Craig Breslow defends Red Sox trade for Adley Rutschman

Boston Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow addressed criticisms of the team's recent acquisition of catcher Adley Rutschman from the Baltimore Orioles. The Red Sox traded three top prospects and Carlos Narváez to secure Rutschman, who is under club control for next season. Breslow emphasized that this move satisfies an immediate need without compromising the team's long-term sustainability. He highlighted the presence of signed players who contribute to the roster's competitive future as well. The Red Sox have shown improvement in recent weeks despite a slow start to the season.

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