Boston Red Sox off-season begins with questions about designated hitter
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 2:52 AM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
The Boston Red Sox's off-season has commenced following a sweep against the Yankees in the Wild Card Series. The team struggled offensively, scoring only two runs combined in the two games. With a total of 689 runs and 163 home runs during the season, they ranked 23rd and 26th in the majors, respectively. The front office is now faced with the challenge of redefining their designated hitter role and making roster adjustments to enhance offensive performance. The Red Sox will need to decide how to incorporate a dedicated hitter while considering the impact on current players before pursuing new additions.
- •Red Sox scored only 2 runs in Wild Card Series against Yankees.
- •Team ranked 23rd in runs and 26th in home runs for the season.
- •Off-season focus includes redefining the designated hitter role.
- •Craig Breslow faces tough roster decisions for offensive improvement.
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"The off-season has started for the Boston Red Sox.
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