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MLB News / Yardbarker / April 16
Unlikely hero lifts Red Sox to series win over Rays 

Unlikely hero lifts Red Sox to series win over Rays 

Just two days removed from an embarrassing 16-1 loss to open their series with the Tampa Bay Rays, the Boston Red Sox needed just one run to beat Tampa Bay and win the series. 

Rays overpower Red Sox for best team performance of season 
Rays infielder quietly off to impressive start to season
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The '2018 Boston Red Sox World Series roster' quiz
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 16
This Red Sox 3-Player Trade Idea Would Bring Coveted Cardinals All-Star To Boston

This Red Sox 3-Player Trade Idea Would Bring Coveted Cardinals All-Star To Boston

However they end up finding one, the Boston Red Sox need a new closer. Perhaps that closer is already on the roster. 2024 rookie Justin Slaten showed well in his debut season in the bullpen, while 36-year-old Liam Hendriks is looking to bounce back from Tommy John surgery to recapture his two-time Reliever of the Year form.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / December 1

2024 in Review: Justin Slaten emerged in Boston’s times of despair as a promising bullpen savior

After serving as the sacrificial lamb in an early-season loss to the Mariners, Justin Slaten bounced back to all but secure the spot as Boston’s shoo-in closer following Kenley Jansen’s departure from Boston.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Most recent MVP for each MLB franchise' quiz

The 'Most recent MVP for each MLB franchise' quiz

How many of the last players from every MLB franchise to win an MVP Award can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multiple 50 home run seasons' quiz
The 'New York Yankees team captains' quiz
The '2024 Major League Baseball All-Stars' quiz
Boston Red Sox News / Sporting News / September 20

Red Sox pitching coach gives high praise to Sox star reliever

For Andrew Bailey, Justin Slaten is that guy.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / September 19
Red Sox's Tyler O'Neill Hints At Which Team He Will Play For Next Season

Red Sox's Tyler O'Neill Hints At Which Team He Will Play For Next Season

If there's one thing the Boston Red Sox's front office did well in 2024, it was making trades before the season even started. The Red Sox acquired rookie reliever Justin Slaten from the New York Mets, and may have found their closer of the future.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / September 17
Red Sox's 'Most Indispensable' Player Was Stolen From Rangers, Mets

Red Sox's 'Most Indispensable' Player Was Stolen From Rangers, Mets

A lot of things have gone wrong for the Boston Red Sox in the second half of the season, but hopefully, the foundation has been laid for future success.

Boston Red Sox News / Sporting News / August 26

Red Sox make slew of roster moves to bring back star reliever from Injured List

Justin Slaten is back for the Red Sox.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / August 24
Key Red Sox Reliever's Return In Question After Shaky Rehab Outing

Key Red Sox Reliever's Return In Question After Shaky Rehab Outing

If there's one area where the Boston Red Sox need all the help they can get right now, it's the bullpen. Since the All-Star break, the Red Sox bullpen has been in a free-fall.

Boston Red Sox News / Over The Monster / April 18, 2024

The Anatomy of An Inning: Justin Slaten Has Been One of the Best Relievers in Baseball

The Anatomy of an Inning Shows you how the rule 5 Pick is locking down the middle innings. Welcome back to another edition of The Anatomy of An Inning.

Boston Red Sox News / Blogging the Red Sox / March 8, 2024
Red Sox’ Justin Slaten has impressed Craig Breslow this spring

Red Sox’ Justin Slaten has impressed Craig Breslow this spring

When recently asked by The Athletic’s Jim Bowden about who has stood out to him at spring training thus far, Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow offered a simple, yet informative response.

Boston Red Sox News / Just Baseball / January 29, 2024
Boston Red Sox Top 15 Prospects For 2024

Boston Red Sox Top 15 Prospects For 2024

Height/Weight: 6’3″, 200 | Bat/Throw: L/R | 2nd Round (79), 2022 (BOS) | ETA: 2025 A second round pick in the 2022 draft, Anthony has already made waves with his power to all fields and advanced approach.

New York Mets News / Over The Monster / December 19, 2023

Meet The New Guy: Justin Slaten

He needs to stay on the Major League roster for all of 2024, so we might as well meet the guy, right? Right? He’s Justin Slaten, and he was New York Mets-bound

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