Since it’s Thanksgiving, we here at Talk Sox wanted to take a minute and consider some things that we should be thankful for as Boston Red Sox fans. There’s a ton of things that I could have on this list, especially considering the team is coming off their first trip back to the postseason since 2021, but I decided to cap this exercise at just five.
So, whether you’re reading this with a turkey hangover or while it’s still in the oven, let’s all gather round and share in some gratitude on this day of thanks.
#5: The Red Sox Foundation
Since the season of giving is here, let’s start with the Red Sox’s biggest philanthropic endeavor, the Red Sox Foundation. Through the Foundation, the organization has donated over $130 million to various causes through multiple partnerships since 2002. The Foundation works with, most notably, The Jimmy Fund, but they have partnered with a few other organizations such as the Home Base Program and The Dimock Center, as well as multiple educational focused movements like the Red Sox Scholars, the New England and Lee County Service Scholarships, Fenway Park Learning Lab, and the Nike RBI and Jr. Nike RBI Leagues. The Foundation has raised over $167 million for The Jimmy Fund, something that every fan of this team can be proud of.
#4: Craig Breslow’s Willingness to Make Deals
I know, not every deal has worked out in his favor, but Breslow’s willingness to actually make trades has put this team in a position to be successful for years to come. His blockbuster deal at last year’s Winter Meetings for Garrett Crochet (more on him shortly) was the first sign that the tide had finally turned in the front office and the team was once again focused on putting a winning product on the field. His communication style seems to be getting better and that should only help him with future negotiations, especially as this year’s Winter Meetings are fast approaching. He’s a far cry from the more fringe-type of deals that Chaim Bloom was making, and this team finally feels like it has his fingerprints on it. As long as that determination continues. Breslow’s time as the President of Baseball Operations will be looked back on fondly… especially if the Sonny Gray trade is a harbinger of what’s to come this winter.
#3: Fenway Park
A thing of beauty, the beacon of the Commonwealth. Fenway Park is the oldest MLB park and is a destination for baseball diehards, not just Sox fans. Fans flock to the stadium to see the Green Monster in person, take tours of the historic landmark, and bask in the greatness that is Boston. It has its quirks, and some of the most uncomfortable seats anywhere, but it’s ours. There’s something to be said about setting foot in a professional park where some of the greatest baseball players in history once stood. You can’t say that about really any other place except Wrigley Field in Chicago. A World Series with the Red Sox and the Cubs would be absolutely magical, and seeing the team hoist the Commissioner’s Trophy on the field at Fenway Park again would be a sight to behold.
#2: The Influx of Young Offensive Talent
The Red Sox have to be thankful that Roman Anthony, Marcelo Mayer, Ceddanne Rafaela, and Kristian Campbell have all made their major league debuts and are looking to grow from the 2025 season. Yes, two of them ended the season on the injured list and one was optioned to Triple-A Worcester, but we can all see that the future of the team lies in this young core. Anthony will be a mainstay in the lineup for years to come, Mayer and Campbell have shown flashes of potential, and Rafaela has a knack for clutch hitting that he pairs with exceptional outfield defense. As this core grows together, they’ll help establish the Red Sox as an offensive powerhouse to back up a starting rotation that can hopefully lead the team to another World Series title.
#1: Garrett Crochet’s Extension
We finally have our top-of-the-rotation ace in Crochet and fans should be celebrating for years to come. He proved in 2025 that he has the firepower to lead a rotation in Boston. He came in second in Cy Young voting this year and is primed to be a top candidate for the award, likely winning at least one, for the life of his contract. Crochet is the face of the pitching staff, and perhaps the face of the franchise. His extension will keep him in Boston throughout his peak years and, hopefully, make him a World Series champion along the way.
What else would you add to the list of things for Red Sox fans to be thankful for during this holiday season? Sound off in the comments below!