Craig Breslow denies Marcelo Mayer trade rumors with Red Sox
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 3:12 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Boston Red Sox Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow addressed trade rumors surrounding shortstop Marcelo Mayer on June 9. Rumors suggested Mayer was dealt to the Arizona Diamondbacks, but Breslow firmly discredited such claims. He highlighted that while the Red Sox engaged in trade talks involving Diamondbacks' second baseman Ketel Marte, Mayer remains a key part of the team's future plans. Breslow's comments reinforce the Red Sox's commitment to developing young talent like Mayer as they build their roster.
- •Craig Breslow responds to trade rumors about Marcelo Mayer.
- •Breslow called the trade rumor 'blatantly false.'
- •Red Sox are focused on retaining Mayer for future plans.
- •Boston had trade discussions involving Ketel Marte.
- •Mayer viewed as essential to the team's core.
- 3:12 AMYahoo Sports — Craig Breslow Dispels Rumor Of Red Sox Trading Marcelo Mayer
"A rumor circulated on Monday claiming that Marcelo Mayer had been traded.
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