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Alex Bregman's Return Could Lead to Red Sox Trading Away Jarren Duran
Alex Bregman's Return Could Lead to Red Sox Trading Away Jarren Duran originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Boston Red Sox have a problem with their roster, albeit it's a good one to have. At the moment, the problem isn't presenting itself, but once Alex Bregman returns, things will get tricky. Advertisement In a segment on Fair Territory, MLB insider Ken Rosenthal reports that with the return of Bregman, the Red Sox and Craig Breslow will have to make a difficult decision. "It seems to me," Rosenthal said. "That when Bregman gets back, or even when Wilyer Abreu gets back, Craig Breslow as President of Baseball Operations is going to have to really take a look at this roster, and maybe do something to be creative: and I'm talking about possibly a trade." Rosenthal, mentioning the Red Sox and Breslow will lean towards a trade to resolve their issues with the roster, means that Boston would send away one of their players. Advertisement With a crowded roster, Boston would do better to send one of their players, likely an outfielder, away to bring in other positions. There are two players Rosenthal named, one being Jarren Duran, who's been at the center of trade rumors in the last week. "Now, I don't know if that's Duran," Rosenthal said. "I don't know if that's Abreu, I don't know exactly how you do this, because all these guys we're talking about are guys you want on your team." Boston Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman (2) runs out of the dugout before the start of a game against the Atlanta Braves at Fenway Canha-Imagn Images If the Red Sox are in a situation where, once Bregman returns, they decide to trade one of their outfielders, it's most likely going to be Duran. With Duran being 28 years old, three years older than Abreu and four years older than Ceddane Rafaela, the Red Sox sending Duran away makes the most sense of the three. Advertisement The reason why the Red Sox would have to move a player like Duran is because of all the young talent they have on the roster. Marcelo Mayer, Roman Anthony, and Kristian Campbell are top prospects and players the Red Sox should try to develop in the Major Leagues. As the Red Sox get closer to the return of Bregman, the potential departure of Duran creeps closer to becoming reality. Boston would get a solid return for Duran, likely targeting a first baseman or starting pitcher. But, they'd lose a fan favorite in the process. It'd be bittersweet, but in the long run, for the Red Sox, it could be the move that helps them compete for the next half-decade. Related: Red Sox's Rafael Devers Reveals Concerning Injury Related: Jarren Duran Gets Bad News on Red Sox Trade Deadline Plans This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 12, 2025, where it first appeared.
Newsweek
21-05-2025
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Blue Jays Projected To Be The Next Team To Make A Skipper Change
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. MLB insider Ken Rosenthal was asked who the next manager to be fired would be on the Fair Territory podcast, and Rosenthal responded with John Schneider of the Toronto Blue Jays. The Blue Jays are not performing as poorly as the three teams that have already fired their manager this season (Pirates, Rockies, Orioles), but if the situation progresses, Rosenthal might have a case. BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - APRIL 12: Manager John Schneider #14 of the Toronto Blue Jays walks across the field during the game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on April 12, 2025... BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - APRIL 12: Manager John Schneider #14 of the Toronto Blue Jays walks across the field during the game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on April 12, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland. More Photo byRosenthal would say that Schneider is the next manager on the hot seat, but says that he won't be fired right away. The Blue Jays are just five games back of the division leading New York Yankees entering play on Wednesday and just one game under .500. The Blue Jays are not far enough back of the playoff race for a change to be made just yet. It has been an underwhelming beginning for the Blue Jays and with a talented roster gaining the additions of Max Scherzer and Anthony Santander in the winter expectations were October bound for the great white north. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was extended to stay in Toronto for the long haul and Schneider is being given the pieces to succeed. Schneider took over in 2022 as the interim manager when the Blue Jays fired Charlie Montoyo, and Schneider would lead the Blue Jays to the postseason in that same year. After missing the playoffs last season as well as the Blue Jays not winning a postseason game in either of their trips under Schneider's tutelage, the Blue Jays manager needs to steer them back to the playoffs once more. Rosenthal said that the firing may be an offseason decision depending on the Blue Jays' ability to fight and claw their way back up the standings. Schneider will likely feel the heat in July if the team does not have a strong June to get within striking distance of October. More MLB: Jac Caglianone Headed To Triple-A; Prospect On Fast Track To Royals Outfield?
Yahoo
06-05-2025
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Ken Rosenthal Links Former Cubs, Yankees First Baseman Rizzo to Red Sox
After the devastating news of Triston Casas suffering a ruptured patellar tendon and being out for the remainder of the 2025 season, the Boston Red Sox are now in the market for a new first baseman. Casas was not having the best season through 29 games, hitting just .182 with six extra-base hits and a low OPS+ of just 64. However, he was Boston's everyday first baseman, and now the team will either have to develop someone within the organization at the position or look elsewhere to find another potential option. Advertisement As with any team that suffers a catastrophic injury like this, there is going to be buzz around that team making either a trade or signing a veteran player to fill in. On Fair Territory, MLB Insider Ken Rosenthal weighed in on the potential first base options out there, and had this to say: Eric Canha-Imagn "I'll give you another name too", said Rosenthal. "This guy's not playing, but he's out there. Anthony Rizzo. Rizzo remains a free agent, and I'm quite certain it will take him some time to get into shape, but again this is a season-ending injury to Casas, and who knows they might want to take a shot along those lines." Advertisement Rosenthal also explained that there are some doubts with Rizzo, like whether or not he would want to continue playing, and the Red Sox willingness to spend money at this point. Rizzo played for the New York Yankees in 2024, and while he wasn't as productive as he once was, he did still hit eight home runs in 92 games, and he always plays a solid defensive first base. He is definitely a name to keep an eye out for as the Red Sox decide what they will do at first base going forward. Related: Red Sox-Brewers Trade Idea Gives Boston Much-Needed First Baseman Amid Triston Casas Injury Related: Red Sox Youngster Kristian Campbell Makes Ted Williams History
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20-04-2025
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Dodgers All-Star Drops Major Shohei Ohtani Update
After flying out of the gate, the Los Angeles Dodgers are scuffling, having lost six of their past nine games. They will get several key boosts throughout the season, though, with one of them being Shohei Ohtani's return to the mound as a pitcher. One of his teammates, Tyler Glasnow, offered an encouraging update on his status recently. Ohtani raked at the plate for the Dodgers last season, posting a .310 batting average with 54 home runs and 130 runs batted in, but he did not pitch at all after undergoing Tommy John surgery. Ohtani threw his third bullpen session of the season on Saturday, with manager Dave Roberts weighing in on his status. Advertisement 'Came out of it well,' Roberts said. 'I think it's just going to continue to build up, build on that. And we'll see where he goes from there. Velocity was good. I think that they want to keep him right around 90 miles an hour ... He was right where they needed him to be.' Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani© Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images The expectation is that Ohtani will pitch again this season, but his actual return date is unknown. Despite that, Glasnow said he's seen Ohtani during a couple of his throwing sessions, and his update on his superstar teammate will surely get Dodgers fans everywhere hyped for his impending return. "I was out there for his bullpen two days ago, and it looked good," Glasnow said on "Fair Territory." "Effortless, good velo, still just getting his footing about him ... I've watched a few of his throwing programs, and it's trending up in the right direction, and I think everything is feeling really good for him too." Over his first 17 games this season, Ohtani is hitting .273 with four home runs and five runs batted in. The Dodgers will look to get back in the win column when they open a three-game series against the Colorado Rockies on Monday night. Related: Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Plan Gets Major Update From MLB Insider
