Tim Healey
@timbhealey.bsky.social
Red Sox beat reporter for The Boston Globe
Continuing our “Around the Horn” series on the Red Sox’ roster, taking a crack at the hardest-to-predict unit of any team: the bullpen. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/29/s...
Evaluating the Red Sox bullpen: Aroldis Chapman and Garrett Whitlock are a dominant late-inning pair - The Boston Globe
Outside of Aroldis Chapman and Garrett Whitlock, the Red Sox have plenty of questions about how their bullpen will look in 2026.
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December 29, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Continuing our “Around the Horn” series on the Red Sox’ roster, taking a crack at the hardest-to-predict unit of any team: the bullpen. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/29/s...
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Under Craig Breslow, the Red Sox have made 44 trades involving major leaguers - 2nd most in MLB to the Rays (49) in that time, and one more than Chaim Bloom made in a tenure almost 2x as long. Why have trades become the central part of Sox roster-building? www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/27/s...
Just call him Trader Craig, as Breslow has become an eager dealmaker as head of Red Sox baseball ops - The Boston Globe
Since he was hired by the Red Sox in October 2023, Breslow has completed 44 trades involving players on the 40-man roster.
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December 27, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Under Craig Breslow, the Red Sox have made 44 trades involving major leaguers - 2nd most in MLB to the Rays (49) in that time, and one more than Chaim Bloom made in a tenure almost 2x as long. Why have trades become the central part of Sox roster-building? www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/27/s...
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Also in the Sunday Notes (for which I’m pinch-hitting for @peteabeglobe.bsky.social this week): Hope in Chicago?; rethinking the Contreras home-field advantage; Red Sox IF targets, and more: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/27/s...
Just call him Trader Craig, as Breslow has become an eager dealmaker as head of Red Sox baseball ops - The Boston Globe
Since he was hired by the Red Sox in October 2023, Breslow has completed 44 trades involving players on the 40-man roster.
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December 27, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Also in the Sunday Notes (for which I’m pinch-hitting for @peteabeglobe.bsky.social this week): Hope in Chicago?; rethinking the Contreras home-field advantage; Red Sox IF targets, and more: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/27/s...
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On vacation this week and @alexspeier.bsky.social handled the Sunday baseball notes. He spoke to Craig Breslow about why the Red Sox have made so many trades this offseason and during his tenure as chief baseball officer:
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Just call him Trader Craig, as Breslow has become an eager dealmaker as head of Red Sox baseball ops - The Boston Globe
Since he was hired by the Red Sox in October 2023, Breslow has completed 44 trades involving players on the 40-man roster.
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December 27, 2025 at 7:22 PM
On vacation this week and @alexspeier.bsky.social handled the Sunday baseball notes. He spoke to Craig Breslow about why the Red Sox have made so many trades this offseason and during his tenure as chief baseball officer:
www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/27/s...
www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/27/s...
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Kristian Campbell wrapped up his winter ball stint in Puerto Rico last night. A look at the adjustments he worked on while playing for Caguas, aided by a constant rotation of Sox coaches. “As an organization, we’re making sure we take care of him.” www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/24/s...
Kristian Campbell’s winter ball stint is over, with Red Sox committed to his growth ahead of second year - The Boston Globe
The Red Sox coaching staff worked hard to fix a hole in Campbell's swing, as he hopes to make an impact at the MLB level next season.
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December 24, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Kristian Campbell wrapped up his winter ball stint in Puerto Rico last night. A look at the adjustments he worked on while playing for Caguas, aided by a constant rotation of Sox coaches. “As an organization, we’re making sure we take care of him.” www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/24/s...
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With Willson Contreras brought aboard to play first base, where does that leave Triston Casas? www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/23/s...
With Willson Contreras traded to the Red Sox, what comes next for Triston Casas? - The Boston Globe
The first baseman has spent the offseason rehabbing in Fort Myers after rupturing the patella tendon in his left knee in early May.
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December 23, 2025 at 7:44 PM
With Willson Contreras brought aboard to play first base, where does that leave Triston Casas? www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/23/s...
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Willson Contreras is among the most consistent righthanded hitters in MLB, joining Judge and Alonso as the only RHH w/3 straight years of 120+ OPSes. His addition is a solid start for the Red Sox - but one more bat is needed this offseason. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/22/s...
