Red Sox acquire infielder Curtis Mead from Nationals in trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 11:36 AM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
The Boston Red Sox have acquired Curtis Mead from the Washington Nationals, trading left-handed pitcher Connelly Early. This trade reflects the Red Sox's high regard for Mead, a 25-year-old infielder from Australia. Mead has significantly increased his production this season, with 17 homers and an.852 OPS in 87 games, showcasing his potential as a right-handed bat. Under club control for four more seasons, Mead could become a long-term asset for Boston as the team seeks to enhance its lineup.
- •Red Sox trade Connelly Early for Curtis Mead.
- •Mead has 17 homers in 87 games this season.
- •He was previously with the Tampa Bay Rays and Chicago White Sox.
- •Mead will be under club control for four more seasons.
- •Boston aims to improve its lineup with this acquisition.
- 2:41 PMYahoo Sports — How Curtis Mead Will Impact Red Sox Lineup During Playoff Push
- 11:36 AMYahoo Sports — Who is Curtis Mead? What to Know About Red Sox New Player Acquired in Trade
"Boston made a one-for-one trade, acquiring Mead in exchange for Connelly Early. Here's how Mead will help the team moving forward.
"Mead is coming to the Red Sox in the trade for Connelly Early.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJul 27, 2026, 2:41 PMHow Curtis Mead Will Impact Red Sox Lineup During Playoff Push
Boston made a one-for-one trade, acquiring Mead in exchange for Connelly Early. Here's how Mead will help the team moving forward.
- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 11:36 AMWho is Curtis Mead? What to Know About Red Sox New Player Acquired in Trade
Mead is coming to the Red Sox in the trade for Connelly Early.
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