Red Sox explore trade options after Early-Mead deal ahead of deadline
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 6:19 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
The Boston Red Sox are active in the trade market following the deal that sent Connelly Early to the Nationals for Curtis Mead. With the trade deadline approaching on August 3, the Red Sox are looking to bolster their pitching depth, upgrade at catcher, and possibly acquire a shortstop. This comes amid a playoff push, having secured 18 wins in 20 games recently. Boston's interest in shortstops could complicate the future for players like Trevor Story and prospects Marcelo Mayer and Franklin Arias. The front office is currently navigating a roughly developed marketplace as it deliberates on potential moves.
- •Red Sox traded Connelly Early for Curtis Mead this weekend.
- •Boston targets pitching depth, catching upgrades, and a shortstop.
- •Players like Zach Neto and Francisco Lindor may be in consideration.
- •The trade deadline is August 3 at 6 p.m. ET.
- •Boston's strong recent performance affects trade strategy.
- 6:19 PMYahoo Sports — What we’re hearing on Red Sox trade deadline plans after the Connelly Early-for-Curtis Mead deal
- 4:34 PMMassLive.com — What we’re hearing on Red Sox trade deadline plans after the Connelly Early-for-Curtis Mead deal - MassLive
"With six days left before the trade deadline, what's next for the Red Sox after trading Connelly Early for Curtis Mead over the weekend?
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 6:19 PMWhat we’re hearing on Red Sox trade deadline plans after the Connelly Early-for-Curtis Mead deal
With six days left before the trade deadline, what's next for the Red Sox after trading Connelly Early for Curtis Mead over the weekend?
- MassLive.comJul 28, 2026, 4:34 PMWhat we’re hearing on Red Sox trade deadline plans after the Connelly Early-for-Curtis Mead deal - MassLive
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