The New York Yankees are reportedly showing strong interest in two players also targeted by the Boston Red Sox, setting up a potential AL East bidding war.

The Boston Red Sox have been talked about plenty ahead of the trade deadline with nothing really to show for it yet. That isn’t surprising. The trade deadline is still over a week away and will pass on July 31st.

Boston remains a half-game up on the Tampa Bay Rays for the final Wild Card spot in the American League. But as the loses -- and strikeouts -- rack up out of the break, the luster from the team's 10-game win streak has almost completely faded.

Red Sox AL East Rival Makes Definite Trade Deadline Plans originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

The Boston Red Sox have been looking for some more catching depth and is signing a former member of the New York Yankees to help with this. Chris Cotillo of Mas

Red Sox bats were silenced by Cristopher Sánchez, who tossed a complete game allowing four hits while striking out 12.

The Boston Red Sox are interested in upgrading their starting pitching and are reportedly floating outfielder Jarren Duran to acquire starters like Seth Lugo of the Kansas City Royals.

The Boston Red Sox welcome the Los Angeles Dodgers to town for their first home series since the All-Star Break starting on Friday, July 25 and there are plenty of tickets available.