Analyst criticizes ex-GM's Red Sox trade proposal for Hunter Goodman
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 4:15 AM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
A proposed trade by ex-MLB GM Jim Bowden for Hunter Goodman has drawn sharp criticism from Boston analyst Brandon Glick. Bowden suggested sending Connelly Early, Kyson Witherspoon, Marcelo Mayer, and Carlos Narváez to Colorado in exchange for Goodman. Glick labeled the proposal as 'ludicrous,' noting that it sacrifices about 21.5 years of team control for a player who has 3.5 seasons left before free agency. Goodman, a two-time All-Star, has been a standout catcher for the Rockies, but concerns remain over the cost for Boston, which is currently enjoying a 14-game winning streak and competing for a playoff spot. Bowden presented this as a hypothetical scenario ahead of the August 3 trade deadline.
- •Bowden's trade idea involves four Red Sox players for Goodman.
- •Glick argues the trade would gut Boston's farm system.
- •Goodman is hitting.255 with 30 home runs this season.
- •Boston's catching situation has been inconsistent this year.
- •Red Sox aim for playoff position with a 14-game win streak.
- 4:15 AMYahoo Sports — Ex-MLB GM’s Red Sox Trade Idea Ripped as ‘Ludicrous’ by Boston Analyst
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