Hold onto your hats, baseball fans, because the Boston Red Sox might not be done shaking things up this offseason! With spring training just around the corner, whispers are growing louder that the team is eyeing another move to bolster their infield. But here's where it gets interesting: while names like Isaac Paredes and Christian Walker have been thrown around, the Red Sox seem to be prioritizing defense over power at the plate. And this is the part most people miss—the team’s strategy could hinge on whether they can creatively open up a spot for a new addition, like the designated hitter role.
ESPN’s Jeff Passan believes the Red Sox still have a trade up their sleeve, though he’s not betting on a deal with the Cubs. Paredes, a 26-year-old third baseman with a solid batting average and consistent power, has been a hot topic since Alex Bregman joined the Cubs. Meanwhile, Walker, a 34-year-old first baseman with a knack for hitting homers, might not fit into Boston’s plans unless they shuffle their lineup. But here’s the controversial part: could the Red Sox be overthinking their infield needs, or are they playing the long game?
The Cubs’ Nico Hoerner, a Gold Glove-winning second baseman with speed and a steady bat, has also caught Boston’s eye, though Passan doubts he’s on the trade block. Then there’s Ketel Marte, the Diamondbacks’ star second baseman, whose hefty asking price reportedly cooled the Red Sox’s interest earlier this offseason. Is Boston aiming too high, or are they wisely waiting for the right opportunity?
For now, the Red Sox might lean on internal options like Marcelo Mayer at third base and a Romy Gonzalez-David Hamilton tandem at second. But with less than two weeks until spring training, the clock is ticking. What do you think—are the Red Sox making the right moves, or should they go all-in on a big name? Let us know in the comments!
