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Red Sox Could Explore Trade For Nationals All-Star Southpaw, Per Insider

Red Sox Could Explore Trade For Nationals All-Star Southpaw, Per Insider

Summary

The Boston Red Sox might consider trading for Washington Nationals' pitcher MacKenzie Gore. This discussion arises after the Nationals hired Paul Toboni, a former Red Sox assistant GM, as their president of baseball operations. The trade could help Boston strengthen its pitching team.

Key Facts

  • The Boston Red Sox is exploring trades after their early exit from the postseason.
  • Paul Toboni, the former Red Sox assistant GM, has joined the Washington Nationals as president of baseball operations.
  • The Red Sox aim to strengthen their pitching roster.
  • Boston might trade for MacKenzie Gore, an All-Star pitcher from the Nationals.
  • Gore is set to become a free agent after the 2027 season.
  • Gore had a 4.17 ERA and 185 strikeouts in the latest season, despite a 5-15 win-loss record.
  • No trade deal has been finalized yet between the Red Sox and the Nationals.

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