Red Sox News & Links: What’s next after the Curtis Mead trade?
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Key Points:
- Tsung-Che Cheng, a key contributor to the Red Sox's 15-game win streak with a .407 OBP, was demoted to Worcester to make room for Curtis Mead, highlighting the harsh realities of roster changes in baseball.
- The departure of Connelly Early also stirred mixed emotions in the clubhouse, with interim manager Chad Tracy emphasizing the team's intent to address offensive needs by adding a power bat.
- Red Sox executive Craig Breslow described recent trades as "incredibly uncomfortable" but necessary, focusing on improving the major league team through need-for-need trades rather than trying to "win" trades.
- The Red Sox remain active in the trade market, with prospects like Arias considered nearly untouchable due to their high value, impacting the team's ability to pursue top-tier players like Tigers ace Tarik Skubal.
- Catcher Hunter Goodman is attracting interest from multiple teams, including the Red Sox, Yankees, and Rays, as clubs seek to bolster their catching options.
