Red Sox explore trade for Elly De La Cruz, talks stall with Reds
3 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 3:02 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Red Sox engaged in trade discussions with the Reds regarding shortstop Elly De La Cruz, but their offer did not meet Cincinnati's demands. The Reds are reluctant to part with the 24-year-old, who is a key player in their lineup. Reports indicate the Sox proposed a prospect-heavy package, yet the Reds prefer young major league talent. The Red Sox seek improvements to their roster, particularly at shortstop and catcher, with other candidates including Zach Neto and C.J. Abrams. Talks with the Marlins about Otto Lopez reportedly have stalled.
- •Red Sox offered a prospect-based package for Elly De La Cruz.
- •Reds are unwilling to trade de la Cruz without top major league talent.
- •Boston is looking to strengthen its lineup at shortstop and catcher.
- •Other shortstop options include Zach Neto and C.J. Abrams.
- •Trade talks with the Marlins regarding Otto Lopez are reportedly dead.
- 6:04 PMMLB Trade Rumors — Report: Red Sox Made Offer For Elly De La Cruz - MLB Trade Rumors
- 5:16 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Called Reds About Star Elly De La Cruz in Trade Deadline Discussions
- 3:02 AMYahoo Sports — Boston Red Sox Held Trade Talks With Reds About Elly De La Cruz: Report
- 1:06 AMYahoo Sports — MLB rumors: Red Sox strike out in Elly De La Cruz trade pursuit
- 12:09 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox trade rumors: Talks with Reds involving Elly De La Cruz go nowhere
"With the MLB trade deadline set for Monday at 6 p.m. ET, teams around the league are actively pursuing blockbuster moves to bolster their rosters.One of those teams has been the Boston Red Sox, who have been the hottest team in baseball over the last month.That surge shifted Boston from a team expected to sell […] The post Boston Red Sox Held Trade Talks With Reds About Elly De La Cruz: Report appeared first on HEAVY.
"The Boston Red Sox tried and failed to acquire the Cincinnati Reds' Elly De La Cruz before this year's MLB Trade Deadline.
"The Reds would reportedly want a big package headlined by young, MLB-ready talent in order to trade their star shortstop.
Sources
External links- MLB Trade RumorsAug 2, 2026, 6:04 PMReport: Red Sox Made Offer For Elly De La Cruz - MLB Trade Rumors
The Reds would reportedly want a big package headlined by young, MLB-ready talent in order to trade their star shortstop.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 5:16 PMRed Sox Called Reds About Star Elly De La Cruz in Trade Deadline Discussions
Cincinnati reportedly listened to calls about their franchise player.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 3:02 AMBoston Red Sox Held Trade Talks With Reds About Elly De La Cruz: Report
With the MLB trade deadline set for Monday at 6 p.m. ET, teams around the league are actively pursuing blockbuster moves to bolster their rosters.One of those teams has been the Boston Red Sox, who have been the hottest team in baseball over the last month.That surge shifted Boston from a team expected to sell […] The post Boston Red Sox Held Trade Talks With Reds About Elly De La Cruz: Report appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 1:06 AMMLB rumors: Red Sox strike out in Elly De La Cruz trade pursuit
The Boston Red Sox tried and failed to acquire the Cincinnati Reds' Elly De La Cruz before this year's MLB Trade Deadline.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 12:09 AMRed Sox trade rumors: Talks with Reds involving Elly De La Cruz go nowhere
The Red Sox continue to scour the market for shortstops and took a swing at a big name.
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