Boston Manager Alex Cora has not announced his closer, but it seems to be coming down to a choice between veterans Matt Barnes and Adam Ottavino.

Michael Chavis has competition at every position he has played, but remains confident even though it appears he will start the season in Triple-A Worcester.

Reliever Ryan Brasier and outfielder Franchy Cordero were both late arrivals to training camp and have not been able to catch up.

Manager Alex Cora will deploy many different lineups this season, with Kiké Hernandez and Alex Verdugo likely to appear as leadoff hitters.

Manager Alex Cora is making sure his players know that one of their most important contributions to the team is avoiding coronavirus risks.

Boston Manager Alex Cora understands that a roster will change over the years, and is more focused on what Boston has now and in the future.

The longtime Red Sox center fielder ends a longer-than-expected ride in free agency and joins a Milwaukee team that already has plenty of outfield talent.

Hernandez, after six seasons with the Dodgers as mostly a super-sub utility player, is embracing Manager Alex Cora’s challenge to be Boston’s leadoff hitter.

Nick Pivetta, projected as Boston’s No. 5 starter, allows one hit and one run in two innings against the Twins.

The first season of Worcester Red Sox is delayed a month, but the Double-A Portland Sea Dogs remain on schedule for a May 4 opener.