Summary
The Boston Red Sox considered trading with the Houston Astros for third baseman Isaac Paredes but decided to acquire infielder Caleb Durbin from the Milwaukee Brewers instead. Talks with the Astros stopped after this trade because it changed the Red Sox's position. The Astros are still looking for a left-handed hitting outfielder.
Key Facts
- The Red Sox lost Alex Bregman in free agency to the Chicago Cubs.
- They traded for infielder Caleb Durbin from the Milwaukee Brewers.
- The Red Sox were interested in trading for Astros' third baseman Isaac Paredes earlier.
- Isaac Paredes hit 20 home runs in his first season with the Astros.
- Discussions between the Red Sox and Astros reportedly stopped after the Red Sox acquired Durbin.
- The Astros want a left-handed hitting outfielder; Boston's Jarren Duran or Wilyer Abreu could fit.
- Boston kept all their outfielders during the offseason, making a trade less likely.
