The starting pitcher market this year is relatively deep, which is very good news for a Red Sox team that not only needs talent but also just needs plain old innings. (Peter Abraham; Boston Globe)
Speaking of pitching needs, Blake Snell could be available in a trade with the Rays. Is that really a thing the Red Sox would be able to work, though? (Sean McAdam; Boston Sports Journal)
Trevor Bauer, another available free agent, wants to have a throwing contest with fellow free agent Yasiel Puig. Old friend Jackie Bradley Jr.