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Boston Red Sox Postseason Roster: Full List of Players Revealed for 2026 Wild Card Series vs. Yankees
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Key Points:
- The Boston Red Sox secured a spot in the 2026 Wild Card series for the second consecutive year under manager Chad Tracy, facing their longtime rivals, the New York Yankees, again.
- Key pitchers on the Red Sox roster include ace Sonny Gray, Game 1 starter Payton Tolle, and closer Aroldis Chapman, with Garrett Crochet expected to return from injury to contribute from the bullpen.
- The lineup features power hitter Willson Contreras at first base, alongside infielders Caleb Durbin and Isiah Kiner-Falefa, and outfielders such as Wilyer Abreu and Roman Anthony, who had a strong finish to the regular season.
- Catcher Adley Rutschman will be backed up by Connor Wong due to Mickey Gasper's injury, while Nick Sogard and Nate Eaton provide additional depth as utility players.
- The Wild Card series against the Yankees is scheduled to begin on September 29 at Yankee Stadium, with potential games on September 30 and October 1 if necessary.
