Top spenders Red Sox owe $12M in luxury tax
The World Series champion Boston Red Sox owe $11.95 million in luxury tax for having baseball's top payroll.
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Bradley promotes 2019 London Series (1:26)
What each team should do next after the winter meetings
Every team left Las Vegas with unfinished business. We have some suggestions on where they should go from here.
Red Sox, OF Hernandez reach minor league deal
Free-agent outfielder Gorkys Hernandez and the Boston Red Sox have reached agreement on a minor league contract.
Red Sox to move MVP Betts down to 2 in lineup
The Red Sox say they will move MVP Mookie Betts out of the leadoff spot and down to No. 2 in the Boston lineup.
Boone, Cora, Hinch open up on close friendship (3:02)
Bradley, Sabathia traveling to London this week
Boston outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. and Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia are traveling to London this week, six months ahead of the two-game series between the teams in the British capital.
Red Sox not looking to cut top payroll in majors
The champion Boston Red Sox aren't looking to cut the biggest payroll in the big leagues.
David Schoenfield ESPN Senior Writer
Alex Cora said his plan is to switch Mookie Betts and Andrew Benintendi in the lineup in 2019, with Benintendi moving to the leadoff spot and Betts batting second. Makes sense. Betts hit .325 and slugged .714 with runners in scoring position, but finished with "just" 80 RBIs since the bottom of the Boston lineup wasn't getting on base. This arrangement should offer him more RBI opportunities.
How Mookie Betts dominated in 2018
One magical at-bat showed how Mookie Betts -- No. 14 on ESPN the Magazine's list of the most dominant athletes of the year -- morphed into an MVP.
Reds claim lefty Scott off waivers from Boston
The Cincinnati Reds have claimed left-hander Robby Scott off waivers from the Boston Red Sox.
Alden Gonzalez ESPN Staff Writer
Nathan Eovaldi, on hand in Vegas to talk about his $68 million contract with the Red Sox, said "there were a lot of teams that reached out that wanted me to be a closer. A lot of teams wanted me to come out of the bullpen and others wanted me to do part time to save my arm." Eovaldi wanted to remain a starter.
What happens in Vegas: A guide to baseball's winter meetings
Who's ready to bet big on Bryce Harper or Manny Machado? Which teams are looking to wheel and deal? We tell you what might go down in the desert.
Winter meetings moves for all 30 teams
With every team looking to make moves in Las Vegas, here's a forecast of big trades and signings for each.
Napoli announces retirement after 13-year career
Veteran Mike Napoli announced Saturday that he is retiring from baseball, ending a 13-year career highlighted by three trips to the World Series.
Buster's Buzz: Biggest contender holes after run of major trades
Some front offices have more work to do after deals while others are still plotting their first offseason strike. Here are eight areas that must be addressed by teams with playoff hopes.
Keeping playoff hero Eovaldi a risk Red Sox could afford to take
In a few months, Nathan Eovaldi went from under-the-radar acquisition to October legend. But is he worth the cash Boston is spending to bring him back?
Red Sox bring back Eovaldi for 4 years, $68M
Postseason hero Nathan Eovaldi is returning to the Boston Red Sox, signing a four-year, $68 million deal.
Kurkjian 'not surprised' by Eovaldi's big payday with Red Sox (1:00)
Buster's Buzz: How Kimbrel could hold up crowded reliever market
Bottlenecks at certain positions in free agency could mean a slow offseason for players looking for new teams.
Eovaldi gets biggest cheers in video premiere
The biggest cheers at the premiere of the Red Sox 2018 World Series video was free agent Nathan Eovaldi, who wasn't in attendance. Alex Cora said when Eovaldi threw 97 pitches in relief in Boston's Game 3 loss, he thought, "That was the moment."
Red Sox accept invitation to visit White House
The Red Sox have accepted an invitation to the White House. Manager Alex Cora says he'll be there despite voicing frustration over President Trump's comments on Puerto Rico. He says he respects the president and will use the visit for good.
Reliever Thornburg agrees to $1.75M, 1-year deal
The Boston Red Sox agreed to terms with right-handed reliever Tyler Thornburg on a one-year deal worth $1.75 million on Friday.
Buster Olney and Steve Buckley discuss the biggest offseason stories for the Boston Red Sox
Buster Olney talks to Steve Buckley from The Athletic about the biggest offseason stories surrounding the Red Sox.
Tix for Yanks-Red Sox in London cost $38-$493
Premium seats at London's Olympic Stadium will cost $493 for the games between the New York Yankees and World Series champion Boston Red Sox on June 29 and 30.
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2018 AL East Standings
2018 Team Leaders
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Earned Run Average
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Team Stats
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Earned Run Average3.758th
Quality Starts85Tied-10th
WHIP1.259th
BAA.2378th
Runs8761st
Batting Average.2681st
On Base Percentage.3391st
Slugging Percentage.4531st