US EditionRed Sox Acquire Two Pitchers Before Trade Deadline
SUFFOLK COUNTY, MASSACHUSETTS, JUL 31 – The Red Sox aim to improve pitching and infield depth by acquiring Steven Matz and targeting other pitchers despite luxury tax constraints, seeking first playoff berth since 2021.
- The Boston Red Sox acquired reliever Steven Matz on late Wednesday and starter Dustin May just before the July 31, 2025, trade deadline to strengthen their pitching staff.
- Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow said the team made really aggressive efforts to pursue multiple impact players but other teams resisted and deals could not be finalized.
- Breslow explained the Red Sox kept all major league roster players due to strong contributions while maintaining flexibility with prospects in the farm system for trades.
- Boston holds a 59-51 record with a wild-card spot but trails the Yankees by 1.5 games, who made significant bullpen changes, highlighting an unsettled playoff race.
- Despite added pitchers Matz and May, the Red Sox enter the season's home stretch without major reinforcements, relying on current players and young talent to reach the postseason.
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Boston Red Sox Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow was frustrated that he wasn’t able to do more at the trade deadline.The Red Sox are battling for a playoff spot, but had a lackluster trade deadline as Boston didn’t get any big names. The Red Sox fell short in adding an impact starter, which was a need, and Breslow admits he understands the frustration from fans.“I understand the frustration and the disappointment. There’s not a lot of sympath…
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