Yankees prospect’s success could light a fire under Red Sox, Carlos Narváez

Feb 20, 2026; Sarasota, Florida, USA; New York Yankees starting pitcher Elmer Rodriguez (76) throws a pitch in the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles during spring training at Ed Smith Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-Imagn Images | Jonathan Dyer-Imagn ImagesThe Boston Red Sox have a recent history of making trades with the New York Yankees, their longtime rival they didn't often swap with in the past. Fortunately for Boston, it also has a recent history of winning the trades.

The Red Sox have turned Garrett Whitlock into a late-inning machine, Alex Verdugo didn't pan out for New York, Richard Fitts was a solid rotation depth option until Boston spun him to the St. Louis…