With Willson Contreras in the fold, Red Sox still looking for one more bat - The Boston Globe
Sunday night's trade for the first baseman was an important first step in reshaping their lineup. But there’s more to do.
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December 23, 2025 at 12:39 PM
Willson Contreras is among the most consistent righthanded hitters in MLB, joining Judge and Alonso as the only RHH w/3 straight years of 120+ OPSes. His addition is a solid start for the Red Sox - but one more bat is needed this offseason. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/22/s...
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Breslow says the Sox seem Willson Contreras helping at a position of need -- first base. He didn't completely shut the door on him catching, but made clear that Contreras is seen primarily as a 1B with some DH responsibilities. He notes Contreras increased his pull rate in 2025- promising for Fenway
December 23, 2025 at 1:04 AM
Breslow says the Sox seem Willson Contreras helping at a position of need -- first base. He didn't completely shut the door on him catching, but made clear that Contreras is seen primarily as a 1B with some DH responsibilities. He notes Contreras increased his pull rate in 2025- promising for Fenway
This sounds spot-on. The Red Sox weren’t bringing Rob Refsnyder back because the at-bats weren’t going to be there in a very fully outfield or at DH. So if Nate Eaton indeed is his “replacement,” a traditional utility or super-utility gig makes more sense.
Eaton was better against lefties last season than he has been historically, but he overperformed his expected, and it was only 125 PA with nearly all damage done in AAA. We’ll see how the OF shakes out, but this is probably a more normal bench role than Ref.
December 22, 2025 at 11:49 PM
This sounds spot-on. The Red Sox weren’t bringing Rob Refsnyder back because the at-bats weren’t going to be there in a very fully outfield or at DH. So if Nate Eaton indeed is his “replacement,” a traditional utility or super-utility gig makes more sense.
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Here's the story on the Red Sox' acquisition of 1B Willson Contreras - which offers the potential for a significant upgrade at a position (1B) where the team was among the worst in baseball in 2025, while keeping the door open to further lineup upgrade(s): www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/21/s...
Red Sox trade for Cardinals first baseman Willson Contreras - The Boston Globe
Contreras moved from catcher to first base in 2025.
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December 22, 2025 at 2:08 AM
Here's the story on the Red Sox' acquisition of 1B Willson Contreras - which offers the potential for a significant upgrade at a position (1B) where the team was among the worst in baseball in 2025, while keeping the door open to further lineup upgrade(s): www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/21/s...
Here is @alexspeier.bsky.social with a deeper dive into the Red Sox’ interesting Jake Bennett/Luis Perales trade last night: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/16/s...
The Red Sox weighed their options in trading pitching prospect Luis Perales to the Nationals for Jake Bennett - The Boston Globe
In many ways, the deal reflected contrasting positions of two organizations.
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December 17, 2025 at 12:52 AM
Here is @alexspeier.bsky.social with a deeper dive into the Red Sox’ interesting Jake Bennett/Luis Perales trade last night: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/16/s...
Short story on the Red Sox’ offseason pitching department hires (including a fun New England sports connection I didn’t previously know about!): www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/16/s...
Red Sox stay internal with promotion of Ben Buck to director of pitching - The Boston Globe
Buck spent the 2025 season as a pitching coordinator, working with/under Justin Willard, who had been the director of pitching.
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December 16, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Short story on the Red Sox’ offseason pitching department hires (including a fun New England sports connection I didn’t previously know about!): www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/16/s...
The Red Sox see Jake Bennett, acquired tonight from the Nationals for Luis Perales, as a likely starting pitcher long term: big frame, good extension, minimal walks.
More: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/15/s...
More: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/15/s...
Red Sox acquire LHP Jake Bennett from Nationals for RHP Luis Perales in a prospect swap - The Boston Globe
The 25-year-old lefthander joins the Sox’ stable of upper-minors arms and fits what chief baseball officer Craig Breslow has sought in pitchers.
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December 16, 2025 at 1:12 AM
The Red Sox see Jake Bennett, acquired tonight from the Nationals for Luis Perales, as a likely starting pitcher long term: big frame, good extension, minimal walks.
More: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/15/s...
More: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/15/s...
Craig Breslow has told teams he is comfortable holding all four Red Sox outfielders, according to executives from multiple clubs that have been in the market for outfielders and have talked trade possibilities with the Red Sox.
