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Red Sox front office recognized for building a competitive team

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 7:36 PM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Red Sox front office recognized for building a competitive team

Summary

The Boston Red Sox front office, led by Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow and former executive Chaim Bloom, is acknowledged for assembling a contender amid criticism. Key decisions included signing Rafael Devers to an 11-year, $313.5 million contract and trading him for pitchers and a prospect. The team has made strategic moves to strengthen their infield without breaking the bank, including obtaining new players like Caleb Durbin and Andruw Monasterio. As of now, the Red Sox continue to navigate the season with an evolving roster and are aiming for postseason contention.

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Key Details

•Craig Breslow and Chaim Bloom criticized but credited for team's competitiveness.
•Rafael Devers signed a lucrative contract before being traded to San Francisco.
•Caleb Durbin and Andruw Monasterio are contributing to the infield.
•Red Sox acquired Sonny Gray, leading the league in wins.
•Pitcher Kyle Harrison, traded earlier, made a strong early season impact.

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7:36 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Front Office Doesn’t Get Enough Credit For Building A Contender

What they're saying

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Craig Breslow and Chaim Bloom take a lot of heat, but both leaders of the Red Sox worked to build a team that can compete and make a post-season run.
— Yahoo Sports

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