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Red Sox Notes: Durbin, Trade Targets, Suarez
MLB Trade Rumors • • general
Key Points:
- The Red Sox acquired infielder Curtis Mead from the Nationals, who has a 134 wRC+ in 327 plate appearances this year, but will likely play a multi-positional role rather than a fixed spot at third base.
- Caleb Durbin, originally expected to move from third to second base, will remain at third for now but is practicing second base and shortstop to provide infield flexibility.
- Durbin has significantly improved offensively since June 1st, posting a 136 wRC+ with nine home runs, contributing to the Red Sox’s recent surge after a poor start to the season.
- The Red Sox front office, led by Craig Breslow, is actively seeking to upgrade the roster with potential additions, though high-profile targets like Jeremy Peña and Shea Langeliers are unlikely to be traded.
- In pitching news, left-hander Ranger Suarez was activated from the injured list and delivered a strong outing with four scoreless innings and six strikeouts, reinforcing the Red Sox rotation depth.