Lots more notes: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/15/s...
Lots more notes: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/15/s...
Maybe Craig Breslow actually won’t trade an outfielder (and other Red Sox thoughts) - The Boston Globe
Alex Cora said he had the "best outfield unit in the big leagues" last week.
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December 15, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Craig Breslow has told teams he is comfortable holding all four Red Sox outfielders, according to executives from multiple clubs that have been in the market for outfielders and have talked trade possibilities with the Red Sox.
Lots more notes: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/15/s...
Lots more notes: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/15/s...
Vaughn Grissom after being traded by Red Sox: ‘It’s easy to lose yourself in this game’
Notes from the winter meetings: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/10/s...
Notes from the winter meetings: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/10/s...
Vaughn Grissom happy for fresh start with Angels - The Boston Globe
After two seasons and 114 major league games — none this past season — the Sox shipped Grissom west for minor league outfielder Isaiah Jackson.
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December 11, 2025 at 1:25 AM
Vaughn Grissom after being traded by Red Sox: ‘It’s easy to lose yourself in this game’
Notes from the winter meetings: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/10/s...
Notes from the winter meetings: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/10/s...
Red Sox were wary of Pete Alonso in part because of his age, sources say.
What does that mean for Alex Bregman?
Story: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/10/s...
What does that mean for Alex Bregman?
Story: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/10/s...
Red Sox were wary of Pete Alonso because of his age, sources say. What does that mean for Alex Bregman? - The Boston Globe
The deal is for five year and $155 million, league sources said, the falling of another major domino as MLB’s Winter Meetings neared a close.
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December 11, 2025 at 12:02 AM
Red Sox were wary of Pete Alonso in part because of his age, sources say.
What does that mean for Alex Bregman?
Story: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/10/s...
What does that mean for Alex Bregman?
Story: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/10/s...
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On Baseball from the Winter Meetings: Red Sox contemplating a big double play — Bregman and Alonso:
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Crucial decision looms for Red Sox on Alex Bregman and Pete Alonso - The Boston Globe
The Sox are focused on bringing back free agent third baseman Alex Bregman, but they have the opportunity to also sign Mets slugger Pete Alonso to join him.
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December 10, 2025 at 2:34 AM
On Baseball from the Winter Meetings: Red Sox contemplating a big double play — Bregman and Alonso:
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Source: The Red Sox have discussed with teams trades for at least four different All-Stars — Ketel Marte, Corey Seager, Isaac Paredes, Brendan Donovan.
Jumbo-sized winter meetings notebook with @alexspeier.bsky.social: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/09/s...
Jumbo-sized winter meetings notebook with @alexspeier.bsky.social: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/09/s...
Red Sox exploring trades with four All-Stars topping the list - The Boston Globe
The Red Sox’ wide search for major offensive upgrades at the Winter Meetings has sent them to the trade market.
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December 10, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Source: The Red Sox have discussed with teams trades for at least four different All-Stars — Ketel Marte, Corey Seager, Isaac Paredes, Brendan Donovan.
Jumbo-sized winter meetings notebook with @alexspeier.bsky.social: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/09/s...
Jumbo-sized winter meetings notebook with @alexspeier.bsky.social: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/09/s...
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Winter Meetings coverage at BostonGlobe.com:
* @alexspeier.bsky.social writes that the Sox have the trade chips to be ambitious.
* @timbhealey.bsky.social has a Sox Notebook loaded with info.
* What Kristian Campbell is hoping to accomplish in winter ball.
www.bostonglobe.com/sports/baseb...
* @alexspeier.bsky.social writes that the Sox have the trade chips to be ambitious.
* @timbhealey.bsky.social has a Sox Notebook loaded with info.
* What Kristian Campbell is hoping to accomplish in winter ball.
www.bostonglobe.com/sports/baseb...
December 9, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Winter Meetings coverage at BostonGlobe.com:
* @alexspeier.bsky.social writes that the Sox have the trade chips to be ambitious.
* @timbhealey.bsky.social has a Sox Notebook loaded with info.
* What Kristian Campbell is hoping to accomplish in winter ball.
www.bostonglobe.com/sports/baseb...
* @alexspeier.bsky.social writes that the Sox have the trade chips to be ambitious.
* @timbhealey.bsky.social has a Sox Notebook loaded with info.
