Several members of last year's draft class have made huge leaps in velocity and their performances on the mound so far this season.

Ahead of Alex Bregman’s return to their lineup Friday, the Red Sox sent down an infielder after Thursday's win.

The Boston Red Sox had to recently make a tough decision. As the first half of the season came to an end, the Red Sox got some good news. Boston got Alex Bregma

Alex Bregman (quadriceps), Masataka Yoshida (shoulder), Tanner Houck (elbow), Hunter Dobbins (elbow) and Justin Slaten (shoulder) are among those expected to return at some point. Would that group of players eclipse what the Red Sox could find on the open market? Bregman performed at an elite level before his injury in late May.

Perhaps more importantly, Crochet’s decision sends a message to the fans and to the front office. It’s hard for a pitcher to be the face of a team, but with Rafael Devers gone and Roman Anthony still in his professional infancy, Crochet is the guy right now in Boston. His decision declares that he’s putting winning this year first.

The Boston Red Sox have become one of baseball’s biggest surprises after trading away Rafael Devers. Although the negative ripple effects permeated through the roster shortly after the deal, Boston’s core of young talent has helped lift the team to the third spot in the Wild Card.

The temptation to bring Alex Bregman back as soon as possible is unmistakable. Is the risk even greater? Bregman, the Boston Red Sox's star third baseman who ha

However, according to a recent report from Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com, the Red Sox have Yandy Diaz, the Rays’ star infielder, high on their list. The Rays, 50-47 and only 5.5 games out in the American League East, probably aren’t sellers as of now.

The Boston Red Sox will have to make some tough decisions if they want to keep Alex Bregman and still address other needs on their roster this offseason.

The Boston Red Sox outfield is already crowded. However, a new face is entering the mix this week and could cause some complications.

Boston Red Sox prospect Roman Anthony, the highest-rated player currently in the minor leagues, has been crushing the baseball this season, just like he has always done. In 66 at bats over 18 ...