Red Sox prepare to leverage trade deadline with 11 potential assets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 5:20 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
The Boston Red Sox are positioned to be major players at the MLB trade deadline, set for August 3. Currently last in the AL East at 30-43, they could act as sellers, leveraging 11 potential trade assets including Aroldis Chapman, Sonny Gray, and Jarren Duran. The team's struggles this season have prompted speculation about substantial roster changes, and several players could attract interest from contenders. Aroldis Chapman, in particular, noted for his club control, could yield significant returns. The Red Sox's front office aims to capitalize on these assets if they decide to move forward with trades.
- •Red Sox are 15.5 games behind in AL East standings.
- •Team could become sellers ahead of August 3 deadline.
- •Major trade chips include Aroldis Chapman and Sonny Gray.
- •Jarren Duran seen as a key asset in potential trades.
- •Front office led by Craig Breslow is considering options.
- 5:20 PMYahoo Sports — How Red Sox can dominate MLB trade deadline with 11 trade assets
"This trade deadline could be a massive one for the Red Sox.
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