Red Sox field trade inquiries for Aroldis Chapman and two relievers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 2:03 PM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
The Boston Red Sox are open to trade calls on relievers Aroldis Chapman, Justin Slaten, and Garrett Whitlock, according to Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic. The team, currently 27-35 and in the postseason chase, may consider selling if performance doesn't improve by the August 3 trade deadline. Chapman, with a 0.46 ERA this season, could bring the most value in a potential deal. There are no current trade plans, but the Red Sox are evaluating their options as the deadline approaches.
- •Red Sox are 27-35 in the regular season.
- •They have not ruled out trading key bullpen arms.
- •Chapman has a 0.46 ERA and 13 saves this season.
- •Whitlock and Slaten also have solid ERAs of 3.20 and 3.27, respectively.
- •Trade considerations will depend on the team's performance leading up to the deadline.
- 10:16 PMYahoo Sports — Should Boston Red Sox Trade All-Star Closer Aroldis Chapman?
- 2:03 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox reportedly taking trade calls on three relievers, including Aroldis Chapman
"In a weekend full of trade rumors, the Red Sox are receiving calls on their high-end relievers.
"Boston is not shutting down trade inquiries on their top bullpen arms.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 10:16 PMShould Boston Red Sox Trade All-Star Closer Aroldis Chapman?
In a weekend full of trade rumors, the Red Sox are receiving calls on their high-end relievers.
- Yahoo SportsJun 6, 2026, 2:03 PMRed Sox reportedly taking trade calls on three relievers, including Aroldis Chapman
Boston is not shutting down trade inquiries on their top bullpen arms.
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