Red Sox drop pursuit of Jeremy Peña, focus on trade options
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 2:27 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
The Boston Red Sox are reportedly seeking a right-handed bat ahead of the trade deadline but will not pursue Jeremy Peña of the Houston Astros. Buster Olney reports that the Red Sox remain active in trading discussions, despite a subpar record. The Astros have indicated they are not interested in dealing Peña. They plan to be buyers rather than sellers at the deadline, focusing on their own needs for bullpen help and a left-handed hitting outfielder. The Red Sox still aim to improve their position in the wild card race with limited time left before the deadline.
- •Red Sox are looking for right-handed hitters before the trade deadline.
- •Jeremy Peña is off the Red Sox's target list due to Astros' stance.
- •Astros plan to be buyers at the trade deadline despite a sub-.500 record.
- •Red Sox still in pursuit of improving wild card position.
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"The Boston Red Sox are reportedly in the market for a right-handed bat, but they can cross one name off their list.
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