Red Sox president Sam Kennedy confirmed the team has surpassed the competitive balance tax (CBT) threshold for the upcoming season, projected around $241MM. Although public estimates show them slightly above this line, Kennedy expressed confidence in their approach to potential roster changes, suggesting that the club might trade players, like Masataka Yoshida, to remain under the tax if necessary. He remarked that the organization aims to be competitive, endorsing recent significant investments like signing Alex Bregman to a high-value contract, despite the tax implications.
Sam Kennedy confirmed that the club anticipates staying above the competitive balance tax threshold, projecting room for possible player additions later this season.
Public estimates suggest the Red Sox are slightly over the $241MM CBT line, which allows for some room to make roster adjustments as the season progresses.
The Red Sox might consider trading players like Masataka Yoshida to manage their CBT, but Kennedy emphasized that there's no immediate concern regarding the tax.
Despite not making significant offseason moves, the signing of Alex Bregman for three years at $120MM reflects the club's intent to build a competitive team even at a CBT cost.
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