Outtakes: Roman Anthony looks ready to shoulder a considerable burden. The legend of the Vrabel fight is only going to grow and a hockey mascot had to flee a hungry grizzly bear. news sports entertainment obituaries subscribe

August 8, 2025 The MassLive Red Sox Newsletter Red Sox Roman Anthony’s deal makes him the new face of the Red Sox Outtakes: Roman Anthony looks ready to shoulder a considerable burden. The legend of the Vrabel fight is only going to grow and a hockey mascot had to flee a hungry grizzly bear. By Matt Vautour | mvautour@masslive.com Read more Subscriber Exclusive   MLB Notebook: Opponents are convinced Red Sox are stealing signs. Their response? ‘Good!’ A few opponents have complained this season that the Red Sox are stealing signs, though not illegally. The Red Sox couldn't be happier. By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox How ‘inquisitive’ Roman Anthony cemented status as Red Sox cornerstone during January trip to Dallas Roman Anthony's winter detour to the Dallas area for "Story Camp" gave Red Sox veterans an early look at how the top prospect would soon emerge as a franchise cornerstone. By Chris Cotillo | ccotillo@MassLive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox lose hard-throwing reliever on waivers after struggles, DFA The Red Sox designated scuffling reliever Jorge Alcala for assignment Tuesday. Two days later, he’s on his way to a new organization. By Chris Cotillo | ccotillo@MassLive.com MORE    Red Sox Dominant ex-Red Sox starting pitcher facing Boston in San Diego on Friday The Red Sox will face their former teammate Nick Pivetta on Friday. He's been dominant on the mound for San Diego. By Christopher Smith | csmith@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Jen Pawol makes MLB history as first female umpire in regular-season game Jen Pawol will become the first woman to umpire a regular-season MLB game after being assigned to the Braves-Marlins series this weekend. By Meadow Barrow | MBarrow@masslive.com MORE    See more         Unlimited Digital Access to MassLive․com & The Republican online newspaper. $1 for the first month   Subscribe Now