Obviously losing J.D. Martinez is not the ideal outcome for the Red Sox this winter but it is a possibility for which the team must prepare. (Christopher Smith; MassLive)
There is no amount of preparation that would cushion the blow of Martinez trading in his Red Sox uniform for pinstripes. (John Tomase; NBC Sports Boston)
Just having Martinez back won’t reverse the less than stellar production the Red Sox managed last season. (Jen McCaffrey; The Athletic) ($$)
At least Rafael Devers will continue to be a fixture in the lineup no matter what happens elsewhere on the roster.