Boston traded Alex Verdugo to the New York Yankees in exchange for three pitchers. It was a deal general manager Brian Cashman envisioned alongside his team's trade for Juan Soto. And for the Red Sox, they continued their goal of adding pitching talent to the roster, and it opens the door for a pair of prospects.
Wilyer Abreu likely will get the first nod at right field. It will be a challenge to replace a Gold Glove finalist, but it's one the team is confident he can step up to. Also, there is hope the 24-year-old can produce his 132 OPS+ production in a larger sample than 28 games.
Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow told reporters at the winter meetings this week Boston isn't set in stone at any position, and there are reports they're interested in free agents like Lourdes Gurriel Jr., but the youth movement could be continuing for Boston next season.
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