St. Louis Cardinals vs. Boston Red Sox - May 18, 2024

Yes, THIS 2026 Boston Red Sox team is playoff boundCan you believe it?

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Big Storm Heading to Fenway 😳Cubs-Red Sox series could be impacted by multi-day nor'easter 🎥

As 2026 draws to a close, the Cardinals should heed lessons from 2006After celebrating the 2006 World Series champions last week, the team should remember the need for outside additions.

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Clinching celebration solidified need for Red Sox-Payton Tolle contract extensionThe Boston Red Sox's Wild Card clinching ceremony included the usual champagne showers and dripping-wet interviews. Everyone had their moments between the clubh

Boston's Citgo Sign Back 😅

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The Citgo Sign is back — sort of — just in time for the last week of the regular season. The new sign is going up in Kenmore Square, and for now there is a tarp/sheet version attached to the truss.

Roman's Post After Clinching 💯

Red Sox Minor Lines: The season that was for Kristian Campbell, Franklin Arias, and others in WorcesterYour best source for quality Boston Red Sox news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Joshua Baez flashing his super-high ceiling with Cardinals bodes well for the futureOh the places the Joshua Baez may go.

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Playoff Predictions Entering Last Week 🔮Projecting how the Red Sox will fare this fall as a dangerous wild card team 📲

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Unbelievable early-season stat puts Red Sox’s delayed clinching ceremony into perspectiveOn September 21 in the visiting clubhouse at Tropicana Field, it finally rained champagne and beer. The Boston Red Sox clinched a playoff spot after a few delay

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MLB Power Rankings Entering Final Week 🔢Where the Cardinals stand as they finish out the season ➡️

After a roller coaster season, the Red Sox find themselves in playoff purgatoryYour best source for quality Boston Red Sox news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Movie recommendations based on St. Louis Cardinals playersYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Leo Bernal's addition to top 100 prospects list opens up Cardinals chances at PPI bonus next seasonHe's an early favorite for 2027 NL Rookie of the Year.

A powerful nor’easter will likely create a scheduling nightmare for the Red Sox and Cubs this weekendTwo cauldrons of chaos are on a collision course. Plan accordingly!

Where Ivan Herrera does (and doesn't) fit long term for the St. Louis CardinalsHas the position-less slugger lost his spot?

Alex Bregman's brutal injury reminds Cardinals fans of the misfortune that befell Juan EncarnaciónThis isn't the type of memory that Cardinals fans wanted to revisit.

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Latest MLB Playoff Picture 👀6 spots up for grabs with one week left. Full standings 📲

The Red Sox should take advantage of Garrett Whitlock's desire to start in 2027Garrett Whitlock is looking to make a career pivot and transition into the starting rotation. For the Boston Red Sox, it's a strange proposition. The right-hand

Cardinals farm system receives A+ grade as team is positioned to contend for years to comeWhat a turnaround by this front office group.

Roman Anthony headlines loaded Bowman Chrome checklist that should get Red Sox fans excitedIf you're not already a card collector, here's the quick version of what product sports cards enthusiasts are going crazy over right now. Bowman Chrome is Topps

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Iván Herrera Clobbers 2 Homers as Cardinals Win Home Finale vs NationalsIván Herrera Clobbers 2 Homers as Cardinals Win Home Finale vs Nationals

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Red Sox Clinch Playoffs 🎟️Boston seals back-to-back postseason trips 📸

Nationals vs. Cardinals (09/20/2026)

Full highlights from St. Louis Cardinals' 5-3 win vs. Washington Nationals 🎥

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Red Sox Fall Behind Early, Drop Series Finale Versus RaysYou didn’t miss much

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With Postseason In Sight, Patrick Sandoval Starts In Red Sox Series Finale Versus RaysMagic Number: !

Quinn Mathews being slept on as impact arm for Cardinals rotationHe's the real deal.

Wondering how much better the Red Sox would've been in 2026 if not for awful injury luckThe Boston Red Sox sit at 82-69 after Tuesday’s 4-2 loss in Texas, third in the American League East and 9.5 games behind the Tampa Bay Rays. Boston holds the s

Cardinals are force to be reckoned with according to Giants manager Tony VitelloThe Giants manager sees the bright future that Cardinals fans hope comes to fruition sooner than later.

