The lefthanded ace had nine strikeouts, five hits and two walks in 5.1 scoreless innings in a 2-1 win vs. the Pirates.

JON VANKIN is a journalist and writer. He is the author of five nonfiction books and nine graphic novels. His writing has appeared in The New York Times Magazine, Salon, the L.A. Weekly and dozens ...

Depth is boring. It’s also incredibly important, especially when it comes to pitching. Pitching injuries are going to happen. Look at the Dodgers. Without pitching depth, injuries to the rotation ...

FORT MYERS, Fla. — Alex Cora often selects his Opening Day starter before spring training begins. But this year, the Red Sox ...

The Boston Red Sox acquired left-handed pitcher Garrett Crochet from the Chicago White Sox in what was arguably the biggest trade of the winter. Boston sent four top prospects, including their two ...

Hanging over spring training after an exciting offseason for the Boston Red Sox has been the early drama regarding third base and, specifically, Alex Bregman and Rafael Devers. It's not a problem ...