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Red Sox add relief prospect Theo Denlinger in trade with White Sox for Franklin German

German had been designated for assignment on Monday to open a 40-man roster spot for Richard Bleier.
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What kind of product will the Red Sox put on the field this season?

They certainly improved their bullpen this offseason, but there are glaring weaknesses to overcome elsewhere.
Dan Shaughnessy

Not much is expected of the Red Sox in 2023, but Truck Day rolls on nonetheless

It’s like the L Street Brownies swimming on New Year’s Day and U-Hauls clogging the Back Bay on Labor Day. It is part of the Boston experience.
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Matt Barnes didn’t expect to leave the Red Sox, but he’s ready for a fresh start in Miami

“I’m incredibly thankful for everything that they’ve given me and the opportunities that they’ve given me,” Barnes said. “We did a lot of really, really good things in that city.”

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Matt Barnes is gone, but the Red Sox salvage another reliever in a trade with the Marlins
Lefthander Richard Bleier is coming back in the deal, but Boston also had to designate pitching prospect Franklin German in the process.

AROUND THE HORN | STARTING ROTATION
Yes, the Red Sox have some depth in the rotation. But will they be able to rely on it?
There are seven candidates — Chris Sale, James Paxton, Nick Pivetta, Tanner Houck, Brayan Bello, Garrett Whitlock, and Corey Kluber — for five spots in the starting rotation.

Peter Abraham | Sunday baseball notes

With Matt Barnes being designated for assignment, Rafael Devers is one of the few champs remaining on Red Sox

Barnes leaves the Red Sox third in team history with 429 appearances and with a World Series ring.
Red Sox Notebook

Bianca Smith, the first Black woman hired as a coach by an MLB team, leaves Red Sox organization

Katie Krall, who was a development coach for Portland, also left. Both declined offers from the Red Sox and will pursue other opportunities.
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Would the Red Sox consider long-term deals for Brayan Bello and Triston Casas?

There obviously would be risk, but there also is danger in waiting, as the Red Sox learned with Mookie Betts and Xander Bogaerts.
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New Red Sox outfielder Adam Duvall looks well-suited to Fenway Park, both with his bat and his glove

An overall plus defender and a lefty that likes to pull the ball profiles well in Boston.
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Six things to know about new Red Sox infielder Adalberto Mondesí, a sharp defender with a famous father

The 27-year-old has spent his entire career in Kansas City after getting signed out of the Dominican Republic in 2011. He made his big-league debut in the 2015 World Series when he was 19.
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Newly acquired infielder Adalberto Mondesí gives Red Sox flexibility, speed, and top-notch defense

Mondesi is an elite defensive shortstop but a below-average hitter. He gives the Red Sox a run-prevention option while Trevor Story recovers from elbow surgery.
PETER ABRAHAM | ON BASEBALL

Newly elected Hall of Famer Scott Rolen benefits from a voting process that has changed

In his first year on the Hall of Fame ballot, Rolen received only 10.2 percent of the vote with 75 the target number. Five years and evolving evaluations later, he's in.
Red Sox

Red Sox designate reliever Matt Barnes for assignment, clearing spot for outfielder Adam Duvall

The 32-year-old Barnes, a former All-Star, struggled last season, posting a 4.31 ERA with eight saves.
MLB

Scott Rolen the lone former player voted into Hall of Fame by baseball writers for 2023

The former third baseman received 76.3 percent of votes from the BBWAA, narrowly surpassing the 75 percent required for election.
MLB

Terry Francona’s scooter stolen in Cleveland

Francona has used the scooter, which was parked outside his residence, for his short commute to Progressive Field in recent years.
Red Sox

With new rules in play, infielder David Hamilton quick to grab Red Sox’ attention

The 25-year-old infielder stole 70 bases in 78 attempts for Double A Portland last season, a Red Sox minor league record.
tara sullivan

At Winter Weekend, Red Sox management heard the boos — but will they listen?

The most devoted segment of the fan base made their displeasure known, which at least demonstrates that they still care.

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Grizzlies’ Dillon Brooks suspended one game, Cavaliers’ Donovan Mitchell fined for altercation

Brooks swung and struck Mitchell in the groin area after falling to the floor Thursday night. Mitchell retaliated by throwing the ball at Brooks and then shoving him.

GARY WASHBURN | ON BASKETBALL

The Celtics arrogantly overlooked the Suns and got humbled

Phoenix was excited about this chance to face the NBA’s best. The Celtics treated it as a summer league game.

magic 127, timberwolves 120

Magic hang on to beat Timberwolves in game marred by five ejections following brawl

The brawl broke out in front of the Orlando bench late in the third quarter, when Minnesota guard Austin Rivers and Magic center Mo Bamba got into an altercation.

HS WRESTLING

A vision grows into a reality at Phillips Andover girls’ wrestling tournament

On Sunday, in the ninth Girls’ Wrestling Invitational held at Phillips Andover, there were 103 competitors.

Friday's schools roundup

If it’s overtime, then Weymouth’s Jack Brady is burying the winning goal, as 10th-ranked Wellesley found out the hard way

With the tally in the 4-3 overtime Bay State Conference road win, the junior defenseman has netted the winning goal in each of the Wildcats’ (7-7-1) three overtime wins this season.

High schools

Boys’ basketball roundup: Trevor Mullins (30), AJ Dybansta (29) lead St. Sebastian’s past Rivers in battle of Independent School League unbeatens

Check out the latest high school boys' basketball scores, news, and highlights from The Boston Globe.

High schools

Girls’ basketball roundup: Kailey Sullivan get career-high 31 points for No. 8 Foxborough vs. Mansfield

Check out the latest high school girls' basketball scores, news, and highlights from The Boston Globe.

HS boys' basketball: Andover 54, Central Catholic 52

Rohit Srinivasan’s buzzer-beating trey lifts Andover boys’ basketball to win over Merrimack Valley Conference archrival Central Catholic

With the Golden Warriors (7-7) trailing by 1 point with 12 seconds left, Srinivasan found nothing but net on his winning 3-pointer in a 54-52 MVC triumph over the No. 8 Red Raiders (10-4).