Red Sox Reportedly 'Shopping' Outfielder But Have Failed To Find Deal So Far
The Boston Red Sox could end up trading one of their outfielders this offseason.
Boston acquired outfielder Alex Verdugo in the organization's trade with the Los Angeles Dodgers for Mookie Betts ahead of the 2020 campaign. Verdugo seemed poised to be a part of the Red Sox's plans for years to come, but it now looks like his time in Boston may be coming to an end.
Verdugo has found his name in trade rumors over the last year and it sounds like he could be moved this offseason. If the 27-year-old is dealt, the Red Sox reportedly are looking for either second base help or a new starting pitcher, according to The Athletic's Jim Bowden.
"The Red Sox have been shopping Verdugo, looking for a second baseman or starting pitching in return," Bowden said. "I've been told they have not received any offers to their liking. The best return will come if he's packaged with other players in a much bigger deal."
Verdugo impressed in his first two seasons with Boston but seemingly has taken a step back over the last two years. Plus, there have been issues with Verdugo off the field. Boston attempted to trade Verdugo ahead of the 2023 Major League Baseball Trade Deadline but failed to find a package that it liked. Boston has a surplus of outfielders so it wouldn't be too surprising to see them trade Verdugo away. He will be a free agent at the end of the 2024 season.
Although a move hasn't happened yet, one could happen shortly.
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