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Red Sox open 2026 MLB season on July 17 at home

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 11:10 AM

Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Red Sox open 2026 MLB season on July 17 at home

Summary

The Boston Red Sox begin their 2026 MLB season today at Fenway Park. This season was delayed after a scheduling conflict linked to geopolitical issues, and teams are playing a 123-game schedule. Spring Training saw the Red Sox struggle with injuries, raising concerns about their performance. They will kick off their home stand with ten games in front of their fans, marking the start of competitive play after a lengthy offseason.

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By the Numbers

•Red Sox start 2026 season on July 17 at home.
•Teams will play a 123-game preseason schedule.
•Injuries to Garrett Crochet and Roman Anthony raised concerns.
•Red Sox have a 10-game home stand to begin the season.

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