Tanner Houck's significant struggles during a 16-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays have intensified concerns about the Boston Red Sox's starting rotation. After allowing 11 earned runs in just over two innings, discussions have emerged about potential trades to enhance the roster. One suggested target is Minnesota’s Pablo López, currently injured but showcasing potential. The Red Sox are cautious, prioritizing their top prospects. The ongoing performance issues raise questions about their ability to compete in the American League East despite some anticipated player recoveries.
"[Franklin] Arias plus another lower-ranked prospect may be enough to extract López from the floundering Twins," Vankin wrote on Tuesday. "Of course, the Red Sox are hoping they will never have to find out, and that Houck will rediscover the form he exhibited in the first half of last season."
López, a first-time All-Star in 2023, is in the second season of a four-year contract with the Twins, so a trade to the Red Sox would mean Boston would have López in their rotation for two and a half seasons.
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