The Red Sox are pursuing infielders after Curtis Mead’s injury. Here’s who they could target

Key Points:

• The Boston Red Sox are actively seeking additional infield help following Curtis Mead’s broken left wrist, which could sideline him for the remainder of the season, complicating their roster ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline.
• Injuries to key infielders Trevor Story, Marcelo Mayer, and Isiah Kiner-Falefa have left the Red Sox relying on Andruw Monasterio at shortstop, but the team prefers to use Monasterio as a utility player.
• Potential trade targets include Luis Arraez of the Giants, known for his high batting average and defense but lacking power; Zach Neto of the Angels, a right-handed power hitter with several years of control but defensive limitations; and Otto Lopez of the Marlins, an All-Star with strong batting and defensive versatility.
• The Red Sox may also consider Luis García Jr. from the Nationals, who offers power hitting but is a weaker defender and primarily a first baseman, with the possibility of being used as a designated hitter.
• Any acquisitions will require balancing the Red Sox’s current roster needs and prospect assets, with teams like the Giants and Marlins expected to demand significant returns, particularly in pitching prospects.