolences.

Looking back at Hank Aaron’s life, legendary career, and MLB records

In 1952, Aaron signed with the Boston Braves. By 1954, he had earned a spot in the big leagues after the team moved to Milwaukee.

Will Curt Schilling’s inflammatory rhetoric keep him out of the Hall of Fame?

After he missed induction by only 20 votes last year, every vote will be crucial for Schilling. If he is not elected, 2021 will be his final year on the BBWAA ballot.

Hank Aaron, Braves legend and former home run king, dies at 86

In 1974, Aaron overcame racism to emerge as an unexpected civil rights icon and surpass Babe Ruth’s all-time home run record. The Hall of Famer used his platform to champion equality both on and off the field.

What’s the Red Sox’ plan? Sam Kennedy says they’re ‘building back up’ rather than going all-in

The Red Sox president/CEO acknowledged this has been a slow offseason but insisted they are not operating like a middle-market team.

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On Monday, the Red Sox and the Yankees made only their fifth trade in nearly 50 years

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Red Sox acquire reliever Adam Ottavino in trade with Yankees

The 35-year-old reliever, a Northeastern alumnus, was acquired along with a pitching prospect for a player to be named.

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Element of the unknown makes this Hall of Fame announcement more dramatic

Curt Schilling's candidacy shapes up as a very close call, and it's possible that no one is elected when the results are released Tuesday.