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Dave Portnoy Calls Red Sox 'Worst Team in Baseball'

4/16/2026

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Dave Portnoy, owner of Barstool Sports, criticized Boston Red Sox as "the worst team in baseball" after a 6-0 loss to the Minnesota Twins in the 2026 season.
Portnoy faulted John Henry for prioritizing profit over winning as the Red Sox sit last in AL East at 6-11, with offensive and defensive struggles and underperforming players.
Their odds to win the AL East have dropped significantly, signaling a disappointing start.

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Dave Portnoy, owner of Barstool Sports, criticized Boston Red Sox as "the worst team in baseball" after a 6-0 loss to the Minnesota Twins in the 2026 season.
Portnoy faulted John Henry for prioritizing profit over winning as the Red Sox sit last in AL East at 6-11, with offensive and defensive struggles and underperforming players.
Their odds to win the AL East have dropped significantly, signaling a disappointing start.