Red Sox eye Ivan Herrera after Curtis Mead injury ahead of trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 9:57 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
With the MLB trade deadline approaching, the Boston Red Sox are considering St. Louis Cardinals catcher Ivan Herrera as a potential addition following Curtis Mead's injury. The Red Sox require another offensive player to strengthen their lineup amid playoff contention. Herrera is currently on the trading block due to St. Louis's depth at catcher, and he has garnered interest from Boston and the New York Yankees. Historical trade connections between the Red Sox and Cardinals could facilitate negotiations, as both teams have engaged in multiple trades recently. Herrera's offensive capabilities and team control make him an attractive target for Boston.
- •Curtis Mead is out with injury, prompting Red Sox's search for a replacement.
- •Ivan Herrera is available as St. Louis has catching depth.
- •Red Sox have traded with Cardinals in the past, aiding potential negotiations.
- •Herrera has a solid offensive season with room for improvement at Fenway.
- •Trade deadline is five days away as teams finalize their rosters.
- 9:57 PMYahoo Sports — Ivan Herrera could become Red Sox's next big trade deadline addition after Curtis Mead injury
"With Mead being hit with a devastating injury, Herrera could be the guy to pick up the slack in his absence.
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