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May 8, 2026 The MassLive Red Sox Newsletter Red Sox State of the Sox: Turnaround rests with starting rotation This past week was a reminder that the Red Sox' starting rotation can shoulder a big load when it's operating at peak efficiency. By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com Read more Red Sox Red Sox option rookie starter to Triple-A Worcester; will recall Jack Anderson The Red Sox optioned rookie starting pitcher Jake Bennett to Triple-A Worcester after his start against the Rays on Thursday, according to industry sources. By Christopher Smith | csmith@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox’ Willson Contreras explains base running decision: ‘I was a little bit aggressive’ Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras decided to be aggressive on the base paths after smashing a single to left field in the eighth inning By Christopher Smith | csmith@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox reactions: Rookie takes loss, Boston drops to 6-11 at Fenway Park Instant reactions from the Red Sox' 8-4 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday: By Christopher Smith | csmith@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox roster moves: Why catcher/first baseman was promoted to take Roman Anthony’s spot The Red Sox recalled first baseman/catcher Mickey Gasper from Triple-A Worcester to take Roman Anthony’s spot on the 26-man roster. By Christopher Smith | csmith@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox place Roman Anthony on injured list; ‘Nothing too serious’ Red Sox left fielder Roman Anthony (sprained wrist) still feels soreness and will be placed on the 10-day injured list before Thursday’s game. By Christopher Smith | csmith@masslive.com MORE    See more     Unlimited Digital Access to MassLive․com   $1 for the first 3 months   Subscribe Now   Cancel anytime.