George Springer interested in joining Red Sox via trade before deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 9:59 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
George Springer has expressed interest in a trade to the Boston Red Sox, according to sources. The Toronto Blue Jays outfielder, who has a history of performing well at Fenway Park, is exploring the possibility ahead of Monday's trade deadline. Springer, a Red Sox fan since childhood, previously expected Boston to pursue him when he was a free agent in 2020 but signed with Toronto instead. Despite a slow start this season, he has shown improvement since the All-Star break, raising questions about a potential move to the Red Sox, who are looking to bolster their lineup after recent injuries.
- •Springer has a.323 batting average at Fenway Park in 51 games.
- •He is currently batting.326 since the All-Star break.
- •The Red Sox are in playoff contention after a strong July.
- •Springer could fill a designated hitter role for Boston.
- •Toronto is last in the AL East, complicating their stance on trades.
- 9:59 PMYahoo Sports — AL East Hitter Reportedly Interested In Midseason Trade To Red Sox
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