Red Sox explore trade for Marlins shortstop Otto Lopez as deadline nears
3 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 6:12 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Boston Red Sox Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow is actively seeking to enhance the team's lineup as the trade deadline approaches. One target is Otto Lopez, a shortstop for the Miami Marlins. However, sources indicate that the Marlins are hesitant to part with Lopez, as they remain in contention for a playoff spot. Breslow's search for upgrades comes amid injuries to key players, including Roman Anthony and Trevor Story. The Red Sox are looking at multiple player options, not only at shortstop but also at catcher.
- •Red Sox looking to trade for Otto Lopez from the Marlins.
- •Marlins currently undecided on trading Lopez as they vie for playoffs.
- •Red Sox facing injury issues with players like Roman Anthony and Trevor Story.
- •Craig Breslow exploring multiple positions for trade options before deadline.
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"It’s no secret that Boston Red Sox CBO Craig Breslow is looking to make moves ahead of the Trade Deadline. That includes for a shortstop, where one name that keeps coming up is Otto Lopez of the Miami Marlins.Despite that, the Marlins aren’t completely decided on whether or not they’ll trade Lopez at all. MLB […] The post Red Sox Get Concerning Update on Marlins Otto Lopez Trade Rumors appeared first on HEAVY.
"The Boston Red Sox have searched for upgrades at the shortstop position since Trevor Story’s injury. One such player linked to the club is the Miami Marlins‘ Otto Lopez. However, Sean McAdam of MassLive reports that such a deal is dead. Any chance of a deal that would send SS Otto Lopez to the Red […] The post Red Sox Get Tough News on All-Star Trade Target Before Dodgers Series appeared first on HEAVY.
"The Boston Red Sox are looking at new trade targets after falling short on Otto Lopez Jr. from the Miami Marlins. The post Red Sox Move to Next Trade Target After Bad News on All-Star Infielder appeared first on HEAVY.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 6:12 AMRed Sox Move to Next Trade Target After Bad News on All-Star Infielder
The Boston Red Sox are looking at new trade targets after falling short on Otto Lopez Jr. from the Miami Marlins. The post Red Sox Move to Next Trade Target After Bad News on All-Star Infielder appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 1, 2026, 3:56 AMRed Sox Get Tough News on All-Star Trade Target Before Dodgers Series
The Boston Red Sox have searched for upgrades at the shortstop position since Trevor Story’s injury. One such player linked to the club is the Miami Marlins‘ Otto Lopez. However, Sean McAdam of MassLive reports that such a deal is dead. Any chance of a deal that would send SS Otto Lopez to the Red […] The post Red Sox Get Tough News on All-Star Trade Target Before Dodgers Series appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 2:23 AMRed Sox Get Concerning Update on Marlins Otto Lopez Trade Rumors
It’s no secret that Boston Red Sox CBO Craig Breslow is looking to make moves ahead of the Trade Deadline. That includes for a shortstop, where one name that keeps coming up is Otto Lopez of the Miami Marlins.Despite that, the Marlins aren’t completely decided on whether or not they’ll trade Lopez at all. MLB […] The post Red Sox Get Concerning Update on Marlins Otto Lopez Trade Rumors appeared first on HEAVY.
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