Jackson Roberts

Jackson Roberts

Joined: Aug 12, 2024

Jackson Roberts is a former Division III All-Region DH who now writes and talks about sports for a living. A Bay Area native and a graduate of Swarthmore College and the Newhouse School at Syracuse University, Jackson makes his home in North Jersey. He grew up rooting for the Red Sox, Patriots, and Warriors, and he recently added the Devils to his sports fandom mosaic. For all business/marketing inquiries regarding Boston Red Sox On SI, please reach out to Scott Neville: scott@wtfsports.org

Nov 9, 2025; Mesa, AZ, USA; Washington Nationals pitcher Jake Bennett (24) during the Arizona Fall League Fall Stars Game at Sloan Park. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Arizona Diamondbacks Ketel Marte (4) steps to the plate against the Texas Rangers in the eighth inning at Chase Field on Sept. 3, 2025.

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Jul 25, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; A detailed view of a Hall of Fame patch on a Philadelphia Phillies hat resting in the dugout during the second inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Apr 22, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran (16) slides into third base for a triple against the Seattle Mariners in the first inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

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Aug 12, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager (5) hits a two run home run against the Boston Red Sox in the seventh inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

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At least the Boston Red Sox won't be alone in fruitlessly trying to acquire Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager.

Jul 29, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Boston Red Sox left fielder Jarren Duran (16) reacts after hitting a solo home run during the fifth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Johnson-Imagn Images

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The Boston Red Sox and Kansas City Royals are far from done discussing possible Jarren Duran deals.

Aug 19, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres starting pitcher Michael King (34) pitches during the first inning against the Minnesota Twins at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

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Are the Boston Red Sox going to end up with an extra starting pitcher after all the talk about needing offense?

Aug 9, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres starting pitcher Michael King (34) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Boston Red Sox at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images

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The Boston Red Sox are locked in an American League East battle

Apr 4, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story (10) celebrates with Boston Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman (2) after defeating the St. Louis Cardinals at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images

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The Boston Red Sox recently got a five-year, $135 million contract projection for an incumbent All-Star.

Aug 25, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suarez (28) warms up before a game against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

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Whatever the Boston Red Sox are looking for, it appears Eugenio Suárez is not high on the radar.

May 2, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Seattle Mariners designated hitter Jorge Polanco (7) motions to the dugout after he hits a single against the Texas Rangers during the first inning at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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The Boston Red Sox didn't offer Jorge Polanco, which likely increases the chances of Alex Bregman returning.

Feb 18, 2019; Lee County, FL, USA; A general view of a Boston Red Sox helmet as Boston Red Sox center fielder Jackie Bradley Jr. (19) walks on the field during a spring training workout at Jet Blue Park at Fenway South. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images

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Would failing to bring back Rob Refsnyder be a bad move on the Boston Red Sox's part?

Jun 11, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox third baseman Marcelo Mayer (39) rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run during the second inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images

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What could the Boston Red Sox do to pry Ketel Marte from the Arizona Diamondbacks? Would it involve Marcelo Mayer?

Jun 20, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Hunter Dobbins (73) gives a thumbs up before pitches against the San Francisco Giants in the second inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

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The Boston Red Sox have to be excited about what they're seeing from righty Hunter Dobbins during his rehab process.

Dec 9, 2024; Dallas, TX, USA; Boston Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow speaks with the media
at the Hilton Anatole during the 2024 MLB Winter Meetings. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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The Boston Red Sox are seen as unwilling to spend big on free agents by at least one "prominent" agent.

Sep 17, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks second base Ketel Marte (4) reacts against the San Francisco Giants in the first inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

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The Boston Red Sox are known to have an interest in Ketel Marte, but how far along has that interest carried them?