Red Sox pursue right-handed hitters ahead of trade deadline

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 8:57 PM

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Red Sox pursue right-handed hitters ahead of trade deadline
Summary

The Boston Red Sox are actively seeking to acquire right-handed hitters ahead of the MLB trade deadline while sitting at 25-34 this season. With the team struggling offensively and eight games behind in the American League East, they are looking to bolster their lineup with righty sluggers. ESPN's Buster Olney reported that the Red Sox may even consider taking on undesirable contracts to secure an upgrade. Potential targets include Isaac Paredes, Matt Chapman, and Gleyber Torres. Despite their current record, the Red Sox aim to remain competitive and push for a Wild Card spot in the postseason.

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  • Red Sox are 25-34 entering June 3
  • Team seeks right-handed hitters to enhance offense
  • Potential trade targets include Paredes and Chapman
  • Red Sox may accept bad contracts for upgrades
  • Team is eight games behind in American League East standings
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  • 8:57 PMYahoo SportsRed Sox 'aggressively' targeting one type of hitter in trade talks per MLB insider
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The Red Sox already have their sights set on one kind of hitter.

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