Red Sox trade Connelly Early to Nationals for Curtis Mead
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 5:54 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
The Boston Red Sox traded left-handed pitcher Connelly Early to the Washington Nationals for infielder Curtis Mead on July 26, 2026. This deal marks Mead's fifth organization after previous stints with Philadelphia, Tampa Bay, Chicago, and Washington. The Red Sox are aiming for immediate contributions as they pursue a playoff spot in a competitive American League wild card race. They believe Mead's early-season success can be sustained, though concerns about his infield defense remain. The trade raises questions about the future roles of other infielders in the organization.
- •Red Sox acquire Curtis Mead in exchange for Connelly Early.
- •Mead has previously played for four different teams.
- •Boston aims for immediate contributions before the trade deadline.
- •Defensive metrics raise questions about Mead's fit in the infield.
- •The trade complicates the roster situation for the Red Sox's infield.
- 5:54 PMYahoo Sports — Sean McAdam: Six quick thoughts on the Curtis Mead-Connelly Early trade
"Some instant reactions to the late-night trade between the Red Sox and Washington Nationals.
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