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In a Grapefruit League game between the Pirates and Red Sox, umpire Mitch Trzeciak’s first two innings were marred by ABS reversals—three challenges overturned, including a first-pitch ball—leaving him with five consecutive calls overturned and highlighting ABS as a tool to refine umpires’ strike zones.
Righthander Tyler Uberstine, once a high school afterthought who failed to walk on at USC, later endured an elbow injury and years in the minors, has emerged as a surprising member of the Red Sox spring training roster and will start the club's first exhibition game against Northeastern, signaling his ascent from the minors to the 40-man roster with potential early-season recall opportunities.
Milwaukee trades Caleb Durbin along with Anthony Seigler and Andruw Monasterio to Boston for Kyle Harrison, David Hamilton and Shane Drohan, plus a compensatory Round B pick; Boston gains infield depth and versatile options, while Milwaukee replenishes pitching depth and infield flexibility ahead of the 2026 season.
Boston added Caleb Durbin in a six-player trade with Milwaukee, giving the Sox a versatile second/third baseman and prompting questions about infield alignment as Mayer, Isiah Kiner-Falefa, and a shoulder-injured Romy Gonzalez compete for at-bats. Durbin is expected to see regular action in the middle infield, with Trevor Story handling shortstop for now and IKF as the primary backup. In the outfield, Boston plans to use Wilyer Abreu as an everyday player alongside Jarren Duran, Ceddanne Rafaela, Roman Anthony, and Masataka Yoshida, though Yoshida’s big contract and Abreu’s left-handed splits could shape regular playing time. Spring training will clarify the exact lineup and roles.
Milwaukee traded Caleb Durbin, Andruw Monasterio, Anthony Seigler, and a competitive-balance pick to Boston for Kyle Harrison, David Hamilton, and Shane Drohan; Harrison is a former top prospect with MLB experience, Hamilton is a versatile defender, and Drohan is a promising minor-league arm. The deal reshapes Milwaukee’s infield and leaves the third-base spot uncertain heading into 2026.
The Red Sox reportedly agreed to a one-year contract with Isiah Kiner-Falefa, intended to solidify second base (and provide versatility across the infield) with a strong defensive profile, while Mayer is slated for third base. IKF’s bat is limited, but his defense could stabilize Boston’s infield as the roster — already near luxury-tax thresholds — absorbs the new deal and aims for a deeper, defense-focused lineup in 2026.
Boston traded right-hander Jordan Hicks and pitching prospect David Sandlin to the White Sox for pitching prospect Gage Ziehl in a salary-dump intended to shave about $3 million off the team’s second CBT hit and open two 40-man spots. Hicks, who had a four-year, $44 million pact with the Giants and underperformed for Boston, will thus contribute roughly $4 million per year to the Red Sox’s luxury-tax payroll going forward. The deal underscores the ongoing Devers saga and the broader effort to clean up last year’s roster mess, with questions remaining about whether the moves will produce lasting on-field improvement.
Bo Bichette signed a three-year, $126 million deal with the Mets, likely moving to third base in Queens and creating surplus infielders that the Red Sox could target to bolster pitching or outfield depth; potential targets for Boston include Mets infielders such as Brett Baty or Mark Vientos as part of a broader trade scenario.
Boston has rebuilt its rotation with Ranger Suárez, Sonny Gray, and Johan Oviedo, giving eight to ten viable options and Triple-A depth; while they aren’t compelled to deal, reports suggest they could move top chips Payton Tolle or Connelly Early to land an impact bat (Ketel Marte, Brendan Donovan, or Isaac Paredes) to shore up the infield, with other starters like Brayan Bello, Kutter Crawford, Kyle Harrison, and Patrick Sandoval as possible trade candidates.
The Red Sox signed Ranger Suarez to a five-year, $130 million deal (forfeiting two draft picks and $1 million in international bonus pool). A former Phillies All-Star, Suarez is a deception-based lefty with a strong changeup and a heavy groundball approach, likely to slot as a middle-to-back of the rotation arm. In 2025 he posted 26 starts, 157 1/3 innings, a 3.20 ERA, 23.2% strikeout rate, 5.8% walk rate, and 17 quality starts, suggesting solid but not overpowering upside as Boston reshapes its rotation.
The Red Sox agreed to a five-year, $130 million contract with left-hander Ranger Suárez, pending a physical, giving Boston a deep rotation led by Crochet, Gray, Bello, and Oviedo. The move comes with a franchise‑record payroll and luxury‑tax implications, including surrendering the Sox’s second- and fifth-round picks in the 2026 draft and $1 million in international amateur bonus pool money in 2027, as Boston also pursues offensive upgrades to balance the lineup and compete in the AL East.
Alex Bregman’s decision to sign with the Cubs over the Red Sox marks a double blow: Boston loses a two-time champion they pursued in free agency, and it underscores a recurring pattern of the Sox not landing top-tier players. The Cubs reportedly offered five years and $175 million with a full no-trade clause, while Boston’s five-year, $165 million bid did not prompt a counter. Bregman loved Boston, but the Sox chose not to raise their initial offer, highlighting broader questions about Boston’s ability to field an elite roster through free agency amid a tough AL East, even as they pursue upgrades via trades and maintain a sizable payroll.
Alex Bregman walked away from a five-year, $165 million offer from the Red Sox after they wouldn’t guarantee a no-trade clause and insisted on deferrals that reduced current value. He then accepted a five-year, $175 million deal with the Cubs that included no-trade rights and a more favorable deferral schedule, citing family stability and a preference for not being traded, with Boston’s leadership approach reportedly contributing to the split.
The Boston Red Sox are in a strong financial position to re-sign free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman, who is their top choice for a big move this offseason, but they face competition from other teams like the Blue Jays and Diamondbacks. The team has already made strategic acquisitions and has the financial flexibility to pursue Bregman or alternative options such as Bo Bichette, Ketel Marte, or Nolan Arenado, depending on their willingness to spend and strategic needs.
Munetaka Murakami, a top NPB slugger, is nearing the end of his posting window with interest from MLB teams like the White Sox and Red Sox, though his market has been quieter than expected due to concerns over his contact rates and adaptation risks. The White Sox are considering a long-term or short-term deal, especially given their less competitive outlook, while the Red Sox are more reserved, possibly preferring to pursue other options like Kazuma Okamoto.