Sam Kennedy, Craig Breslow and Chad Tracy provided updates on Curtis Mead's role for 2027, Jason Varitek's status in the organization, the coaching staff, Garrett Crochet's shoulder and more during Monday's end-of-season press conference. news sports entertainment obituaries subscribe

October 6, 2026 The MassLive Red Sox Newsletter Red Sox What role will Curtis Mead have on ‘27 Red Sox? Plus Jason Varitek, coaching update (notebook) Sam Kennedy, Craig Breslow and Chad Tracy provided updates on Curtis Mead's role for 2027, Jason Varitek's status in the organization, the coaching staff, Garrett Crochet's shoulder and more during Monday's end-of-season press conference. By Chris Cotillo | ccotillo@MassLive.com Read more Red Sox Red Sox’ recovery plan for Roman Anthony this winter: more rest, no ‘surgical intervention’ Roman Anthony's hand injury does not require surgery, with Red Sox officials indicating that complete rest this offseason is the best path to recovery. By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox’ wish list for offseason has a distinctly familiar ring to it For the second straight year, the Red Sox finished third in their division and were eliminated by the Yankees, with offensive inconsistency—particularly a lack of power—identified as the primary issue heading into the offseason. By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox president on ending of 2026: ‘Painful and deeply disappointing’ Red Sox president Sam Kennedy: “The way it ended Wednesday night in New York was painful and deeply disappointing to all of us." By Christopher Smith | csmith@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox slugger met for ‘over 2 hours’ with Craig Breslow, Chad Tracy following ‘computer’ comment Red Sox slugger Willson Contreras spoke candidly about the reliance on analytics after the Yankees eliminated Boston in the AL Wild Card round on Wednesday. By Christopher Smith | csmith@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox manager: ‘There wasn’t anything scripted out’ on questionable pitching decisions in playoffs Appearing at the first end-of-season press conference of his managerial tenure, Chad Tracy came ready to clear the air Monday when asked about some key in-game decisions that helped lead to the Red Sox’ quick postseason exit in the Bronx last week. By Chris Cotillo | ccotillo@MassLive.com MORE    See more     Get Back to What You've Missed   Unlimited Digital Access   $1 for the first month   Subscribe Now     Cancel anytime.