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Red Sox Recalibrate Offseason After Toboni Exit, Zero In on Pitching and Power

Team leaders said the GM hire is on hold to refocus on roster priorities.

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 27:Assistant General Manager Paul Toboni of the Boston Red Sox, Director of Player Development Brian Abraham, and Alex Cora #13 of the Boston Red Sox look on during the Minor League Awards Pre-Game Ceremony before a game between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Boston Red Sox on September 27, 2024 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images)
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SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 28: Rafael Devers #16 of the San Francisco Giants at bat against the Colorado Rockies at Oracle Park on September 28, 2025 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)
Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber watches the ball after hitting a solo home run in the first inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Laurence Kesterson)

Overview

  • Assistant GM Paul Toboni left to run the Nationals’ baseball operations, and Craig Breslow called it a significant loss as Boston steps back from an immediate GM appointment with no timeline set.
  • Breslow highlighted a need for more pitching behind Garrett Crochet and more home-run production after the club led MLB in errors and struggled to convert with runners in scoring position.
  • Alex Bregman holds an opt-out in his three-year deal, with Breslow praising his impact and declining to discuss negotiations as reporters widely expect the third baseman to consider free agency.
  • Asked about first base, Breslow would not commit to Triston Casas for 2026, noting strong rehab progress from knee surgery but avoiding a timeline as the club evaluates options.
  • Breslow said catcher Carlos Narváez is scheduled for a meniscus cleanup procedure this week, with the team optimistic he will have a full offseason and be ready for spring training.