The Houston Astros and Boston Red Sox have been entrenched in trade talks over the past month, with many expecting the outcome to eventually be an exchange involving Isaac Paredes and one of Boston's surplus of outfielders. The tone appears to have shifted recently, considering the Astros' agreement with Paredes to avoid arbitration includes a club option for the 2027 season.
While most haven't ruled out the Red Sox making a trade for an infielder, Boston seems ready to focus on the start of spring training. The Red Sox have spent the past week shoring up their infield as they look to finally address the departure of Alex Bregman.