Red Sox explore trade options after Early-Mead deal ahead of deadline

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.

• 6:19 PMYahoo Sports — What we’re hearing on Red Sox trade deadline plans after the Connelly Early-for-Curtis Mead deal