Red Sox shut down in trade talks for Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 6:15 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
The Boston Red Sox attempted to acquire Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña but were dismissed immediately. Peña, a 2025 All-Star, has a strong.319 batting average this season. As the trade deadline approaches, the Red Sox are actively seeking a shortstop, signaling potential concerns about Trevor Story's return. If a trade for Peña is not possible, they may pursue other options such as CJ Abrams of the Washington Nationals.
- •Red Sox pursued Jeremy Peña before being rejected by the Astros.
- •Peña is hitting.319 with 11 home runs this season.
- •Trade deadline approaches with Red Sox wanting a starting shortstop.
- •Concerns persist about Trevor Story's return this season.
- •Red Sox may explore other shortstop options like CJ Abrams.
- 6:15 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Were 'Shut Down Immediately' In Trade Talks For This Shortstop
"The Boston Red Sox are clearly in the buyers market at this year's deadline
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