The attempts to bolster the Philadelphia Phillies bullpen led to MLB’s first notable trade of the season.
According to the Boston Globe’s Pete’s Abraham, the Phillies have reached an agreement with the Boston Red Sox that will bring over veteran relievers Brandon Workman and Heath Hembree.
The Red Sox will also receive cash considerations in the deal The Red Sox will receive right-handed pitchers Nick Pivetta and Connor Seabold.
From the #RedSox: RHPs Brandon Workman and Heath Hembree and cash considerations along with a player to be named later or cash considerations to the Phillies for RHP Nick Pivetta and minor league RHP Connor Seabold.