Alex Verdugo Sparks Buzz After Dinner Date With Boston Influencer, Fueling Breakup Rumors and Red Sox Fan Frenzy.
By [JOYCEDUONG] | June 30, 2025
BOSTON — As the Red Sox claw their way through a crucial stretch of the season, one of their most colorful personalities has suddenly found himself the center of a different kind of spotlight — this one far removed from Fenway’s bright lights.
On Sunday night, social media lit up with photos and videos allegedly showing Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo dining at an upscale Boston restaurant with a popular local influencer whose identity, while not officially confirmed, has become the subject of rampant speculation online.
The viral images, first surfacing on Reddit’s r/redsox community before exploding across X (formerly Twitter), have fueled rumors that Verdugo, 28, may have quietly split from his longtime girlfriend. Neither Verdugo nor his representatives have issued a statement, leaving fans — and Boston’s tabloid press — buzzing with theories and hot takes.
A Night Out That Set Social Media on Fire
The initial photo, grainy but recognizable, appears to show Verdugo laughing over dinner with a brunette influencer known in Boston’s social media circles for beauty content and brand partnerships. A short video clip, filmed surreptitiously from a neighboring table, shows Verdugo gesturing animatedly as the pair toast with cocktails.
Within hours, the photos had been reposted across multiple platforms, with captions ranging from congratulatory cheers to pointed questions about Verdugo’s relationship status.
“Verdugo out here living his best life while I’m screaming at the Sox bullpen,” one Reddit user joked.
Others were more critical, suggesting the timing of the outing — on a night when the Red Sox were coming off a hard-fought win over the Blue Jays — might be ill-advised given Boston’s fragile playoff hopes.
Relationship Status: It’s Complicated?
Verdugo has been known for keeping his personal life relatively private, aside from occasional Instagram posts featuring his girlfriend of several years. Fans quickly noticed, however, that his social media accounts have recently gone quiet on that front.
“I used to see him post with his girlfriend all the time,” said Maria Fernandez, a devoted Red Sox fan from Worcester. “Lately… nothing. That’s why everyone’s wondering.”
While some fans are dismissing the dinner as harmless, others see it as a potential sign that Verdugo and his partner may have called it quits. A few online sleuths have noted that Verdugo and his rumored longtime girlfriend no longer follow each other on Instagram — the 2025 equivalent of a press release for a celebrity breakup.
So far, neither Verdugo nor the influencer in question has confirmed or denied the speculation.
A Player With a Flair for the Dramatic
On the field, Verdugo has become one of the Red Sox’s most recognizable figures — known as much for his high-energy style and celebratory gestures as his solid contributions at the plate. He entered the final days of June hitting .272 with 11 home runs, providing consistency amid Boston’s up-and-down season.
But off the field, Verdugo’s vibrant personality has occasionally sparked headlines. From his flashy jewelry to his passion for music, he’s never been one to blend quietly into the background.
“Alex is a guy who wears his heart on his sleeve,” said a team insider who requested anonymity. “Fans love him for it. But in Boston, everything gets magnified — especially when you’re winning or losing.”
Boston Reacts: Cheers, Memes, and Concern
Predictably, the rumor mill has become a swirling storm of memes, jokes, and genuine curiosity.
On X, “Verdugo” was briefly trending in Boston by late Monday morning, with posts ranging from playful:
“Verdugo hitting doubles on the field and in the streets.”
…to anxious:
“Not now, Alex. We’re trying to stay above .500.”
Local sports radio has already picked up the story, with callers debating whether a player’s personal life should matter to fans — especially if his performance doesn’t suffer.
The Red Sox Angle
From a baseball perspective, the chatter comes at an awkward time. The Red Sox have clawed their way back above .500 and are suddenly back in the AL Wild Card conversation. Verdugo has been a key piece in Boston’s offensive resurgence, and manager Alex Cora has praised him repeatedly for bringing energy to the clubhouse.
“He’s been a spark for us,” Cora said after Sunday’s win over the Blue Jays. “He plays hard every day. That’s all I care about.”
Whether the off-field rumors will have any impact on Verdugo’s performance remains to be seen. So far, sources inside the clubhouse say the mood is business-as-usual, though several teammates were overheard joking about the viral photos during pregame warmups.
Fame, Privacy, and Boston’s Fishbowl
Boston has never been an easy place for public figures to maintain a private life. The city’s passionate fan base and relentless media scrutiny mean even a simple dinner can turn into a news cycle.
“It’s part of being in Boston,” said former Red Sox infielder Stephen Drew on WEEI Monday morning. “You’re under the microscope. Fans love you — but they also want to know everything.”
For now, Verdugo remains silent, choosing instead to let his bat do the talking. Whether this dinner date turns out to be a fleeting moment or the beginning of a new chapter in his personal life, one thing is certain:
In Boston, nothing stays private for long.