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Also selected from Boston's minor-league system were pitchers Andrew Politi by the Baltimore Orioles and Noah Song by the Philadelphia Phillies.

On December 7, minor-league pitcher Thad Ward-a fifth-round selection by Boston during the 2018 MLB draft-was selected by the Washington Nationals with the first pick of the 2022 Rule 5 draft.

On December 2, the team sent catcher Ronaldo Hernández outright to Worcester, removing him from the 40-man roster.

On November 30, the team announced a 10-year agreement with MassMutual the agreement includes the team wearing MassMutual uniform patches, and MassMutual signage at Fenway Park.

On November 29, the team promoted Ramón Vázquez to bench coach.

On November 23, the team acquired infielder Hoy Park from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for minor-league left-handed pitcher Inmer Lobo.

On November 23, the team signed free-agent left-handed pitcher Joely Rodríguez to a one-year contract with a club option for 2024.

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On November 18, the team non-tendered Yu Chang and Franchy Cordero, making both players free agents.On November 16, bench coach Will Venable left the team to join the Texas Rangers as associate manager.

Reed was later claimed off waivers by the Los Angeles Dodgers. On November 15, the team designated two players for assignment- Caleb Hamilton and Jake Reed-and added five players to the 40-man roster: Wilyer Abreu, David Hamilton, Ceddanne Rafaela, Chris Murphy, and Brandon Walter.On November 10, the team selected the contract of infielder Enmanuel Valdez from the Worcester Red Sox.On November 10, the Red Sox announced that both the team and outfielder Tommy Pham declined a mutual option, making him a free agent.On November 9, the team traded pitcher Easton McGee to the Seattle Mariners for cash.On November 8, the team announced that pitcher James Paxton exercised his $4 million option to remain a member of the Red Sox for the 2023 season.On November 7, Xander Bogaerts elected free agency.Martinez, Matt Strahm, and Michael Wacha. On November 6, the following players elected free agency: Nathan Eovaldi, Rich Hill, J.On October 31, pitcher Tyler Danish elected minor-league free agency, after being placed on waivers and removed from the 40-man roster by the team.Bazardo later elected to become a free agent. On October 13, the team claimed pitcher Jake Reed off waivers from the Baltimore Orioles in a corresponding move, pitcher Eduard Bazardo was designated for assignment.Almonte subsequently elected to become a free agent.

On October 11, the team claimed catcher Caleb Hamilton off waivers from the Minnesota Twins in a corresponding move, outfielder Abraham Almonte was designated for assignment.When a position player can pitch has been slightly adjusted, based on the size of a team's lead and the inning.As was first done during the shortened 2020 season, all extra innings during the regular season will start with a runner on second base.All three bases are increased from 15 inches (38 cm) square to 18 inches (46 cm) square.Use of the infield shift is now restricted.Pitchers are now limited to two 'disengagements' (such as making a pickoff throw) during each batter's plate appearance.MLB adopted several rule changes during the offseason. The team entered the offseason with the status of several players, most notably Xander Bogaerts, unclear due to expiring contracts or opt-out clauses. Total attendance (at the team's 81 home games) was 2,672,130.

The team's season ended on October 1, finishing with a record of 78–84, in last place of the American League East. On September 20, the team was eliminated from playoff contention for the second straight season. On September 14, Chief Baseball Officer Chaim Bloom, who joined the team following the 2019 season, was fired, and Brian O'Halloran was removed as general manager, although not fired. The Red Sox began their regular season on March 30, in a home game against the Baltimore Orioles. The team was led by Alex Cora, in the third season of his second stint as the team's manager. The 2023 Boston Red Sox season was the 123rd season in Boston Red Sox franchise history, and their 112th season at Fenway Park. WEEI-FM / Boston Red Sox Radio Network: Joe Castiglione, Will Flemming, Sean McDonough, Lou Merloni (rotation) NESN: Dave O’Brien or Mike Monaco (play-by-play) with Lou Merloni, Will Middlebrooks, Kevin Millar, Tim Wakefield, Kevin Youkilis (analyst rotation)

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