The St. Louis Cardinals were the first team to be active on the trade market this offseason. Chaim Bloom made his move on Tuesday and dealt veteran pitcher Sonny Gray to the Boston Red Sox. As the trade announces the Cardinals' full intent on a rebuild, the return for Gray brought two intriguing arms that remain consistent with the organization's new shift in pitching development.
Richard Fitts and Brandon Clarke have the high velocity the Cardinals have been chasing.
For one season of Gray's services, the Red Sox felt comfortable with dealing righty Richard Fitts and minor league left-hander Brandon Clarke to St.