Red Sox bolster roster with offseason trades, including Jake Bennett deal

The Boston Red Sox made several key moves during the offseason, including acquiring pitcher Jake Bennett from the Washington Nationals. The trade involved sending Luis Perales to Washington in a one-for-one deal of pitching prospects. Chief baseball officer Craig Breslow described the negotiation process for the trade as challenging, having faced multiple near-deals prior to securing Bennett. The 25-year-old made a positive impact in his debut, allowing just one run over five innings, although he has struggled in subsequent outings. This offseason, the Red Sox also made significant trades for players such as Willson Contreras and Sonny Gray.

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