* What Kristian Campbell is hoping to accomplish in winter ball.
www.bostonglobe.com/sports/baseb...
“Home runs are a foolproof way to put runs on the board.”
Amid the Red Sox’ search for a high-end hitter, one of them is coming for a visit Tuesday.
Lots of winter meetings notes: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/08/s...
Amid the Red Sox’ search for a high-end hitter, one of them is coming for a visit Tuesday.
Lots of winter meetings notes: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/08/s...
Pete Alonso to visit winter meetings amid Red Sox’ search for a slugger - The Boston Globe
As the market for hitters percolates, the Red Sox remain much where they were at the start of the offseason: in great need of at least one bat.
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December 9, 2025 at 6:41 AM
“Home runs are a foolproof way to put runs on the board.”
Amid the Red Sox’ search for a high-end hitter, one of them is coming for a visit Tuesday.
Lots of winter meetings notes: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/08/s...
Amid the Red Sox’ search for a high-end hitter, one of them is coming for a visit Tuesday.
Lots of winter meetings notes: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/08/s...
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One update to this: Campbell is expected to start playing the outfield in Puerto Rico as soon as this week.
Kristian Campbell is playing winter ball in Puerto Rico - a sign that he’s healthy and strong after a difficult season in which he struggled to maintain weight and strength, and that he and the team think his swing is in a good place. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/08/s...
Why the Red Sox wanted Kristian Campbell to play in Puerto Rico - The Boston Globe
The 23-year-old joined the Caguas Criollos in the Puerto Rican Winter League over the weekend.
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December 8, 2025 at 4:07 PM
One update to this: Campbell is expected to start playing the outfield in Puerto Rico as soon as this week.
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Hello from the Winter Meetings. Here with @alexspeier.bsky.social and @timbhealey.bsky.social and the Globe will have extensive coverage all week.
All here:
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All here:
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December 8, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Hello from the Winter Meetings. Here with @alexspeier.bsky.social and @timbhealey.bsky.social and the Globe will have extensive coverage all week.
All here:
www.bostonglobe.com/sports/baseb...
All here:
www.bostonglobe.com/sports/baseb...
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Sunday Baseball Notes now posted. This week: Setting up the Winter Meetings plus Red Sox updates and observations and much more:
www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/06/s...
www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/06/s...
Baseball warms up for Winter Meetings, where a Hall of Fame vote will lead off before teams look to swing deals - The Boston Globe
There will be plenty of signings and trades discussed this week in Orlando, and a Hall of Fame’s Contemporary Era committee votes on an eight-player ballot Sunday.
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December 6, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Sunday Baseball Notes now posted. This week: Setting up the Winter Meetings plus Red Sox updates and observations and much more:
www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/06/s...
www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/06/s...
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Johan Oviedo has barely pitched the past two years, but when he finally got back on the mound late last season, the Red Sox liked what they saw.
They plan to stretch him out as a starter, source said. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/04/s...
They plan to stretch him out as a starter, source said. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/04/s...
Red Sox acquire starter Johan Oviedo, trade away Jhostynxon Garcia in five-player deal with Pirates - The Boston Globe
Oviedo, a 27-year-old righthander, had a 3.57 ERA in nine starts last season for the Pirates.
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December 5, 2025 at 3:10 AM
Johan Oviedo has barely pitched the past two years, but when he finally got back on the mound late last season, the Red Sox liked what they saw.
They plan to stretch him out as a starter, source said. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/04/s...
They plan to stretch him out as a starter, source said. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/04/s...
Johan Oviedo has barely pitched the past two years, but when he finally got back on the mound late last season, the Red Sox liked what they saw.
They plan to stretch him out as a starter, source said. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/04/s...
They plan to stretch him out as a starter, source said. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/04/s...
Red Sox acquire starter Johan Oviedo, trade away Jhostynxon Garcia in five-player deal with Pirates - The Boston Globe
Oviedo, a 27-year-old righthander, had a 3.57 ERA in nine starts last season for the Pirates.
www.bostonglobe.com
December 5, 2025 at 3:10 AM
Johan Oviedo has barely pitched the past two years, but when he finally got back on the mound late last season, the Red Sox liked what they saw.
They plan to stretch him out as a starter, source said. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/04/s...
They plan to stretch him out as a starter, source said. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/04/s...