Rival Evaluator Calls Red Sox' Adley Rutschman Trade 'Ridiculous'
Summary
The Boston Red Sox acquired catcher Adley Rutschman from the Baltimore Orioles. The trade involved giving up three top prospects, which some experts strongly criticized.Key Facts
- Adley Rutschman is a catcher who was the No. 1 overall draft pick in 2019.
- The Red Sox traded three top prospects to get Rutschman: right-handed pitchers Anthony Eyanson and Kyson Witherspoon, and outfielder Enddy Azocar.
- All three prospects were highly ranked within the Red Sox system.
- The Red Sox spent a lot of time reviewing Rutschman’s medical records before completing the trade.
- Some talent evaluators called the trade “ridiculous” and “one of the most ridiculous trades” in 30 years.
- Carlos Narvaez may get more playing time as a backup catcher for the Red Sox.
- Rutschman needs to perform at a high level to justify the trade and quiet the critics.
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