Summary
The Boston Red Sox are considering trading with the Washington Nationals to acquire All-Star infielder C.J. Abrams. In this potential deal, the Red Sox would send two pitchers, Connelly Early and Kyson Witherspoon, to the Nationals. This trade could help both teams by addressing their respective needs before the upcoming baseball season.
Key Facts
- The Boston Red Sox need an infielder and are considering C.J. Abrams from the Washington Nationals.
- C.J. Abrams hit 19 home runs and drove in 60 runs last season.
- The proposed trade would involve the Red Sox acquiring Abrams in exchange for pitchers Connelly Early and Kyson Witherspoon.
- Connelly Early could become an important starting pitcher for the Nationals by 2026.
- Kyson Witherspoon was the Red Sox's first-round draft pick last summer.
- The Red Sox have a strong pitching lineup, making the trade feasible for both teams.
- The Nationals recently traded pitcher MacKenzie Gore and need additional pitching support.
