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June 30, 2026 The MassLive Red Sox Newsletter Red Sox Red Sox’ Willson Contreras is grieving for his home country — and can’t hide his emotions| Sean McAdam Baseball can only distract so much for a Red Sox slugger who's dealing with tragedy in his native country. By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com Read more Red Sox What Red Sox’ Willson Contreras, umpire said about ejection for helmet tap Red Sox' Willson Contreras didn't think first base umpire Nic Lentz needed to eject him Monday. Lentz, meanwhile, stuck by his decision after the game. By Christopher Smith | csmith@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox reactions: Willson Contreras belts go-ahead homer before ejection in win over Nats Instant reactions from the Red Sox’ 6-3 win over the Washington Nationals on Monday at Fenway Park: By Christopher Smith | csmith@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox’ Willson Contreras ejected after tapping helmet following strikeout Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras was ejected by first base umpire Nic Lentz during the second inning Monday. By Christopher Smith | csmith@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox injuries: Lefty reliever nearing return; Aroldis Chapman ‘feels good’ with hamstring Red Sox lefty reliever Jovani Morán will make his third appearance on his rehab assignment Wednesday. By Christopher Smith | csmith@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Secret to Red Sox’ recent hot streak? It’s the starting pitching Red Sox starters are in the middle of a great run, It's no surprise that coincides with the team's most successful stretch this season. By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com MORE    See more     Unlimited Digital Access to MassLive․com   $1 for 3 months   Subscribe Now   Cancel anytime.