Red Sox face reality of potential Aroldis Chapman trade by deadline

The Boston Red Sox, currently 37-47, received a trade prediction that Aroldis Chapman, their closer, may be the top reliever dealt by the upcoming MLB trade deadline on August 3. Following a recent four-game sweep of the New York Yankees, the team remains in a precarious position with multiple injuries, including Connelly Early's left elbow injury. Bob Nightengale of USA Today forecasts that Chapman, who boasts a 2.19 ERA and 16 saves this season, is likely to be a high-value target for contenders needing bullpen assistance. If he is traded, it would signal the Red Sox's status as sellers this season rather than buyers.

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