"The Sox have essentially been rebuilding since the Mookie Betts trade in early 2020. They did quite well in 2021 but were around a .500 team in the three seasons after that."
"The long-term outlook on Campbell is now a bit concerning but Mayer's struggles may have been related to injury, as he battled wrist issues and ultimately required surgery."
"The Sox went 89-73 last year and earned a Wild Card spot. Though they were knocked out by the Yankees, that performance and the arrival of their prospects indicated they had moved well into win-now territory."
"Before the offseason could even begin, the front office took a hit. In September, the Nationals plucked assistant general manager Paul Toboni and made him their new president of baseball operations."
In 2025, the Red Sox shifted from rebuilding to competing, making significant offseason moves. They spent $137MM, including $17MM for 2026. Young players like Jarren Duran and Brayan Bello emerged as key contributors, while prospects Roman Anthony and Marcelo Mayer debuted. The team finished 89-73, securing a Wild Card spot despite a postseason exit. The front office faced challenges with the departure of assistant GM Paul Toboni to the Nationals, leaving the GM search in limbo as the team aimed for immediate success.
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