A like-for-like replacement at the designated hitter position is likely what the Boston Red Sox are looking for as they navigate the market ahead of the trade deadline.
The loss of Rafael Devers, who the club dealt to the San Francisco Giants in mid-June, has left a massive hole in the Red Sox lineup. And the team has struggled in his absence, accumulating a 3-6 record (including five losses in its last five games) and averaging just over three runs of offense per game since his departure.
Because of this, the Red Sox are linked with a number of potential trade pieces who could put them back in playoff contention.