Diamondbacks considering Garrett Whitlock trade from Red Sox
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 2:33 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The Arizona Diamondbacks are exploring a trade for Garrett Whitlock, a veteran reliever from the Boston Red Sox, as they seek to strengthen their bullpen. Currently half a game out of a Wild Card spot in the National League, the D-Backs aim to improve their strikeout ability among relievers. Whitlock, who has 11.4 strikeouts per nine innings this season, is in the final year of his contract and could be moved as the Red Sox look to offload expiring contracts due to a poor season. His versatility could provide a boost to the D-Backs' pitching staff. Whitlock is currently on the 15-day injured list due to left knee inflammation.
- •Diamondbacks sit half a game back of a Wild Card spot
- •Garrett Whitlock averages 11.4 strikeouts per nine innings
- •Whitlock is on the 15-day IL with knee inflammation
- •Red Sox likely to offload expiring contracts
- •Whitlock's versatility could benefit an improved bullpen
- 2:33 PMYahoo Sports — Diamondbacks linked to Red Sox 127 ERA+ veteran reliever as trade target
"Arizona needs more strikeout ability in its bullpen.
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