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Red Sox pursued Elly De La Cruz trade with Reds before deadline

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Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Red Sox pursued Elly De La Cruz trade with Reds before deadline
Summary

The Boston Red Sox reportedly sought to acquire shortstop Elly De La Cruz from the Cincinnati Reds just before the MLB trade deadline. Despite their efforts, the two teams were unable to come close to a deal. The Red Sox, led by chief baseball officer Craig Breslow, previously completed a trade for catcher Adley Rutschman and were looking to further bolster their lineup. De La Cruz, a dynamic player with strong offensive production, would have been a significant upgrade at shortstop for Boston, particularly with Trevor Story sidelined due to injury. The Reds' lack of urgency to trade De La Cruz, who remains under team control for three seasons, complicated negotiations.

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  • •Red Sox explored trading for Elly De La Cruz before the deadline.
  • •Cincinnati never reached a realistic stage for a deal.
  • •De La Cruz is a two-time All-Star with an impressive OPS.
  • •Boston is seeking a long-term shortstop solution with Trevor Story injured.
  • •The Reds have no immediate financial incentive to trade De La Cruz.
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  • 2:26 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Took Wild Swing At Blockbuster Elly De La Cruz Trade
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The Boston Red Sox reportedly pursued Cincinnati Reds superstar Elly De La Cruz before the MLB trade deadline but never came close to a deal.

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