Red Sox trade Bernardino to Rockies, now thriving with 2.64 ERA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 12:14 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
The Boston Red Sox traded lefty reliever Bernardino to the Colorado Rockies before the 2026 season. Bernardino, currently 34 years old, has excelled this season with a 2.64 ERA over 55 outings, totaling 47 2/3 innings pitched. In return, the Red Sox received infielder/outfielder Braiden Ward, who has shown promise during Spring Training but lacks a clear path to significant major league playing time. The Red Sox’s decision is drawing criticism as Bernardino's performance could have bolstered their bullpen throughout the season.
- •Red Sox traded Bernardino for Braiden Ward before the 2026 season.
- •Bernardino has a 2.64 ERA and strong strikeout-to-walk ratio this season.
- •Ward impressed in Spring Training but may have limited playing time.
- •Criticism is growing over the trade's impact on the Red Sox's relief options.
- 12:14 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Likely Regret Trading This Player Who Is Now Thriving For Rockies
"The Boston Red Sox have made a lot of good moves, as well as a few negative ones.
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