Boston Red Sox fans have grown weary of the team’s lack of activity in the MLB trade market in recent years. Many in Boston believe this inactivity is a key reason the Red Sox have missed the playoffs in four of the past five seasons.
The primary source of frustration is an ownership group that has been reluctant to maintain a competitive payroll.
Could this be changing soon?
As of today, Boston holds a 43-37 record and is firmly in the American League playoff race. Although they are eight games behind the rival New York Yankees in the AL East and seven games behind the second-place Baltimore Orioles, making a win-now move before the MLB trade deadline later this summer appears to be the most sensible strategy.
Additionally, there is a noteworthy update on this situation—an intriguing one at that.
MLB insider floats Pete Alonso as a possibility for the Boston Red Sox
Alonso’s name has been mentioned in trade discussions due to the New York Mets’ struggles earlier this season. However, the situation has become more complex following the Mets’ recent strong performance.
The Mets have won 15 of their last 19 games and currently have a 39-39 record, putting them firmly in the National League playoff race. If the Mets remain in contention, it’s uncertain whether owner Steve Cohen would approve trading Alonso, especially considering his impending free agency.
The latest report suggests that the Red Sox might employ a controversial strategy ahead of the trade deadline: both buying and selling. This approach will largely depend on the team’s performance in the coming weeks. Key factors will be Boston’s three-game series against the Yankees in New York shortly after July 4, as well as another home series against the Yankees just before the deadline. These games could be pivotal in determining their trade strategy.
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