Daily Red Sox Links: Andrew Benintendi, Rick Porcello, Rafael Devers

With Andrew Benintendi heating up and Aaron Judge striking out constantly, the Red Sox rookie is suddenly inching up in the Rookie of the Year conversation. (Nick Cafardo; Boston Globe)

The Cleveland Indians swept the Red Sox out of the playoffs last year. As the stretch run intensifies, the Sox are ready to show Cleveland something. (Christopher Smith; MassLive)

With how well they have been playing of late, the Red Sox have every reason to believe they are going to send a message this week. (Chad Jennings; Boston Herald)

Rick Porcello kept hitters of balance with a variety of pitches on Sunday. He was pleased with that. (Nathan Rubinstein; MassLive)

A more aggressive approach on the base paths is all part of the plan. (Michael Silverman; Boston Herald)

Rafael Devers wasn’t called up too early and he’s bashing balls all over the yard. (Adam Nazzaro; Scout)

Todd Frazier was a player linked to the Red Sox in a number of trades. Now he’s happy to be a Yankee. (Alex Speier; Boston Globe)