The Red Sox have reportedly kicked the tires on some of the top free-agent pitchers on the market like Max Fried and Corbin Burnes.
But while also in the hunt for the top free agent available in Juan Soto, the Red Sox are keeping tabs on the trade market in search of a top-of-the-rotation starter.
If the Red Sox want to be in the running for an ace like Garrett Crochet, Zac Gallen, or George Kirby, they’re going to have to give up a coveted prospect or big-leaguer to headline the return.