The sweepstakes for Japanese outfielder Seiya Suzuki are reportedly heating up, and the Red Sox are still in the game. For now.
MLB Network’s John Heyman reported Monday afternoon the Sox are among one of six major teams with strong chances to sign the star outfielder. The others include the San Diego Padres (whom Suzuki just visited), Los Angeles Dodgers, San Francisco Giants, Seattle Mariners, and Chicago Cubs.
Before the MLB lockout, the Red Sox were reported to be the favorites to sign the 27-year-old outfielder, but no deal was reached before the stoppage.