Summary
The Boston Red Sox are considering trading outfielder Jarren Duran due to having too many players for his position. A proposed trade suggests sending Duran and a pitcher, Kutter Crawford, to the Arizona Diamondbacks for All-Star player Ketel Marte. This trade could impact playing time for other Red Sox players and would involve taking on Marte's large contract.
Key Facts
- The Boston Red Sox have five outfielders on their roster, leading to trade talk about Jarren Duran.
- MLB analyst Kerry Miller suggested a trade involving Duran to get All-Star Ketel Marte from the Arizona Diamondbacks.
- Kutter Crawford, a pitcher with recent injuries, is also included in the proposed trade.
- Ketel Marte has 99 home runs in the last three seasons and has a contract worth about $116 million.
- Marte has a "no-trade clause" starting soon, limiting when trades can occur.
- If traded, Marte's contract would increase the Red Sox's salary costs significantly.
- The trade might reduce playing time for rookie Marcelo Mayer or require changes in the positions of current players like Trevor Story.
