The Boston Red Sox appear to be running down the clock in their search for a right-handed impact bat.
Nolan Arenado’s trade market has yet to generate a deal for the St. Louis Cardinals, and MLB Network’s Jon Morosi hasn’t offered much optimism about an imminent agreement.
Meanwhile, Alex Bregman remains one of the top available hitters, but his market has stalled. That could change before spring training, but teams—including the Red Sox—will need to make decisions if he signs elsewhere.
Boston’s roster remains incomplete, and the need for an experienced, high-impact bat is clear. If their offseason pursuit falls through, they may be forced to rely too heavily on young prospects like Roman Anthony and Kristian Campbell.
The Red Sox haven’t made an aggressive push for Arenado, and the Cardinals have yet to receive an offer worth accepting. But if Bregman lands elsewhere, could both teams’ urgent needs finally push them toward a deal—even if it’s an uncomfortable one?
Boston is set to host St. Louis in its home opener at Fenway Park on April 4. Will Arenado be taking the field for the Red Sox by then?
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