Summary
The Boston Red Sox traded infielder Tristan Gray to the Minnesota Twins two months after acquiring him from the Tampa Bay Rays. This trade was made to create space on the 40-man roster for newly signed pitcher Ranger Suarez. In exchange for Gray, the Red Sox received catching prospect Nate Baez.
Key Facts
- The Red Sox traded Tristan Gray to the Twins after acquiring him from the Rays in November.
- Gray is a utility infielder with experience at all infield positions.
- The Red Sox needed to clear a spot for pitcher Ranger Suarez on the 40-man roster.
- Suarez joined the team on a $130 million deal, requiring a roster change.
- As part of the deal with the Twins, the Red Sox received catching prospect Nate Baez.
- Baez was drafted in the 12th round by the Twins in 2022.