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What went right for the Cardinals in 2026?Despite another year of missing the postseason, the Cardinals had plenty of things go right as they build towards the future.

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The Red Sox and the “House Money” postseasonEven if the Sox are playing with house money, John Henry wants his dividend.

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Trade Ideas for Every Team 💡1 Move each squad wishes they could make this season

5 players who are entering their final days as a member of the Red SoxThe Boston Red Sox roster is about to get a bit more crowded as several players are set to return from the IL before the end of the season. Additionally, even s

3 Cardinals playing their final home games at Busch Stadium this weekendThey may come back to Busch in the future, but they'll be playing for a different team.

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Nationals Commit 4 Errors, but Still Beat St. Louis Cardinals in ExtrasNationals Commit 4 Errors, but Still Beat St. Louis Cardinals in Extras

Nationals vs. Cardinals (09/19/2026)

Full highlights from Washington Nationals' 8-5 win vs. St. Louis Cardinals 🎥

Rays walk-0ff Red Sox 2-1, playoff berth on iceYour best source for quality Boston Red Sox news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Garrett Crochet isn't Red Sox's only looming bullpen savior after Justin Slaten injuryThere's a version of this continuous Red Sox news saga that could have sent fans into a real panic, and I get why. Justin Slaten had quietly turned into one of

Time runs out on Blaze Jordan as yet another young Cardinals' season is officially overThe third baseman overcame the odds this season.

Roman Anthony’s underwhelming return to Red Sox from injury shows unfortunate patternIt felt like Roman Anthony was an instant star for the Boston Red Sox upon his call-up last season, but the truth of the matter was that it took a while for the

Red Sox at Rays… for the clinch??Your best source for quality Boston Red Sox news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Cardinals News: Joshua Baez season-ending injury, Ramon Urias released, Cesar Prieto returnMovement on the Cardinals roster with just over a week left to play.

Red Sox Minor Lines: Braiden Ward makes his case for the playoff rosterYour best source for quality Boston Red Sox news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Minor League POY For Every Team 🏆B/R's top prospect performers of MiLB season for every squad ➡️

The Cardinals need to be hesitant before they deem Kyle Leahy an "ace"Here come those numbers again...

Oli Marmol makes the case that it's a really good time to be a Cardinals fanMissing the playoffs again is nauseating, but I think he's right.

Red Sox's Pete Alonso whiff raked up again as he reaches career milestoneAmid playoff clinches and tight races, Pete Alonso of the last-place Baltimore Orioles has grabbed headlines all over the baseball world. The first baseman on S

When will the Red Sox clinch a playoff spot?Your best source for quality Boston Red Sox news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

The Cardinals can't afford to share Lance Lynn's steadfast belief in Pedro PagésSorry, Lance, but this isn't the catcher the Cardinals should hitch their wagon to.

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Striking Out on a New Path: The Whole System Is Missing BatsYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Trevor Story is delivering an emphatic counterpoint to his doubters amid Red Sox offensive surgeTrevor Story has drawn the ire of Red Sox Nation multiple times in his Red Sox tenure, especially over the last two seasons. Between injuries and extended slump

A series of storms threatens to upend MLB’s playoff race during the final week of the seasonBatten down the hatches folks! We could be in for quite a mess.

Justin Turner stoops to an embarrassing level to degrade Cardinals' Masyn WinnOn Monday night, St. Louis Cardinals Gold Glove shortstop Masyn Winn unleashed a throw in the top of the ninth inning against the San Francisco Giants that was

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Nationals Score More Runs than Hits, Embarrass Cardinals FridayNationals Score More Runs than Hits, Embarrass Cardinals Friday

Suarez shuts down bats, Anthony mashes in 4-2 win vs. RaysGreat start to the game, hold your breath for the rest, repeat!

St. Louis Cardinals officially eliminated from postseason contention after exceeding expectationsThey certainly stayed in the race longer than many thought they would.

