Christopher Smith

Georgetown

Red Sox reporter, MassLive. @NewhouseSU, @SyracuseU & Merrimack grad. Dad of 2. Drummer. Watcher of college 🏀 and the FRANchise 🏈 🍊 Expected BA expert

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Boston Red Sox roster moves: Reliever sent down with Brayan Bello returning

2 days ago | masslive.com | Christopher Smith |Chris Cotillo

BOSTON — The Red Sox will activate righty Brayan Bello (right shoulder strain) from the 15-day injured list to start Tuesday’s game against the Seattle Mariners. Reliever Zack Kelly is being optioned to Triple-A Worcester to make room for Bello on the active roster, according to multiple sources. Kelly, who made the Opening Day roster, took the loss Sunday as all three batters who he faced in the seventh inning reached base (single, two hit by pitches).
Red Sox name starter for Wednesday - and it could be his last rotation turn

1 week ago | masslive.com | Chris Cotillo |Christopher Smith

TAMPA — The Red Sox left open the possibility of using an opener for Wednesday’s series finale against the Rays at Steinbrenner Field. But that won’t be the case as lefty Sean Newcomb will take his turn in the rotation, potentially for the final time. “Sean is gonna start,” Cora said after a 7-4 Red Sox win Tuesday.
Red Sox lineup: Can spring standout get going after 1-for-18 (.056) start at plate?

1 week ago | masslive.com | Christopher Smith |Chris Cotillo

TAMPA — As the Red Sox try to start the second half of their road trip on a positive note Monday, they’ll do so with a scuffling second baseman in the lineup for just his sixth start in 18 games. David Hamilton, who is hitting .056 (1-for-18) in limited time this season, is hitting eighth and starting at second against the Rays and starter Shane Baz on Monday. Kristian Campbell is in center field with Ceddanne Rafaela sitting.
Ex-Red Sox prospect traded in offseason making MLB debut vs. Boston Friday

1 week ago | masslive.com | Christopher Smith |Chris Cotillo

CHICAGO — Former Red Sox prospect Chase Meidroth will make his MLB debut Friday against Boston. Meidroth was one of four prospects who the for ace Garrett Crochet on Dec. 11. The 23-year-old will start at second base and bat seventh in the White Sox lineup against Boston left-handed starter Sean Newcomb. First pitch is scheduled for 7:40 p.m. ET, from Rate Field.
Supreme Court Ruling Allows Trump Deportations, For Now

2 weeks ago | tvone.tv | Christopher Smith |Alana Seldon

On Monday evening (April 7), the Supreme Court sided with President Donald Trump, granting an emergency request by the administration and overturning a lower court ruling, which had stopped deportation flights conducted under the Alien Enemies Act. The ruling came after a 5-4 decision, which saw Justice Amy Comey Barrett side with Justices Sonia Sotomayor, Ketanji Brown Jackson, and Elena Kagan in dissent.
Scott Jennings Scolded By CNN Panel For Defending Losing Elon Musk

2 weeks ago | majic945.com | Christopher Smith

Majic 94.5 Featured Video CLOSE A Republican strategist was scolded for his attempts to defend tech billionaire Elon Musk during his appearance on a CNN news program.
Boston Red Sox trade addition triples, doubles in first day with organization

2 weeks ago | masslive.com | Christopher Smith

New Boston Red Sox outfield prospect Yophery Rodriguez went 2-for-5 with a double, triple and two strikeouts for High-A Greenville on Tuesday in his first day with the organization. The Red Sox acquired the 19-year-old from the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday in exchange for right-handed starter Quinn Priester. They also received a Competitive Balance Round A pick (33rd overall) in the 2025 Draft and a player to be named later or cash considerations.
Red Sox reactions: In one of Fenway’s coldest games, errors haunt Boston

2 weeks ago | masslive.com | Christopher Smith

BOSTON — Instant reactions from the Red Sox‘ 6-1 loss to the Blue Jays on Tuesday here at Fenway Park:1) Garrett Crochet made his first start as a Red Sox pitcher at Fenway Park. He pitched 5 ⅔ innings, allowing four runs (one earned run), five hits and four walks while striking out five. Control was an issue. He threw just 65 of his 107 pitches (60.7%) for strikes. On a very cold night, his fastball velocity was down. He topped out at 96.7 mph and averaged 94.8 mph with his 58 four-seamers.
Boston Red Sox make 4 roster moves, promote righty who’s ‘done it before’

2 weeks ago | masslive.com | Christopher Smith

BOSTON — The Red Sox made four roster moves Tuesday. They designated righty Robert Stock for assignment after he spent one day on the roster and recalled right-hander Josh Winckowski from Triple-A Worcester. Boston also officially placed catcher Connor Wong on the 10-day injured list with a left fifth finger fracture and recalled Blake Sabol to take his spot. Cora said Wong’s fracture is “a very small one” and it will be reevaluated on a weekly basis.
Boston Red Sox’ Jarren Duran discusses why he revealed suicide attempt

2 weeks ago | masslive.com | Christopher Smith

Editor’s Note: This story features a description of a suicide attempt. BOSTON — Red Sox star Jarren Duran said that he knew there were hotlines and resources available when he tried to commit suicide in 2022. He also knew he had plenty of family members and friends who loved him. But he didn’t want to be a burden on them. “It’s just that when you’re going through it, you just don’t really want to talk about it,” Duran said at Fenway Park on Tuesday. “It’s just like you vs.