Red Sox ownership involved in trade talks for right-handed hitters
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 8:14 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
The Boston Red Sox are reportedly struggling at 27-36 this season, prompting ownership to engage in trade discussions for right-handed hitters. ESPN's Buster Olney noted that an owner from the Red Sox ownership group is making calls to facilitate a trade. The team prioritizes finding a right-handed slugger to improve its hitting line-up, particularly in the infield positions. However, sourcing players is complicated as many teams are reluctant to trade key assets at this juncture of the season, as they still envision playoff potential.
- •Red Sox have a current record of 27-36.
- •Ownership is directly involved in trade calls for right-handed hitters.
- •Team priorities include filling infield positions.
- •Other teams may be hesitant to trade due to playoff aspirations.
- 8:14 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox ownership reportedly calling around about trades for right-handed hitters
"Boston's ownership group is getting desperate.
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