Nationals vs. Cardinals (09/18/2026)

Full highlights from Washington Nationals' 9-1 win vs. St. Louis Cardinals 🎥

Cards Out of Playoff Race

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The St. Louis Cardinals will miss the postseason for the fourth straight year

Red Sox vs. Rays (09/18/2026)

Full highlights from Boston Red Sox' 4-2 win vs. Tampa Bay Rays 🎥

Willson Contreras' frustrations following hit by pitch are a brewing Red Sox problemWillson Contreras played a key role in the Boston Red Sox's come-from-behind win in the series finale against the Texas Rangers, but not in a way he would have

Ranger Suarez takes the bump in Tampa BayHow low can that magic number go?!

Aroldis Chapman injury news is the last thing Red Sox’s already-strained bullpen needsBoston Red Sox fans were already going through it on Thursday night after Willson Contreras left the series finale against the Texas Rangers early after being h

Trevor Story's game-winning home run vs. Rangers is a reminder of his under-the-radar Red Sox roleThe Boston Red Sox seem to be stalling out at the worst possible time. The offense has had trouble limiting strikeouts, advancing runners and hitting, in genera

Red Sox travel to Tampa to face Rays, move magic number downBig run scoring weekend, come on!

Red Sox Minor Lines: Johan Oviedo makes his return to the moundAnd the velocity was back, making for an interesting October bullpen option. The Woo Sox bats, however, were not back.

ESPN analyst makes strong Hall of Fame claim for Cardinals legendYou be the judge.

Red Sox give fans Curtis Mead flashbacks with positive Willson Contreras injury update Willson Contreras gets hit by a lot of pitches — he's been hit 24 times in 129 games this year, tying his career high — but the one on September 17 was differen

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Most Anticipated Revenge Games 🤬Johnny Damon's return to Boston and the most heated revenge games in recent years 📲

The Red Sox should love their bullpen setup entering the postseason Your best source for quality Boston Red Sox news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Trio of Cardinals prospects honored with minor league All-Star awardsA homegrown outfielder put it all together after a few seasons while newly acquired talent made Chaim Bloom look even better.

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Ranking Every Team's Best Rookie in 2026 🔢Where Payton Tolle stands among the top first-year players ➡️

The Cardinals should trade for pitcher Drew Rasmussen this offseasonTo extend? To flip? Let's find out!

Trevor Story authors dramatic comeback in cathartic 4-3 Red Sox winYour best source for quality Boston Red Sox news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Story's 3-Run Homer 🤩

Red Sox bounce back to avoid Rangers sweep

Sonny Gray takes the ball against the Rangers trying to inch the Red Sox closer to a playoff clinchThey’re also trying to avoid getting swept in Texas.

Red Sox fans may have spoken too soon on winner of Caleb Durbin-Kyle Harrison tradeBreaking even is no longer a pipe dream.

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Sonny Gray Contract Rumors 📝Red Sox ace could retire despite being projected for a 3-year, $75M deal (MassLive)

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Updated MLB Draft Lottery odds as Cardinals fall further out of contentionThe race to the bottom is on!

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Series Preview: Cardinals Host Nationals for Last Homestand of SeasonSeries Preview: Cardinals Host Nationals for Last Homestand of Season

We Should All Be Like Payton Tolle 😍

Red Sox rookie's story is heartwarming and inspiring

Can the Red Sox recapture their summertime magic?Boston is likely headed towards an all or nothing October.

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Schlittler and Caminero Are Crashing AL MVP Party 🎉Yordan Alvarez may not be a lock to win the award just yet ➡️

Red Sox relief ace Erik Miller has playoff deadline to solve the issues Rangers just magnifiedWhen Erik Miller on September 16 took the mound in front of the Texas Rangers, it didn't take long for things to go awry. Miller's command has never been perfec

Red Sox Minor Lines: Sam McWilliams brings the heat, Franklin Arias, Romy Gonzalez keep producingYour best source for quality Boston Red Sox news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

How should the Red Sox use Jake Bennett in the postseason?There’s no obvious answer to this one.

