Mac Cerullo

Mac Cerullo covers the Boston Red Sox for the Herald. He joined the paper in 2023 after previously spending two seasons covering the team for The Eagle-Tribune. Prior to that he spent four seasons covering the New England Patriots (2017-20) while simultaneously serving as Sports Editor of The Daily News of Newburyport.

Red Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito (54) walks with catcher Tyler Heineman during spring training in Fort Myers, Fla., on Feb. 15, 2025. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Lucas Giolito to start season on IL for Boston Red Sox with low-grade hamstring strain

March 13, 2025 at 12:29 p.m.

Boston Red Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito will start the season on the injured list with a low-grade hamstring strain, the club announced on Thursday.

Red Sox's Garrett Crochetdelivers a pitch in the first inning against the Phillies during a Grapefruit League spring training game at BayCare Ballpark on Feb. 28, 2025 in Clearwater, Fla. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)

Garrett Crochet strikes out seven in dominant performance for Boston Red Sox

March 6, 2025 at 7:40 a.m.

It may only be spring training, but if Wednesday’s performance was any indication, Boston Red Sox fans are going to enjoy watching Garrett Crochet pitch this season.

Former Red Sox executive Larry Lucchino dies at 78

April 4, 2024 at 1:53 p.m.

Larry Lucchino, the former Red Sox executive who helped lead the club to one of its most successful stretches in team history, died Tuesday morning. He was 78.

Curt Schilling is introduced before the MLB game against the Atlanta Braves at Fenway Park on Wednesday, May 28, 2014, where the 2004 World Series team was honored. (Staff photo by Matt Stone)

Report: Curt Schilling declines Red Sox invite to opening day festivities

March 20, 2024 at 3:28 p.m.

Former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling reportedly will not take part in the home opener festivities celebrating the 2004 World Series champions and honoring the late Tim Wakefield.

Red Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito (54) walks with catcher Tyler Heineman during spring training in Fort Myers, Fla., on Thursday, Feb. 15. Giolito missed the 2024 season with an injury. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

What does Lucas Giolito’s injury mean for the Boston Red Sox?

March 6, 2024 at 1:15 p.m.

The Red Sox were dealt a crushing setback this week as Lucas Giolito will reportedly miss significant time with an elbow injury. Now the club faces serious ramifications in both...

Red Sox starting pitcher Lucas Giolito works out during spring training in Fort Myers, Fla., on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Lucas Giolito may need elbow surgery after signing with the Boston Red Sox for $38.5M over 2 years

March 5, 2024 at 5:37 p.m.

The Red Sox were already short on starting rotation depth, and now one of the club's top arms could be out for the season due to injury.

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Jon Lester invited to offer advice and inspiration at Red Sox camp

March 1, 2024 at 9:57 a.m.

Jon Lester was back at Red Sox camp for the first time since being being traded nearly a decade ago, and he was joined by a Boston Pops legend who...

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Tanner Houck throws during the 1st inning of the game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Fenway Park in Boston,MA. Staff Photo by Nancy Lane/Boston Herald (Sunday,August 27, 2023).

Red Sox roster projection: Without additional reinforcements, Sox face difficult road

February 13, 2024 at 10:10 a.m.

Barring late reinforcements, the Red Sox face a daunting task competing in the AL East. Do they have enough? We break down the projected 26-man roster and examine what spots...

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