Red Sox trade for Curtis Mead, eye further deadline moves
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 3:10 AM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
The Boston Red Sox have acquired Curtis Mead from the Washington Nationals, addressing a need for a right-handed power bat. Jeff Passan of ESPN reports that the Red Sox are not finished and may pursue additional players before the trade deadline. They are looking to upgrade at another middle infield position, designated hitter, or catcher. Prices for catchers have risen significantly following a potential season-ending injury to Athletics All-Star Shea Langeliers. The Red Sox have considerable assets to trade, including players like Jarren Duran and Marcelo Mayer, and could engage in more impactful trades to strengthen their roster.
- •Boston trades for Curtis Mead from Washington Nationals.
- •Jeff Passan indicates more moves are likely before the deadline.
- •Red Sox need upgrades at middle infield, DH, or catcher.
- •Increased catcher prices after Shea Langeliers' injury.
- •Red Sox have trade assets including Jarren Duran and Marcelo Mayer.
- 3:10 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox reportedly not done after Curtis Mead trade as Jeff Passan hints at bigger deadline moves
"Curtis Mead was just the tip of the iceberg, according to recent reports.
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