Is it possible that the Red Sox will trade one of their top pitchers during the offseason?
significantly enhance the initial rotation.
Seemingly every available pitcher has been connected to Boston. A pitcher who is a free agent or a potential trade candidate has been linked to Boston in one way or another.
The starting rotation hurt the team last year, even if Boston isn’t far from being a postseason contender. The team’s orientation and landing player are still unknown, but it is certain that the rotation will change.
The Red Sox appear to be considering every option, even though it’s uncertain who Boston will choose. Star closer Kenley Jansen is among the relief pitchers Boston has contemplated trading for starting pitching help; Chris Henrique of Beyond the Monster and Ed Hand of SoxProspects.com both report this.
“The Red Sox have been exploring trade talks on members of their bullpen to bring back additional controllable pitching, similar to the Alex Verdugo trade package,” Henrique stated. Ed Hand stated that Kenley Jansen’s name has been brought up in discussions. According to accounts, other bullpen members as well.”
After joining Boston as a free agency in the offseason, the 36-year-old made an impression and was selected for his fourth All-Star team. Jansen strengthened the Boston bullpen’s rear end while recording a 3.63 ERA and 29 saves.
The Red Sox trading Jansen this offseason would be extremely surprising, but anything can happen at this time.