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Red Sox propose trade offer for Reds' Elly De La Cruz

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 7:15 AM

Last updated Nov 4, 2026

Red Sox propose trade offer for Reds' Elly De La Cruz

Summary

The Boston Red Sox aim to acquire Elly De La Cruz from the Cincinnati Reds, proposing a trade package that includes Franklin Arias, Payton Tolle, and Justin Gonzales. This move targets Boston's need for offensive firepower after ranking 23rd in runs scored in 2026. De La Cruz, 24, delivers both immediate production and potential long-term value, as he is under contract through 2029. While this proposal is hypothetical and not confirmed by the Reds, it reflects Boston's aggressive strategy for the upcoming offseason. The Reds, having finished last in the NL Central, may reconsider their roster but are not obligated to trade De La Cruz at this stage.

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Status Watch

•Red Sox propose trade package for Elly De La Cruz
•Package includes Franklin Arias, Payton Tolle, Justin Gonzales
•De La Cruz has strong offensive numbers with 30 home runs in 2026
•Reds finished last in the NL Central, may review roster options
•Arias ranked second overall on MLB Pipeline's prospect list

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What they're saying

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The Boston Red Sox should pursue Elly De La Cruz with an offer substantial enough to give the Cincinnati Reds a difficult decision. Franklin Arias, Payton Tolle, and Justin Gonzales would provide a potential shortstop successor, an established young starter, and another promising bat. The Athletic’s Jim Bowden identified De La Cruz as a potential […] The post Red Sox’s perfect trade offer for Reds’ Elly De La Cruz appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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