Red Sox acquire Curtis Mead from Nationals in trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 1:59 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
The Boston Red Sox acquired Curtis Mead from the Washington Nationals for left-handed pitcher Connelly Early late Saturday. Mead, possessing an.852 OPS with 17 home runs this season, is seen as a key addition following Boston's recent 15-game winning streak. However, he has publicly stated his dislike for the iconic song 'Sweet Caroline,' played at Fenway Park, which may pose a challenge for fan relations. Despite this, it is hoped that successful performances will change his perspective on the song.
- •Curtis Mead traded to the Red Sox from the Nationals
- •Red Sox traded Connelly Early in exchange
- •Mead has 17 home runs this season
- •Boston recently had a 15-game winning streak
- •Mead dislikes 'Sweet Caroline,' a Fenway anthem
- 1:59 PMYahoo Sports — Why new Red Sox trade acquisition Curtis Mead doesn't like Sweet Caroline
"This could be a bit of a problem in Boston.
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