The Boston Red Sox are actively targeting starting pitchers this offseason, and one player who has drawn significant attention is Garret Crochet of the Chicago White Sox. Crochet’s market has generated considerable buzz, with reports suggesting the White Sox’s asking price continues to rise. Given the Red Sox’s reluctance to part with four of their top prospects, the trade landscape for Crochet remains complex.
According to Jim Bowden of The Athletic, a potential trade package for Crochet could include first baseman Triston Casas, outfielder Wilyer Abreu, and catcher Connor Wong. This combination of players might be close to meeting the White Sox’s demands. If the Red Sox were to make this move, they could replace Abreu with Roman Anthony in right field, Wong with Kyle Teal at catcher, and shift Rafael Devers to first base. The Red Sox could also look to bolster their roster further by signing a free-agent shortstop, such as Alex Bregman or Willy Adames.
Triston Casas, once the Red Sox’s No. 1 prospect, debuted in 2022 and has since put up solid numbers, slashing .250/.357/.473 with an .830 OPS in 222 games. Moving Casas would be a difficult and polarizing decision for the Red Sox, given his popularity with fans and his impressive power and poise at the plate. With team control through 2029, Casas’ future with the organization could be uncertain if the Red Sox opt to part with him in exchange for Crochet.
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