Summary
The Boston Red Sox are considering bringing back Kyle Schwarber, a power hitter and three-time All-Star, to bolster their lineup. The team struggled with home runs this season and hopes Schwarber's ability to hit many could improve their playoff chances next year. Schwarber previously played for the Red Sox and has recently been very successful with the Philadelphia Phillies.
Key Facts
- The Boston Red Sox were eliminated by the New York Yankees in the first playoff round.
- The Red Sox hit 186 home runs this season, which ranked them seventh in the American League.
- The team lacks power hitters, which was clear after trading Rafael Devers and losing Roman Anthony to injury.
- Kyle Schwarber, who played for the Red Sox before, is a potential free-agent target.
- Schwarber has hit no fewer than 38 home runs each season for the last four years with the Phillies.
- Pete Alonso is another player mentioned as a potential solution to the Red Sox's power-hitting needs.
- Trevor Story was the leading home run hitter for the Red Sox this season with 25 homers.
