Red Sox acquire Adley Rutschman from Orioles ahead of critical series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 3:50 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
The Boston Red Sox traded for catcher Adley Rutschman from the Baltimore Orioles on August 4, 2026. This move comes as the Red Sox are on a hot streak, winning 28 of their last 33 games, significantly improving their playoff chances. Rutschman, a three-time All-Star, will join the lineup after a brief rehab for wrist inflammation. The Red Sox gave up two pitching prospects and additional players to secure Rutschman, who is expected to enhance both the team's offense and defense.
- •Rutschman joins the Red Sox after a trade from the Orioles.
- •Boston has won 28 of its last 33 games.
- •Rutschman is recovering from wrist inflammation before debuting.
- •The Red Sox traded two pitching prospects and other players for him.
- •Rutschman aims to bolster both offensive and defensive roles.
- 3:50 AMYahoo Sports — 3 bold Adley Rutschman predictions after Red Sox trade
"Adley Rutschman will give the Red Sox a lift with his offensive production, defense and overall team leadership
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