MLB partnered with Nike to release the first-ever Nike-produced athletic sneakers for MLB, featuring designs inspired by the franchise's City Connect uniforms.

The former Houston Astro was signed by the Red Sox to a free agent contract shortly before the start of spring training. He had performed brilliantly for manager Alex Cora before

2) Red Sox starter Walker Buehler gave up five runs on five hits (two homers) and one walk in a disastrous first inning. He pitched just 2 innings and allowed seven runs (five earned runs), seven hits and two walks while striking out two. He also hit a batter to force in a run with the bases loaded. His ERA jumped to 5.18 ERA.

The Boston Red Sox might be the most interesting team to watch, approaching the MLB trade deadline. With multiple stars on the injured list, Boston has every reason to buy, but with a 29-34 record, they also have every reason to sell. As the Red Sox trudge on, the team is zeroing in on a decision about outfielder Jarren Duran’s future.

The Boston Red Sox have a chance to be one of the bigger players in this year's trade market, but not all of their players are available.

When Chase Meidroth, another prospect who was acquired by the White Sox in the Crochet deal, was brought up in April, Meirdroth told Teel he might need a collared shirt for his major league arrival, and Teel gave the infielder one of his own.

For the first time in nearly 70 years, boxing is returning to Boston's famed Fenway Park. It's also symbolic of a shift back to the roots of the oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball, to when it wasn't just used for Red Sox games but for other sports and political events.

The Cubs' center fielder is playing at an MVP level. Rafaela is an equally elite defender, and the Red Sox believe his offense is coming.

Chicago White Sox catcher Kyle Teel on making his MLB debut Friday: “This is a dream come true. I’m trying to soak it all in. … It’s really special.”

Roman Anthony's Path to Big Leagues Revealed by Red Sox Announcer originally appeared on Athlon Sports.