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Red Sox trade left-hander Eduardo Rivera to Cardinals for Juan Garcia

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 11:47 AM

Last updated Nov 4, 2026

Red Sox trade left-hander Eduardo Rivera to Cardinals for Juan Garcia

Summary

The Boston Red Sox traded left-handed pitcher Eduardo Rivera to the St. Louis Cardinals for minor league right-hander Juan Garcia on November 3, 2026. Rivera, 23, made his major league debut this season but had limited success, posting an 0-1 record and a 6.30 ERA in four games. His minor league performance included a 7-2 record and a 2.59 ERA over 26 appearances, prompting interest from the Cardinals. Garcia, 18, has yet to establish himself, finishing the 2026 season with a 2-4 record and a 4.40 ERA in the Dominican Summer League. The trade reflects Boston’s ongoing roster management as it reshapes its pitching depth.

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•Rivera debuted in the majors with an 0-1 record.
•He demonstrated strong minor league performance with 71 strikeouts.
•Garcia's youth allows for future development potential.
•The trade aims to enhance Boston's pitching depth over time.
•Boston has been active in reshaping its roster post-season.

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11:47 AMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Trade Young Pitcher To Cardinals For Intriguing Prospect

What they're saying

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Boston traded a pitcher who reached the majors this season for an 18-year-old prospect, creating an interesting contrast between immediate depth and long-term development.
— Yahoo Sports

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