Summary
The Boston Red Sox are considering trading outfielders Jarren Duran or Ceddanne Rafaela to acquire third baseman Isaac Paredes from the Houston Astros. The Red Sox are looking to improve their lineup with a right-handed power hitter like Paredes. However, the Astros have shown little interest in trading Paredes.
Key Facts
- The Red Sox want to add a right-handed power hitter to their lineup.
- Isaac Paredes, a third baseman for the Astros, is being considered for a trade.
- Paredes has hit 92 home runs in his major league career.
- The Astros reportedly do not want to trade Paredes.
- Jarren Duran and Ceddanne Rafaela are possible trade options from the Red Sox.
- Duran has better offensive metrics than Paredes and is faster, with 91 career stolen bases.
- Rafaela recently won a Gold Glove, indicating his strong defensive skills.
- The decision to trade would depend on whether Paredes is seen as worth the loss of Duran or Rafaela.
