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Boston Red Sox release minor league shortstop Ilan Fernandez

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 9:36 PM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Boston Red Sox release minor league shortstop Ilan Fernandez

Summary

The Boston Red Sox released shortstop Ilan Fernandez during their series against the Oakland Athletics. The Red Sox are currently tied 1-1 in the series, with the final game taking place on Sunday. Fernandez, who joined the organization in 2024, appeared in 68 Single-A games this season, recording a.235 batting average with 47 hits, four home runs, and 35 RBIs. Brendan Campbell noted the surprise surrounding Fernandez's release given his solid performance this season. The team now faces questions about potential interest from other organizations in picking up Fernandez before the season ends.

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By the Numbers

•Red Sox finished series against Athletics, currently tied 1-1.
•Fernandez released during the series at Fenway Park.
•He batted.235 with four home runs in Single-A this season.
•Opinions vary on the decision to release him.
•Red Sox face potential roster changes before season's end.

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9:36 PMYahoo Sports — Boston Red Sox Quietly Released 19-Year-Old Shortstop During Athletics Series

What they're saying

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On Sunday, the Boston Red Sox are finishing their series with the Athletics at Fenway Park.The two teams are tied up at 1-1, so whoever wins on Sunday will take the series.Most recently, the Red Sox lost by a score of 7-3 on Saturday.Boston Red Sox Quietly Released 19-Year-Old ShortstopDuring their series with the Athletics, […] The post Boston Red Sox Quietly Released 19-Year-Old Shortstop During Athletics Series appeared first on HEAVY.
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