The Red Sox Are in Dire Straits — and No Help Is Coming
The Boston Red Sox have had a disastrous start to the 2026 MLB season, leading to the firing of manager Alex Cora and much of their staff amid poor performance and key injuries. With ace Garrett Crochet on injured reserve and top prospect Roman Anthony struggling, the team has seen growing frustration from fans, including calls to sell the franchise. The New York Yankees, led by standout pitcher Cam Schlittler, have emerged as the strongest team in the American League East through April.
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By Tyler ErzbergerShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The first full month of the 2026 MLB season is over, and it's time to go over the divisions to see who deserves accolades and which teams might have already blown their chance at glory in October.In what was supposed to be one of the most competitive divisions in baseball, the American League East, we've seen some favorites live up to the hype, while the reigning league champion Toronto Blue Jays have gotten slow out of the gate.Here's the best and worst from April in the AL East.More news: Boston Red Sox Fans Chant ‘Sell the Team’ After Disastrous Start to Season...More news: These Are the 3 Best Cities for…
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