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Cardinals' reported Jacob Misiorowski equivalent should evoke cautious optimism among fansIf everything works out, the Cardinals could be in possession of some serious treasure.

Connelly Early trade just took another turn for Nationals as Red Sox wait for Curtis MeadThe Boston Red Sox probably won't get a full sense of their 2026 trade deadline performance this season, despite the positive injury updates on Curtis Mead. The

Breaking down the 2026 Red Sox postseason bullpenYour best source for quality Boston Red Sox news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Judging St. Louis Cardinals Walk-Up SongsYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Jordan Walker joining 20/20 club cements unreal turnaround season for Cardinals starHave yourself a year, Mr. Walker!

The case against Garrett Whitlock returning to Red Sox starting rotation in 2027For the last two seasons, Garrett Whitlock has been one of the best pitchers the Boston Red Sox's bullpen has to offer. But the righty has considered changing t

Red Sox drop series to Rangers after tough 7th inningYour best source for quality Boston Red Sox news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Red Sox vs. Rangers (09/16/2026)

Full highlights from Texas Rangers' 7-3 win vs. Boston Red Sox 🎥

Jake Bennett takes the ball to even series vs. AngelsYour best source for quality Boston Red Sox news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

JJ Wetherholt's return gives the Cardinals rookie one last shot at major awardAs the 2026 season heads to an end for the St. Louis Cardinals, there is some positive news for the last 10 games of the season. After missing the previous two

Red Sox must make Roman Anthony lineup decision following early performance after injurySince returning from injury on August 30, Roman Anthony has looked more like the 2025 version of himself than he did at the beginning of the season. He's hittin

Renewed Aaron Judge injury concerns could tilt Yankees-Red Sox Wild Card matchupIn all likelihood, the Boston Red Sox will face the New York Yankees in the Wild Card round for the second consecutive year. A development from New York's Septe

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Cardinals close out Giants series with another one run lossA hot September afternoon was not the correct recipe

Giants vs. Cardinals (09/16/2026)

Full highlights from San Francisco Giants' 6-5 win vs. St. Louis Cardinals 🎥

Red Sox Injury Update: Justin Slaten disappointment, Kristian Campbell twist, Romy GonzalezThe Boston Red Sox could have a slew of pitching reinforcements returning before the playoffs begin, including Tanner Houck, Garrett Crochet, and maybe even Joh

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JJ Wetherholt's return coincides with obvious offseason preparation from CardinalsThe prodigal son returns.

How Cardinals legend Adam Wainwright ruined a fourth grader's life As the season wraps up and the Cardinals are all but eliminated in the playoff race, it can be fun to look in the rearview mirror at memories that serve the Red

Red Sox Minor Lines: Tanner Houck looks ready, Allan Castro is clutch yet againYour best source for quality Boston Red Sox news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Red Sox familiar April regression is coming at the worst possible time despite looming clinchUnless they lose out and another American League team wins enough to take their place, the Boston Red Sox will make the playoffs. But for the past few games, th

Is it time for the Red Sox to give Romy Gonzalez another shot?Your best source for quality Boston Red Sox news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Masyn Winn's defense provides plenty of long-term value for the CardinalsThe St. Louis Cardinals continue to use the last couple weeks of an exciting 2026 season to look towards the future. By most accounts, future success may not be

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Previewing Every MLB Team's Biggest Offseason Decision 🔮The most pivotal question Boston will have to answer this winter 📲

Red Sox promote defensive wizard prospect to Triple-A following breakout season at the plateThe Double-A season ended on Sunday. Sadly, the Portland Sea Dogs’ game was canceled because of rain. However, the season didn’t end for everyone. Following the

It turns out that following the Red Sox playoff race from Ireland is pretty hardYour best source for quality Boston Red Sox news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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The 2026 St Louis Cardinals Bullpen: Is It Unhealthy?Your best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Bo Bichette might be the perfect free agent to start the Cardinals' return to relevanceChaim Bloom and the ownership duo of Bill DeWitt Jr. and Bill DeWitt III have been adamant that the organization will spend when the time is right for the St. L